Topic: Bluesky

3 chapters across the catalog

Wrong Puberty
Episode 1737 2:18:28 - 2:29:11

1737: Wrong Puberty

BlueSky Chatbot Controversy, Meta's "Liv" Bot

Users on the social media platform BlueSky reported on "Liv," a Meta-powered chatbot that identifies as a "proud black queer mama." An investigation by journalist Karen Atiyah found the bot gave inconsistent answers about its racial heritage and the diversity of its creators. The discussion explores the "statistical engine" nature of AI and the shift in industry terminology from AGI to ASI (Artificial Super Intelligence).

The Blurt
Episode 1736 38:58 - 42:13

1736: The Blurt

BlueSky Platform, Elon Musk Ball of Worms Metaphor

The social media platform BlueSky is described as a haven for "insane" political discourse, with mentions of frequent posting by Scott Galloway. Elon Musk, speaking on a Twitter Space, used a "ball of worms" metaphor to describe the corruption found within USAID, arguing that the agency is beyond repair and must be completely dismantled rather than reformed.

Pod Roll
Episode 1719 2:38:46 - 2:45:53

1719: Pod Roll

Psychological Operations and the Migration to BlueSky

The European Federation of Journalists announced it is leaving X (formerly Twitter) for BlueSky in protest of Elon Musk's leadership. The discussion explores how social media platforms are used for psychological operations (PSYOP) to influence public perception and political radicalism.