Sarah Roberts
Professor of information studies at UCLA, author of "Behind the Screen," an expert on content moderation.
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Aug 12, 2024 • 18min
‘He's flailing right now’: An ex-Twitter researcher on Elon Musk’s political influence
In this insightful chat, UCLA professor Sarah Roberts, a specialist in technology and its societal impacts, dives into Elon Musk's controversial control of X. She discusses the implications of Musk’s clashes with government officials and the surge of misinformation. The conversation highlights the challenges of unregulated social media on democracy, the complex relationship between free speech and financial interests, and Musk's aggressive legal tactics against advertisers. Roberts sheds light on the troubling state of tech accountability and election integrity.
Jul 2, 2019 • 41min
Why big companies will never get content management right, with UCLA’s Sarah T Roberts
Join Sarah T Roberts, a UCLA professor and content moderation expert, as she delves into the shadows of social media's content management. She discusses the complex relationship between content moderation and brand integrity, revealing the societal impacts of corporate governance in tech. Sarah emphasizes the challenges posed by cultural contexts, commercial pressures, and the need for transparency in moderation systems. With a nod to the past, she explores how pivotal moments shaped today's digital landscape, raising questions about future solutions.
