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Blocked and Reported

Episode 184: Oh God, No, Not This Again, Please Make It Stop

Oct 2, 2023
Tech entrepreneur and activist Brianna Wu joins to discuss the controversy surrounding American Bully X. Topics include leaked chat logs, misinterpreted figures on dog bites, flaws in data collection methods, and the portrayal of American bullies as dangerous dogs. The hosts reflect on criticism received and express regret while highlighting the consequences of dog dumping and the impact of the internet.
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  • Accurate breed identification in dog attacks is challenging and unreliable, highlighting the need for improved data collection methods.
  • Media coverage and public perception can influence breed bans, leading to an exaggerated perception of certain breeds as dangerous.

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The limitations of data on dog attacks and breed identification

The podcast episode discusses the flaws in the data collection and breed identification methods used to determine the responsibility of American bullies for dog attacks. The episode emphasizes the difficulties of accurately identifying breeds involved in attacks and highlights the bias and limitations of relying on social media posts for data analysis. It also explores the need for improved data collection methods, such as DNA testing, in order to obtain more reliable information. The discussion acknowledges the complexity of the issue and the biases that exist on both sides of the debate.

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