

The Internet Used to be a Haven for People with Autism
6 snips Nov 15, 2023
Writer and essayist Patrick Marlborough joins hosts Rachelle and Candice to discuss the decline of the internet as a haven for people with autism. They explore the shift towards a corporatized and algorithm-driven online environment, reflecting on the early days of social media and the transformation of Twitter. The conversation delves into the frustrations and limitations of exclusionary internet spaces, highlighting the impact of capitalist forces on inclusivity.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's Wild West Photoshoot
01:57 • 10min
Chet Hanks and the Death of the Internet as a Haven for People with Autism
11:39 • 8min
The Changing Landscape of the Internet
19:14 • 4min
The Early Days of Social Media and the Transformation of Twitter
23:44 • 7min
The Rise and Fall of Twitter as a Welcoming Platform for Autistic Individuals
30:53 • 11min
Reflections on the Frustration and Limitations of Exclusionary Internet Spaces
42:17 • 3min