Spark on CBC Radio One Nora Young helps you navigate your digital life by connecting you to fresh ideas in surprising ways.
It's possible that the propensity to convince ourselves we have control over things —even when we don't— is the most... more
There's been an explosion of mental health content on social media, both by licensed professionals and influencers. Is that a... more
Now that generative AI is shaking up songwriting, have we crossed a new threshold where the distinctively human talent for... more
What does play mean in a digital age, when so much happens on our all-consuming phones, and tech erases the... more
We keep hearing that AI is going to revolutionize jobs. But what if the language of inevitable automation hides the... more
In a world where our digital tools keep an accurate record of handy facts and events, what is our fragile,... more
The feeling of belonging is a core, human drive. And feeling excluded is painful. But has our desire to belong—and... more
How long do you wait to text after a date? What did that emoji really mean? Is it healthy to... more
Despite the growing digital dimension of our lives, death is still a largely analog experience. A look at the uses... more
Artificial intelligence can be an artistic collaborator, but can it be thought of as creative on its own? Or even... more