Rebel Tech Podcast | Episode 21: App Store Accountability and More with Joel Thayer

On this episode of the Rebel Tech Podcast, TPPF's John Mondi is joined by Richardson ISD Assistant Superintendent Dr. Matthew Gibbins and Jeanne Mallory,  a teacher from Rancier Middle School in Killeen ISD to discuss how their districts have taken the initiative to eliminate the distractions of phones in the classroom as well as some potential support from the state in the form of legislation. 

On this episode of The Rebel Tech Podcast, TPPF's David Dunmoyer and Greyson Gee sit down with President of the Digital Progress Institute, Joel Thayer, to discuss tech policy issues like responsible use of AI, empowering parents to parent in the digital age with the App Store Accountability Act, and much more.

Live from Texas Policy Summit 2025, TPPF's David Dunmoyer sits down with Right on Crime Executive Director, Brett Tolman to discuss the connections between technology and criminal justice, FISA and how the future of A.I. in policing. 

On this episode, David and Zach are joined by Steve Kinard, President of the AI Innovation Association and former Texas House candidate, to discuss the AI landscape in Texas and unpack other tech issues like the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, China’s DeepSeek, and opportunities for further growth in Texas’ tech sector

On this episode, David and Zach are joined by AI Expert Shon Pan to discuss what the right balance is between having responsible regulation of AI without stifling innovation.

On this episode, David and Zach are joined by US Lege Co-founder Laura Carr to discuss the future of artificial intelligence and its potential uses within government.

David and Zach discuss blockchain, cryptocurrency, and more with Founder and President of the Texas Blockchain Council, Lee Bratcher and Riot Platform's Head of Public Policy, Brian Morgenstern.

On this episode, David sits down with Luke Hogg from the Foundation for American Innovation to discuss the tech policy landscape in Washington, D.C. and how Congress can follow Texas' lead in the tech space.

On this episode, David Dunmoyer is joined once again by Life:Powered Campaign Director Carson Clayton to provide an update on the state of nuclear energy in Texas.

It's lucky episode 13 of the Rebel Tech Podcast! On this episode, David and Zach discuss their latest research paper, the first regulatory road map for artificial intelligence. This episode touches on how states like Texas can responsibly regulate AI while also fostering innovation.