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Twitter, Medium and Blogger: Ev Williams

How I Built This with Guy Raz

CHAPTER

The Rise of Blogging and Podcasting

This chapter explores the impact of the September 11th attacks on the growth of blogging, highlighting how they established credibility in real-time journalism. It details the transition from blogging to podcasting with the creation of Odeo, showcasing the struggles and innovations in making audio content accessible. The narrative culminates in the origins of Twitter, illustrating the creative process and challenges faced during its early development.

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