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Ctrl-Alt-Speech is a weekly news podcast co-created by Techdirt’s Mike Masnick and Everything in Moderation’s Ben Whitelaw. Each episode looks at the latest news in online speech, covering issues regarding trust & safety, content moderation, regulation, court rulings, new services & technology, and more.The podcast regularly features expert guests with experience in the trust & safety/online speec... more

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In this week’s roundup of the latest news in online speech, content moderation and internet regulation, Mike is joined by Konstantinos Komaitis, Senior Resident Fellow for Global and Democratic Governance at the Digital Forensics Research Lab (DFRLab... more

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In this week's round-up of the latest news in online speech, content moderation and internet regulation, Mike and Ben cover:

• My year with a flip phone (Financial Times)

• Claude’s Constitution (Anthropic)

• From the CEO: What’s coming to YouTube i... more

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In this week's round-up of the latest news in online speech, content moderation and internet regulation, Mike and Ben cover:

• UK, Canadian watchdogs press on with probes into Elon Musk's Grok chatbot (Reuters)

• Musk’s xAI limits Grok’s ability to ... more

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In this sponsored Spotlight episode of Ctrl-Alt-Speech, host Ben Whitelaw talks to Oversight Board co-chair Paolo Carozza (Professor of Law and Concurrent Professor at the University of Notre Dame, Indiana) and Board member Julie Owono (Executive Dir... more

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Recent Guests

Paolo Carozza
Professor of law and co-chair of Meta's Oversight Board.
University of Notre Dame
Episode: Spotlight: Five Years of the Oversight Board, from Experiment to Essential Institution
Julie Owono
Executive director of Internet Without Borders and member of the Oversight Board.
Internet Without Borders
Episode: Spotlight: Five Years of the Oversight Board, from Experiment to Essential Institution
Tricia McCleary
Media Advocacy Manager at CCIA
CCIA
Episode: Censors & Sensibility
George Vlasto
Head of Resolver's Trust and Safety Division
Resolver
Episode: Spotlight: Building Better CSAM Detection with Resolver’s George Vlasto
Pele Halai
Expert on CSAM detection and trust and safety solutions
Thorn
Episode: New Blocks On The Kids
Brett Levenson
Founder of Clavata, automated content safety platform
Clavata
Episode: A Tale of Two Internets
Thomas Hughes
CEO of Appeals Centre Europe, an out-of-court dispute settlement body
Appeals Centre Europe
Episode: With Great Platforms Come Great Responsibility
Dave Willner
Former content policy lead at Facebook and founder of Zentropi, specializing in trust and safety AI solutions.
Zentropi
Episode: Moderating is Such Sweet Sorrow
Mercy Mutemi
Award-winning lawyer and managing partner of Nzili & Sumbi Advocates
Nzili & Sumbi Advocates
Episode: Outsourced But Not Out Of Mind

Hosts

Ben Whitelaw
Founder and Editor of Everything in Moderation, with expertise in trust and safety discussions.
Mike Masnick
Co-Host and co-creator, contributing insights from Techdirt and extensive knowledge in technology and policy.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 120 ratings
  • A must listen if you care about the Internet or yourself. JK, it is HUGELY important to stay on top of our freedoms and the fragile hold we have on many of them. Ben and Mike give us the inside scoop on AI ,big tech and all that threatens the Internet. You won't regret it.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Tranjun
    a month ago
  • Very Accessible for Non-Super Techies

    These guy are smart and fun to listen to and they cover a very important topic that is accessible to a Gen Dial Phone like me. Keep pod casting and I will keep listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thaddeus Stevens
    United States3 months ago
  • Costume inspo

    This Halloween I’ll dress as EU chat control, because there’s nothing scarier.

    Thanks Mike and Ben for the inspiration!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NandothePlug
    Germany4 months ago
  • Exceptional Discourse

    This is a must listen podcast for anyone with even a remote interest in online speech and moderation! Mike and Ben bring an invaluable level of expertise in Trust and Safety. They do a wonderful job selecting a broad variety of news stories, and their insights are great! It’s an easy to listen to podcast and great for commutes, the gym, or just around the house.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mwacer
    United States6 months ago
  • Ctrl Alt Speech is Essential Listeni

    If there’s one podcast I never miss, it’s Ctrl Alt Speech. Full stop. This is the rare show that consistently hits the perfect balance between sharp analysis, grounded nuance, and just the right amount of snark.

    Mike Masnick doesn’t just host the conversation—he elevates it. His insight into the intersections of speech, policy, and technology is unmatched. He connects the dots between court rulings, platform decisions, and global trends in a way that somehow leaves you smarter without ever feel... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OhMichaelo
    United States6 months ago

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Audience members commend the selection of expert guests, enhancing the depth of discussions with real-world experience in the tech industry.
The engaging dialogue between hosts is frequently highlighted, making intricate discussions approachable and relevant.
Many express that the show is essential for anyone interested in understanding the evolving landscape of online speech and regulation.
Listeners appreciate the accessible yet expert analysis provided on complex topics such as trust and safety and content moderation.

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Spotlight: Five Years of the Oversight Board, from Experiment to Essential Institution
Q: What does that communication process look like in practice? Who is liaising with who?
The process includes structured points of contact that allow for confidential information sharing between the board and Meta, which requires a significant level of institutional trust.
Spotlight: Five Years of the Oversight Board, from Experiment to Essential Institution
Q: Can you give a little bit of background as to how you both came to be on the board in the first place?
Both members shared their insights, with Julie initially joining due to a personal passion for defending digital rights and Paolo being recruited for his extensive experience in international human rights.
Censors & Sensibility
Q: What does the overall online information ecosystem look like when faced with such link taxes?
Link taxes undermine the open architecture of the web and can result in less discoverability for credible journalism, while reducing referral traffic for smaller publishers.
Stuck in the Middleware with Youth
Q: How has the parental control ecosystem changed over time?
Parental controls are now seen as essential, but there are too many of them, making it unfeasible for parents to manage across numerous applications.
Stuck in the Middleware with Youth
Q: What do you think about the growing ecosystem of trust and safety vendors?
Platforms are increasingly using and engaging with vendors to comply with regulatory requirements, which leads to questions about who moderates the moderators.

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What is Ctrl-Alt-Speech about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A weekly podcast that explores the critical intersection of online speech and social media policies, featuring discussions on trust and safety, content moderation, and the impact of technology regulations. Co-created by industry experts, the episodes dive into current news stories with insightful analysis, often highlighting significant developments in trust and safety that affect digital platforms globally. With a focus on expert perspectives, the content aims to inform professionals and enthusiasts alike about the nuances of online discourse, regulatory changes, and the ethical implications surrounding speech in the digital age. Listeners can expect a blend of serious analysis with engaging dialogue that makes complex topics accessible an... more

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