New Canadian Social Media Platform is Too Canadian
Summary
Host Julian Abraham and guest Kevin Newman discuss Gander Social, a new Canadian platform requiring strict identity verification and moderation based on the Charter of Rights. They critique its cumbersome sign-up process, potential for ideological bias, and "earnest" tone. The episode also covers Prime Minister Carney’s vague promises on infrastructure costs and the distinct, often disliked writing style of AI-generated content.
Topics discussed
Intro, ads, and fellowship announcement
Guest intro and Gander Social sign-up struggles
Gander's verification, Charter moderation, and privacy
Media bias labels and MBFC methodology critique
Ads and Gander's 'elbows up' crowdfunding model
Will Gander succeed? Demographics and business model
Canadian identity, US influence, and Tim Hortons joke
Duly Noted: Carney's Oprah moment and cost opacity
Duly Noted: AI writing tells and lack of soul
Outro, credits, and final ads
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