Online Speech Faces Global Crackdowns: New Podcast Episode explores Mounting Restrictions
A wave of internet bans and escalating content moderation policies are reshaping the digital landscape, impacting free expression worldwide. the latest episode of “Ctrl-Alt-Speech,” a podcast hosted by Mike Masnick of Techdirt and Ben Whitelaw of Everything in moderation, dives into these developments, examining recent actions taken by governments and platforms to control online narratives.
The podcast addresses a growing trend of censorship, from outright platform bans in Nepal to the ongoing struggles with harmful content on platforms like TikTok and 4chan. These actions raise critical questions about the balance between safety, free speech, and the role of technology companies in regulating online discourse. the episode offers analysis of these complex issues and their potential consequences for users and the future of the internet.
Masnick and Whitelaw’s discussion covers a range of current events, including content moderation challenges, the actions of Meta and Mark Zuckerberg, and the impact of online harassment. They also explore the evolving landscape of virtual reality and the challenges of maintaining open platforms like Wikipedia amidst increasing pressure.
listeners can subscribe to “Ctrl-Alt-Speech” on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, Pocket Casts, YouTube, or via the RSS feed at feeds.buzzsprout.com/2315966.rss. The latest episode, “It’s A Banned, Banned, Banned, Banned World,” is available now and provides a timely analysis of the forces shaping online speech today.
