by Matt Agorist, The Free Thought Project:
On this episode of the Free Thought Project podcast, Matt and Don are joined by Ryan Hartwig and Jason Fyk for a deep dive into the complex web of free speech, government policies, and big tech. Ryan Hartwig, a former content moderator for Facebook, blew the whistle on internal practices, revealing biases and censorship. His insights into the workings of big tech are crucial in understanding the current digital landscape. Jason Fyk, the founder of The Social Media Freedom Foundation, fights the legal battles against the intertwining of government and tech giants, particularly focusing on the misuse of Section 230.
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In this riveting discussion, our guests unravel how the U.S. government and big tech companies have co-opted Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act, turning it into a tool to suppress Americans’ First Amendment rights. The conversation explores the alarming consequences of such actions on the fundamental freedoms of speech and expression.
The dialogue also ventures into the controversial topic of pornography. While acknowledging its negative societal impacts, Ryan and Jason discuss the nuances of addressing this issue without resorting to government overreach or outright bans, underscoring the importance of preserving free speech.
The podcast concludes on a hopeful note, with both guests offering their solutions to these pressing issues, reiterating the need for a balanced approach that protects individual freedoms while addressing the challenges posed by the digital age. (Length: 1:02:00)
Ryan on Twitter: https://twitter.com/hartwig_free
Ryan’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/Behind-Mask-Facebook-Whistleblowers-Censorship-ebook/dp/B08X6V3836
Jason Fyk’s twitter: https://twitter.com/JasonFyk
Social Media Freedom Foundation: https://socialmediafreedom.org/
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