Topic: Corporate Censorship

3 chapters across the catalog

Gnarler
Episode 1314 42:11 - 44:51

1314: Gnarler

The Big Purge, Corporate Firewalls and Union Expulsions

The "Big Purge" continues as corporate firewalls begin classifying independent social networks as "adult content." Actor David Sutcliffe is reportedly facing de-platforming after a tweet regarding a Capitol rioter, and SAG-AFTRA is moving to expel Donald Trump from the union. The hosts discuss the professional consequences of being removed from labor unions in the entertainment and radio industries.

VATBS vs AQAP
Episode 185 2:10:09 - 2:13:14

185: VATBS vs AQAP

Show Censorship Risks, Internet Filtering

The hosts express concern that the show may eventually be targeted for censorship or filtered by ISPs and corporate firewalls. They note that many alternative news sites are already blocked in workplaces and schools under the guise of "inappropriate content." They urge network administrators among the listeners to help keep the show accessible as digital filtering becomes more sophisticated.

Save or Create
Episode 73 25:38 - 27:21

73: Save or Create

Corporate Media Censorship, The Simpsons, Family Guy

The conversation turns to how corporate media environments discourage criticism of business partners and advertisers. Personal experiences at MTV and Viacom are used to illustrate self-censorship. Meta-commentary from animated shows like The Simpsons and Family Guy is highlighted as a rare form of rebellion against network constraints.