Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar Breaking Points 6/8/21: UFOs, workers, Bezos, Obama, and more
Jun 8, 2021
Ben Smith, media columnist for The New York Times, shares insights into the shifting media landscape and the importance of audience support. The conversation covers fascinating topics such as UFO sightings and their implications for government transparency. Smith critiques corporate media while discussing labor struggles, especially among striking miners in Alabama. The dialogue also addresses the transformation of political figures into brands, highlighting Jeff Bezos's space ventures and the evolving relationship between wealth and social responsibility.
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Deplatforming's Effectiveness
- Deplatforming works effectively, significantly reducing online engagement.
- A few companies can control voices, which is undemocratic.
Broader Implications of Deplatforming
- While deplatforming quiets some, its implications are far-reaching.
- If applied broadly, it threatens free speech and democratic discourse.
Nigeria's Twitter Ban
- Nigeria banned Twitter after a presidential tweet deletion.
- Twitter called this a human rights violation, highlighting platform power.