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Watching the Watchmen with Jason Koebler

Dec 18, 2024

Jason Koebler, a journalist at 404 Media, shares insights on the shifting landscape of tech media and the challenges facing independent outlets. He discusses the decline in quality of major social platforms and the rise of AI-generated content, advocating for more grassroots journalism. Koebler reflects on the impact of influential figures like Elon Musk and Donald Trump on media dynamics. The conversation highlights the need for deeper, more responsible reporting and the importance of holding tech executives accountable in an ever-evolving industry.

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The podcast discusses the challenges facing tech media, emphasizing the importance of critical reporting to counter large tech companies' narratives.

Jason Koebler highlights how 404 Media operates as a worker-owned outlet, showcasing a model that enables genuine worker engagement and empowerment.

The conversation addresses the growing significance of grassroots technology efforts, such as open-source initiatives and fiber-optic projects, which offer hope for the future.

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Intro

4min

Navigating the Shifting Media Landscape

16min

Influencers, Algorithms, and the New Media Landscape

8min

Navigating the Digital Media Maze

17min

Travel, Beauty, and Advocacy: A Multifaceted Discussion

7min

Challenging the Tech Narrative

13min

Navigating Growth at 404 Media

9min

In this episode, Ed Zitron is joined by 404 Media's Jason Koebler to talk about the state of both the tech industry and the tech media, and how 404 Media has built a worker-owned outlet that genuinely works.

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