Authenticity is Compromised by Performative Culture

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The nature of online interactions is heavily influenced by the desire for social acceptance and validation, often leading individuals to express opinions not necessarily aligned with their true beliefs. This performative aspect encourages a drift towards extreme viewpoints as users seek approval through the existing incentive structures of social media platforms, where both upvoting and downvoting shape public perception.

Steve Huffman, co-founder and CEO of Reddit, joins host Reid Hoffman to share scale lessons from building one of the internet’s most influential platforms. It took nearly two decades for Reddit to reach its IPO, persevering through ownership changes, swings in popular sentiment, and shifts in the site’s identity. Steve guides Reddit with a deep belief in the power of online communities, and he dives into how he tackles challenges – like AI and misinformation – while staying true to Reddit’s values.

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