This Week in Startups Twitter's new Birdwatch moderation/annotation feature + OK Boomer: Flapjack's Patrick McDonnell | E1453
May 7, 2022
In this engaging conversation, Patrick McDonnell, Co-founder of Flapjack, shares his journey from working in a hacker house in Miami to optimizing restaurant menus for increased profitability. He reveals insights into innovative data-driven approaches that are transforming the dining industry. The hosts also dive into Twitter's new Birdwatch feature, discussing its potential to combat misinformation and its community-driven moderation model, while addressing challenges like bias and privacy concerns—making it a must-listen for tech enthusiasts!
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Effective Moderation
- Moderation works effectively when passionate community members are empowered to maintain safety.
- Molly Wood cites Wikipedia and Reddit as successful examples of community moderation.
Community Moderation
- Jason Calacanis became a moderator for Nick's Fan TV due to his consistent engagement and contributions.
- This demonstrates the power of community involvement in selecting moderators.
Combating Misinformation
- Continuously repeating lies can solidify them in people's minds, making them resistant to facts.
- Fact-checking can sometimes reinforce the lie by restating it, highlighting the challenge of combating misinformation.