Reimagining the Internet

93. Reddit is powered by community moderators. We asked former senior mod Kethryvis if that can last.

Nov 15, 2023
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Christine Moelleberndt
Former senior mod at Reddit, Christine Moelleberndt, discusses her experiences in community management and the evolving role of moderators. She explores the challenges of achieving 'perfect governance' in subreddits and the motivations behind why people become moderators. The chapter also emphasizes the importance of trust, safety, and community involvement in online communities.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
Early experiences with the Internet and managing an online community for a web comic
02:10 • 3min
3
The Importance of Community Engagement and Community Management
05:24 • 3min
4
Managing Subreddits and Moderators
08:02 • 4min
5
The Role and Motivations of Reddit Moderators
12:10 • 20min
6
The Importance of Trust, Safety, and Community Involvement
32:29 • 4min