Modern Odyssey: The impact of COVID 19 Pandemic on Democracy, Human Rights and Technology (promo)

The politics of pandemics- what’s at stake for democracy? What ethical challenges may the world face with Artificial Intelligence? What is the role of thought leaders in times of crisis?

On this special edition of “Modern Odyssey”,  host Dr. Despina Afentouli explores the impact of COVID 19 on democracy, human rights and technology with the multi-awarded Donovan Family Professor of Computer Science at Columbia University in New York, Christos H. Papadimitriou, who is considered as a leading computer science theorist worldwide.

Modern Odyssey features interviews with leaders, artists, and movers on issues that aim to inspire. The adventure of life, as Odysseus’ epic journey to Ithaca – a symbol of timeless values, and human stories worth telling.

Tune in to watch on BX OMNI channels 67 Optimum/2133 Fios in the Bronx and online at bronxnet.tv on the following dates and times:

• Premiere: Friday, 5/28 at 9:00 PM
• Saturday, 5/29 at 9:00 AM
• Saturday, 5/29 at 3:00 PM
• Tuesday, 6/1 at 7:30 PM