Never Post Don't Panic
Nov 7, 2024
Avery Dame Griff, a historian specializing in gay and trans culture, dives into the complexities of moral panics, particularly regarding the Kids Online Safety Act. The discussion reveals how societal fears about child safety in the digital space are often intertwined with anxieties surrounding queer and trans identities. Avery highlights the historical context of these panics and underscores the importance of thoughtful dialogue to create equitable online environments. Plus, insights on how tech responses to political events shape our media landscape.
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Generated-ish Media
- Authentic media can resemble AI-generated content, creating a new media genre.
- This "generated-ish" genre reflects growing distrust online and the blurring of real and unreal.
AI Image Markers
- AI-generated images often have specific stylistic markers: surreal subjects, vibrant colors, and dreamlike backgrounds.
- These markers signify their artificial origin, making provenance and style inseparable.
Pumpkin Bread Example
- Comments on photos of real things, like homemade bread, often question if they are AI-generated.
- This shows how the genre isn't solely defined by concrete characteristics, but also by audience interpretation.