TBD | The X-odus

Nov 17, 2024

Nitish Pahwa, a Slate business writer, shares insights on the shift from Twitter to X under Elon Musk's leadership. He discusses the dramatic decline in user engagement and how political tensions have pushed many to seek alternatives. The conversation delves into the complexities of loyalty to a platform that now prioritizes misinformation and trolls. Pahwa highlights the emotional toll of leaving social media, encouraging listeners to consider healthier online spaces while remaining wary of the risks associated with continuing on X.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

The Political Shift of Social Media and User Exodus

01:34 • 3min

The Decline of Engagement on X

04:28 • 2min

Navigating Turmoil on Platform X

06:40 • 6min

Warnings and Innovations: Navigating X and Beyond

12:37 • 2min

Navigating X: Content, Control, and Consequences

14:41 • 9min

Navigating the Emotional Landscape of Leaving a Social Media Platform

23:29 • 4min