
The Techdirt Podcast, hosted by Michael Masnick.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 447 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Technology | |||

The relationship between journalism and AI has been off to an antagonistic start, with multiple court cases underway and plenty of discourse about what should happen next. There are various proposed approaches to setting up a better interplay between... more
Earlier today, we joined in announcing the Resonant Computing Manifesto: a call for restoring a culture of technology that empowers users and enriches their lives. The manifesto was created by a group led by Alex Komoroske, and today Alex joins the p... more
Three years ago, Mike Brock joined us on the podcast to discuss a decentralized web project, and more recently we've published several cross-posts from his Substack about the horrifying goings-on in American politics and media. Today, Mike joins the ... more
For two decades, the landscape of social media has been constantly changing, and the discourse about "free speech" has been changing alongside it. This week, we've got a bit of an open-ended discussion with TechFreedom's Corbin Barthold, host of the ... more
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It’s obvious Mike puts extraordinary effort in covering salient topics and finding guests that are authentic and truly care about being a positive force in this space - the insights they bring to bear are still mind-blowing every. single. time.
Opines CONSTANTLY on the first amendment, understands nothing of how that works. Doesn’t understand how IP law works, nor CDA 230. Worthless site and worthless commenters.
Generally a politics blog pretending to be tech related.
People that don't know tech, attempt to talk about tech. Painful to listen to.
Opines CONSTANTLY on the first amendment, understands nothing of how that works. Doesn’t understand how IP law works, nor CDA 230.
Worthless site and worthless commenters.
Episodes either go really deep into a specific topic or introduce a niche subgenre of tech policy. Mike seems weirdly uncomfortable with hosting at times, but he is pretty thoughtful.
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Exploring the intersections of technology, policy, and society, this podcast features discussions that focus on critical issues such as internet freedom, social media dynamics, and the implications of emerging technologies. Noteworthy themes include the challenges of content moderation, the influence of venture capital on innovation, and the necessity of user empowerment in the digital landscape. Guests often include experts in technology, law, and independent journalism, providing diverse perspectives that contribute to a richer understanding of current trends and debates. The podcast emphasizes a thoughtful critique of technology's role in society, often advocating for approaches that prioritize social responsibility and democratic values... more
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