

The Internet Is Power
16 snips Jun 17, 2024
Yancey Strickler, the cofounder of Kickstarter and Metalabel, joins in for a dynamic chat. They dive into the dual nature of gossip, exploring its role in truth-telling and emotional expression. The conversation reveals how the internet serves as both a creative platform and a social tool that can deepen divides in access to information. Yancey introduces the Metalabel initiative, emphasizing collaborative creativity and authenticity. Finally, they discuss the nuances of lurking in online communities, shedding light on modern social dynamics.
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The Value of Gossip
- Gossip is uncurated information and can be valuable in understanding truth or hidden feelings.
- It serves as a real insight into what people truly feel or think, beyond public appearances.
Private Chats Over Public
- Gossip and personal vulnerability have moved into private, invite-only chats due to risks on public platforms.
- Public social media is now largely for career signaling, while real feelings are shared in 'dark forest' spaces.
Information Luxury and Divides
- A distinct information class is emerging online, where privileged information is accessible only to a select few.
- The internet's universal access promise is challenged by this digital luxury and segmentation.