Sherry Turkle: podcast appearances and interviews

Sherry Turkle, born on June 18, 1948, is an American sociologist known for her work on human-technology interaction and psychoanalysis. She holds the position of Abby Rockefeller Mauzé Professor of the Social Studies of Science and Technology at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Turkle earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in social studies and a PhD in sociology and personality psychology from Harvard University. Her research predominantly explores the influence of technology on human relationships, including how people interact with computational objects. She has authored several books examining the psychology behind human relationships with technology, particularly in relation to digital communication and artificial interfaces. Her memoir, Empathy Diaries, has been well received by critics. Turkle’s academic and research work continues to contribute to understanding the social and psychological implications of technological advancements.