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Otherwise Objectionable

Competitive Enterprise Institute
Section 230
Artificial Intelligence
Free Speech
Social Media
Telecommunications Act Of 1996
Trust and Safety
Content Moderation
Internet Regulation
Online Communities
Community Support
Rachel Barkley
Online Pornography
Congressional Debate
Eliza Effect
Spinal Tumor
Telecommunications Act
Censorship
Freedom Of Speech
Deep Fake Nudes
Tech Giants

The true story of the most misunderstood law on the internet. Tech journalist Mike Masnick brings you inside the making of Section 230 of the 1996 Telecommunications Act, featuring witnesses to Silicon Valley’s Wild West era, the Congressmen who wrote the law, and innovators who benefited from its balance of freedom and responsibility. Why do so many people hate this law, how does the rest of the ... more

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Our panel of experts — Charles C.W. Cooke from the National Review, trust and safety expert Dave Willner, Mike Masnick from Techdirt, and CEI’s Jessica Melugin — dissect this podcast’s raison d'être. What have we learned? Where are we now? And where ... more

The rise of A.I. has ushered in a new era for the internet, right when Section 230 and its protections have never been more threatened. Today’s innovators look to the past for guidance.

The web gets big enough to impact presidential elections. And the rest of the world grapples with speech on the internet.

The first real attempt to regulate the internet goes down in flames. But what remains is a structure to support the new, more interactive world of Web 2.0.

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Chris Cox
Former California Congressman, co-author of Section 230
Episode: Episode 5: Blowback, and the Dust Settles
Randall Bow
Lawyer who challenged the Communications Decency Act
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Episode: Episode 5: Blowback, and the Dust Settles
Ben Zaburski
Law professor at Fordham
Fordham University
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Dave Wilner
Early employee at Facebook involved with community standards
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Jessica Mellujan
Policy expert on internet speech regulations
Episode: Episode 5: Blowback, and the Dust Settles

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Mike Masnick
Tech journalist and founder, known for his insights into free speech and internet law. He hosts and narrates segments exploring the significance of Section 230 and its implications for technology and society.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • Glad this podcast exists, but needs a more balanced perspective

    I appreciate and applaud the effort to address this important topic, but the first episode lacks nuance that I would take with a grain of salt. Some claims-like the idea free speech would be over-felt hyperbolic. While there are some who would want to repeal section 230 entirely, many advocate for modifications rather than outright removal which could have been clarified. The opening story was beautiful, but I don’t quite believe after listening that changes to 230 would lead to a situation wher... more

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Exploring the intricacies of a crucial piece of legislation, this podcast focuses on Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act, providing insights into its origins, significance, and contemporary controversies. Among the topics discussed are the challenges of free speech, internet moderation, and the evolving landscape of digital communication, particularly as it pertains to new technologies like AI. Featuring interviews with key figures from the early internet era, lawmakers, and legal experts, the content seeks to clarify the often misunderstood implications of this law while fostering an understanding of its vital role in shaping online discourse and regulation.

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