Keen On America

Episode 2318: Mike Pepi on how to escape from the digital dystopia of platform capitalism

Jan 26, 2025
Digital activist Mike Pepi, author of "Against Platforms: Surviving Digital Utopia," challenges the grip of major tech companies like Meta and Amazon on our lives. He argues that these platforms create a digital dystopia, prioritizing control and data collection over genuine engagement. Pepi emphasizes the need to strengthen traditional institutions instead of succumbing to the illusory solutions of digital utopianism. He also critiques the impact of platform capitalism on media and democracy, advocating for more ethical, community-oriented approaches to technology.
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