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The Story of Reddit: Why "The Front Page of The Internet" Took 20 Years to Hit Its Stride (Maybe)
Jun 27, 2024
The podcast discusses the origin and challenges of Reddit, including controversies like the Boston bomber misidentification and NSFW content. It delves into Reddit's growth, significant events like AMAgeddon and Gamestop, and its future. The evolution of Reddit, its independence, and handling of controversies are explored, highlighting the platform's unique content and relevance in the digital space.
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- Reddit's growth faced challenges in moderation and handling controversies.
- Reddit differentiated itself through a popularity-based algorithm and strategic business decisions.
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The Birth of My Mobile Menu and Reddit
Steve Huffman and Alexis Ohanian, two college students in 2005, ventured into the idea of pre-ordering food with My Mobile Menu. The initial plan pivoted from mobile to browsers, inspired by the clutter on websites like Slashdot. Not without obstacles, they had to create fake accounts to make Reddit look active and attract users. The birth of Reddit emerged from this pivot, transforming into a platform with a popularity-based algorithm that sets it apart from traditional social media.
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