The Joe Rogan Experience #2255 - Mark Zuckerberg
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Jan 10, 2025 
Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta Platforms Inc., dives deep into the complexities of content moderation on social media. He discusses the challenges of misinformation and censorship, especially during pivotal moments like the 2016 election and the COVID-19 pandemic. The conversation also touches on the delicate balance between free speech and user safety, the importance of online anonymity, and the future of technology with AI and VR innovations. He shares insights on the evolving role of social media in shaping public discourse and the responsibilities that come with it.
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Shift to Ideological Censorship
- Mark Zuckerberg discusses Meta's content moderation journey.
- He explains how two main events triggered a shift towards ideological censorship: the 2016 election and COVID-19.
Fact-Checking Bias
- Zuckerberg admits to deferring too much to media critiques regarding misinformation after the 2016 election.
- He expresses concerns about becoming the "decider of truth" and acknowledges the bias in fact-checking.
Government Censorship During COVID
- The Biden administration pressured Meta to censor true information about vaccine side effects.
- Zuckerberg resisted, leading to investigations and attacks on the company.