Pivot Twitter Competitors, Lab Leak Theory, and Guest Mehdi Hasan
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Mar 3, 2023 Joining the discussion is Mehdi Hasan, a prominent host on MSNBC and Peacock, and author of 'Win Every Argument.' He dives into the hotly debated lab leak theory of COVID-19, advocating for unbiased inquiry amidst political tensions. The conversation also highlights Twitter's evolving landscape with Dorsey’s Bluesky and TikTok’s new teen policies. Furthermore, they explore the nuances of debating effectively, the role of media in shaping public discourse, and even have a light-hearted take on the sexiness of cars like the Chevy Bolt.
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Elon's Distracted Master Plan
- Elon Musk's "Master Plan 3" lacked new product updates and specifics, causing Tesla shares to fall.
- The presentation felt like a CEO distracted by Twitter, focusing on general sustainability instead of Tesla's performance.
The Attention Economy's Emissions
- Elon Musk, while promoting sustainable energy, fuels a damaging attention-based economy.
- This economy rewards attention-grabbing behavior, regardless of its divisive impact, posing a greater threat than carbon emissions.
TikTok Time Limits
- TikTok's time limits for teens are a good step, but likely ineffective against addiction.
- The app prompts users under 18 for a passcode after 60 minutes, and under 13 after 30 minutes, set by parents.
