Never Post Mailbag #7: On Ads, The RSS Resurgence and More
Apr 2, 2025
In this lively discussion, the hosts dive into listener feedback, blending heartwarming karaoke stories with serious insights on podcast advertising ethics. They tackle the nuances of music and its intersection with podcasting, while exploring the implications of Section 230 on internet governance. The conversation also addresses surveillance culture and critiques social media ad algorithms, showcasing personal anecdotes and intriguing listener experiences. The whimsical trend of creatively reimagined 'Garfies' adds a fun twist, encouraging audience participation.
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Section 230's Global Internet Impact
- Without Section 230, US internet companies face a dilemma: moderate all content or moderate none.
- This could lead to two internets: one heavily moderated, the other a cesspit, mirroring EU and US divergences today.
Intentional Media Consumption
- Combat algorithmic fun by disabling autoplay and sorting activity by chronology.
- Use RSS and newsletters to maintain intentional and curated media interactions.
RSS as Calm Info Stream
- RSS offers calm, quiet, and intentional streams of information without algorithmic interference.
- Its refocus signals a move away from chaotic content floods toward controlled consumption.