ACFM Trip 35: The Internet

The podcast explores personal experiences with the internet, its origins, and its evolving nature. They discuss the effects of the internet on everyday lives, including sense of self and political engagement. They delve into growing up without the internet and first interactions. The concept of dopamine addiction at scale and the impact of keeping mobile phones in the bedroom are explored. They discuss internet addiction, harmful effects of extreme behaviors, and the early days of grime music and the internet. The dual nature of Silicon Valley's cultural liberalism and commons-based peer production are also covered.