Dezeen Weekly Podcast Examines Meta's Muse Charm AI Device and New York's Borough-Based Jail Plan
Released on 2 October 2026, the latest installment of Dezeen Weekly features discussions among editor Nat Barker, design editor Jennifer Hahn, and editor-in-chief Tom Ravenscroft, focusing on two significant design topics. The team explores the introduction of Meta's Muse Charm AI device, pondering the trend of AI companies opting for adorable aesthetics. They also delve into New York City's initiative to replace the Rikers Island mega-jail with four high-rise facilities integrated into the urban landscape, a project referred to as "jailscrapers" in the podcast. Listeners can access the episode on Dezeen's website and various podcast platforms, including Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Artwork for the show is by Simon Volt, with editing by Miguel Santa Clara.
Key facts
- Dezeen Weekly episode released on 2 October 2026
- Panel includes Nat Barker, Jennifer Hahn and Tom Ravenscroft
- Discussion covers Meta's Muse Charm AI device
- Podcast questions why AI companies opt for cute design
- New York City plans to replace Rikers Island mega-jail with four high-rise facilities
- The facilities are described as embedded within the city
- Episode available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts
- Artwork by Simon Volt, editing by Miguel Santa Clara
Entities
Artists
- Nat Barker
- Jennifer Hahn
- Tom Ravenscroft
- Simon Volt
- Miguel Santa Clara
Institutions
- Dezeen
- Dezeen Weekly
- Meta
- Spotify
- Apple Podcasts
Locations
- New York City
- United States
- Rikers Island
Sources
- Dezeen —