Doing Tech Right Special Episode on Countering Digital Hate feat. Imran Ahmed
Sep 12, 2025
28:43
Larry Magid hosts Imran Ahmed, founder and CEO of the Center for Combating Digital Hate, on the 'Doing Tech Right' podcast. They discuss the prevalence and amplification of hate on social media platforms, the algorithms that drive engagement through controversial content, and the impacts of online hate and conspiracy theories on children.
Imran shares insights into how social media algorithms target vulnerable users and the urgent need for regulatory reform. He emphasizes the importance of parental involvement in children's online experiences and supports measures like the Kids Online Safety Act to protect young users.
00:00 Introduction to Doing Tech Right
00:29 A Timely Episode on Digital Hate
01:47 Interview with Imran Ahmed
02:02 The Business of Hate on Social Media
03:50 The Evolution of Free Speech Perspectives
11:56 The Impact of Hate Speech on Children
15:13 The Role of Algorithms in Spreading Harmful Content
19:31 The Need for Systemic Reform
25:52 Protecting Kids Online
28:31 Conclusion and Credits
Imran shares insights into how social media algorithms target vulnerable users and the urgent need for regulatory reform. He emphasizes the importance of parental involvement in children's online experiences and supports measures like the Kids Online Safety Act to protect young users.
00:00 Introduction to Doing Tech Right
00:29 A Timely Episode on Digital Hate
01:47 Interview with Imran Ahmed
02:02 The Business of Hate on Social Media
03:50 The Evolution of Free Speech Perspectives
11:56 The Impact of Hate Speech on Children
15:13 The Role of Algorithms in Spreading Harmful Content
19:31 The Need for Systemic Reform
25:52 Protecting Kids Online
28:31 Conclusion and Credits