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(Bonus) Ed Zitron On The Social Landscape
Feb 24, 2024
Ed Zitron, a tech writer and commentator known for his newsletter "Where's Your Ed At?" and the podcast "Better Offline," dives deep into the Substack controversy, discussing its tolerance of hate speech and the ethical considerations of newsletter platforms. He also navigates the evolving social media landscape, contrasting Twitter, Threads, and Blue Sky's user experiences. Zitron shares personal anecdotes about a new futuristic device, highlighting the gap between tech expectations and reality, reflecting on both its potentials and frustrations.
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Quick takeaways
- The Substack controversy exemplifies ethical dilemmas for content creators.
- Twitter alternatives like Threads and Blue Sky offer varying user experiences and engagement levels.
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Controversy Around Substack
A controversy emerged around Substack involving the presence of Nazi-related content on the platform, which was highlighted in an Atlantic story. Concerns were raised by individuals like Maris Krabbeis and Casey Newton about Substack allowing such content. Despite initial resistance from Substack citing free speech, they eventually banned some Nazi publications following pressure.
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