Social Media: The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly. One on one with Jason Sheppard

Summary

In this conversation, Dave Campbell and Jason Shepard discuss the issues surrounding social media, including the recent revelations about Facebook and Netflix. They explore the power and lack of accountability of big tech companies, the need for regulation, and the role of parents in protecting their children online. They also touch on the challenges of free speech and the potential impact of new legislation in Florida. The conversation highlights the importance of creating alternative platforms that prioritize user safety and free speech.

Keywords

social media, big tech, Facebook, Netflix, regulation, free speech, parents, responsibility, age restrictions, child safety

Takeaways

• Big tech companies like Facebook and Netflix have been involved in privacy breaches and questionable practices, highlighting the need for regulation and accountability.
• Parents play a crucial role in protecting their children online and should take responsibility for educating them about social media safety.
• Legislation in Florida restricts social media access for minors, but there are concerns about enforcement and potential infringement on free speech.
• Creating alternative platforms that prioritize user safety and free speech is essential in combating the dominance of big tech companies.

Titles

• The Challenges of Free Speech and Regulation
• The Power and Lack of Accountability of Big Tech

Sound Bites

• "It's almost like Netflix was an administrator at Facebook"
• "They just think they're so powerful"
• "Those are private intimate conversations"

Chapters

00:00
The Power and Lack of Accountability of Big Tech

07:00
The Role of Parents in Protecting Children Online

14:27
The Challenges of Free Speech and Regulation