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Making Sense with Sam Harris

#136 — Digital Humanism

Aug 30, 2018
27:50

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Quick takeaways

  • The impact of free information on creators' economic sustainability, leading to a shift towards alternative income sources like touring.
  • The transition from ad-based free content models to subscription-based approaches to value creative outputs and foster sustainable economic ecosystems.

Deep dives

Impact of Free Information and Economy

The podcast delves into how the concept of free information has affected various sectors of the economy, particularly focusing on the music industry. It examines the consequences of the expectation that information should be freely accessible, leading to musicians struggling to sustain themselves solely through their music due to widespread piracy and the shift towards touring as a primary income source. The discussion highlights the ethical dilemma regarding copying digital content and the diminishing economic viability for creators when information is devalued.

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