The Guardian’s Kai Wright refuses to buy a new phone
Journalist Kai Wright shares his daily habits and perspectives on technology, including his refusal to purchase new smartphones. He discusses his appreciation for simple tools and his admiration for high-quality storytelling in podcasting.
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This profile offers a human-centric look at how media professionals interact with technology and consumer culture.
Kai Wright is the co-host of Stateside with Kai and Carter over at the Guardian. But Wright has been bringing his unique insights to listeners for years. He’s also hosted Notes From America, The United States of Anxiety, and Indivisible. He’s a Peabody Award-winning journalist who has profiled powerful men, explored what it means to be American, and chronicled the AIDS epidemic.
The article is a lifestyle profile based on an interview with the subject.
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