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The Challenges of Constructive Debate on Social Media
54:50 - 1:05:24 (10:34)
The binary of either having an unproductive, performative debate or never engaging in any dialogue at all hinders the potential for constructive discourse on social media. Additionally, sarcasm and hyperbole often generate more engagement than reasoned discussion.
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The attention economy is the idea that in a world where there is unlimited information to consume, attention becomes a scarce resource, and companies must vie for individuals' attention in order to stay afloat.
54:50 - 56:24 (01:33)
Summary
The attention economy is the idea that in a world where there is unlimited information to consume, attention becomes a scarce resource, and companies must vie for individuals' attention in order to stay afloat. The concept applies to podcasts and other media just as much as it does to any other industry.
ChapterThe Challenges of Constructive Debate on Social Media
Episode#451 - Derek Beres - Conspiracy Theories In New Age Cults
PodcastModern Wisdom
The process of receiving feedback as a content creator becomes more challenging as you scale up due to the increasing amount of comments, and often, criticism.
56:24 - 1:00:45 (04:21)
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The process of receiving feedback as a content creator becomes more challenging as you scale up due to the increasing amount of comments, and often, criticism. Additionally, some individuals who provide feedback or engage with content may not have the best intentions, causing vulnerability and uncertainty for creators.
ChapterThe Challenges of Constructive Debate on Social Media
Episode#451 - Derek Beres - Conspiracy Theories In New Age Cults
PodcastModern Wisdom
David Pakman discusses why performative debates on social media are ineffective and often counterproductive, citing the inflammatory nature of sarcasm and dunking on others.
1:00:45 - 1:05:24 (04:39)
Summary
David Pakman discusses why performative debates on social media are ineffective and often counterproductive, citing the inflammatory nature of sarcasm and dunking on others. He proposes a more reasonable approach to finding truth instead of just trying to win an argument.