Published Apr 26, 2016

Episode 28: #AirbnbWhileBlack

Investigate the intersection of racial bias and the sharing economy as Shankar Vedantam delves into the personal and systemic challenges faced by Airbnb users, uncovering how digital platforms can amplify discrimination and exploring potential design solutions for a more equitable experience.

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Unconscious Bias in Rentals

Racial Bias on Airbnb

Bias in the Sharing Economy

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Discrimination in Sharing Economy

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Challenges in Design SolutionsDesign solutions and implementation challenges are explored in addressing bias within sharing economy platforms like Airbnb. These discussions highlight potential strategies and obstacles in creating more equitable digital spaces.

Challenges in Design Solutions

Personal ExperiencesThe podcast explores the experiences of Airbnb hosts and guests facing racial discrimination, highlighting personal stories and systemic issues within the sharing economy. It examines how biases manifest on these platforms and the responses from those affected.

Personal Experiences

Sharing Economy BiasThe sharing economy, while innovative, often amplifies existing biases, as explored by Shankar Vedantam. Through studies and personal stories, this episode uncovers how platforms like Airbnb can perpetuate discrimination based on race and ethnicity.

Sharing Economy Bias

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