Trump’s Stock Crash, AI Gets Junkier, and Paying to Delete Social Media
Apr 14, 2024
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Discussions on Trump's stock crash, AI implications, and Glorb the AI rapper. Insights on social media addiction, AI music production, and effects on society. Strategies for navigating social media addiction and setting boundaries. Contrasting phone usage between tech and politics reporters.
Social media can perpetuate FOMO; offline conversations hold significant influence.
Effective political engagement on social media requires empathy and shared values.
Combining online and offline engagement strategies is crucial for civic discourse.
Deep dives
Navigating Social Capital in Red Areas
Living in a conservative part of Michigan, building social capital among conservatives can be tricky. Using social media effectively involves sharing content that resonates with the audience, showing empathy in posts, and sparking conversations with a focus on understanding diverse perspectives. Offline interactions and real conversations can be more impactful in affecting political beliefs and moving votes.
The Art of Empathetic Posting
When engaging politically on social media, it's important to consider sharing content that appeals to a broader audience, framing posts with empathy and understanding, and avoiding confrontational approaches. Emphasizing shared values and respectful dialogue can be more persuasive than divisive rhetoric.
Balancing Online Presence with In-Person Conversations
While social media can be a valuable platform for sharing information and opinions, in-person conversations and dialogue remain essential for fostering meaningful connections and influencing political views. Combining online and offline engagement strategies can create a more holistic approach to civic engagement and community building.
The Pitfalls of Social Media Engagement
Twitter fights and online disputes can be counterproductive and divisive, often leading to misunderstandings and escalation of tensions. Prioritizing constructive conversations and interactions, both online and offline, can foster more productive political discourse and bridge ideological divides.
Finding Value in Social Media Amidst Challenges
While social media platforms like Twitter can present challenges and pitfalls, they also offer opportunities to engage with diverse perspectives, share valuable information, and connect with a wider audience. Strategically using social media for positive engagement and dialogue can help navigate the complexities of online political discourse.
Is FOMO the only thing keeping you on social media? Have we already reached peak artificial intelligence? And are Max and Jon too old to enjoy Glorb, a Spongebob Squarepants AI that’s become the hottest rapper on the internet? The guys cheer on the nosedive of Trump’s media company stocks, break down the latest research in why your friends want you to quit social media, and answer mailbag questions like “will Jon ever stop getting in Twitter fights?”
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