Science Vs

Spotify and Misinformation: An Update!

Apr 15, 2022
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ANECDOTE

Letter to Spotify

  • Science Vs editors sent a letter to Spotify's CEO, expressing concerns about Joe Rogan's podcast spreading COVID-19 vaccine misinformation.
  • In response, they committed to producing episodes highlighting misinformation on Spotify until the platform takes action.
INSIGHT

Spotify's New Tool

  • Spotify is working to prevent misinformation by restricting content discoverability.
  • This makes it harder to find podcasts with false information, like those claiming vaccines are dangerous.
ADVICE

Return to Regular Programming

  • Science Vs will release one final episode about misinformation on Spotify next Thursday.
  • Afterward, they will return to their regular programming, covering topics like processed food and pollution.
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