The app that wants to know if you're alive

The podcast episode examines the serious implications of office gossip, highlighting a case where a disgruntled ex-employee faced legal repercussions for defaming a former female colleague in a mass email. It emphasizes that words have power and can cause real harm, advocating for stricter consequences for rumor-mongering. The discussion shifts to a Chinese safety app, initially named "Are You Dead?", designed to ensure the well-being of individuals living alone. The app functions as a daily check-in system, alerting emergency contacts if a user fails to confirm their status for two consecutive days. Despite its controversial name, the app addresses a growing need, given the increasing number of people living alone in China, and reflects a shift towards prioritizing safety-focused applications.