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Better Offline

Radio Better Offline: Paris Martineau, Jeff Jarvis

Jan 15, 2025
Paris Martineau, an investigative tech journalist at The Information, and Jeff Jarvis, a renowned media critic and professor, dive into the implications of dating apps like Sniffies, highlighting user safety and the risks to teens. They critique the information-sharing responsibilities of big tech and discuss the future of media in a digital age dominated by AI and subscription models. Their conversation paints a vivid picture of the evolving landscape, raising critical questions about ethics and accountability in the tech industry.
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  • Paris Martineau discusses the alarming consequences of an anonymous dating app that has raised significant safety concerns, especially for teenagers.
  • Jeff Jarvis emphasizes the transformative potential of media in the next decade, urging for responsible approaches to digital content creation and distribution.

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