People vs Algorithms "Embrace The Chaos"
Jul 4, 2024
Author Troy Young discusses the future of media, social media debates, AI surveillance, and the changing landscape of war. The podcast also explores the music industry's battle with AI, the role of legacy media, and embracing change in media.
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Threads vs. X
- Alex Schleifer finds more engagement on Threads than X (Twitter).
- Elon Musk is considered a genius for embracing the chaotic nature of X.
Outrage Economy
- The current media landscape incentivizes outrageous behavior for attention.
- This is exemplified by the "Hawk Tua Girl" incident and X's algorithm.
AirPod Cameras and Surveillance
- Cameras on AirPods raise surveillance concerns and create constant content opportunities.
- Alex Schleifer believes constant recording is individually useful but collectively dangerous.