Topic: Human Moderation

Reddit is hiring former Google and Twitter executives to build a brand-safe advertising environment using its "anti-evil team" and layers of human moderators. The hosts explain that the quarantine of the "The_Donald" subreddit was a business move to reassure risk-averse advertisers.

Dvorak admits to being "a dick" about the chat room, viewing it as a distraction, while Curry appreciates it as a "Greek chorus" for instant feedback. They mention past failed efforts like "Nap for Humanity" and the introduction of the "Red Book." They also thank the volunteer moderators and stream technicians who keep the live broadcast running.