3 chapters across the catalog
Online Community Implosions, CompuServe History, PARTI System
A discussion on the inevitable collapse of online communities references the early days of CompuServe and the "PARTI" (Participate) system. A specific instance is recalled where a major community dissolved after a prominent member was arrested for drug dealing, shattering the group's trust.
The Ukrainian Internet Party has officially nominated Darth Vader as a candidate for the presidency of Ukraine. The hosts discuss the absurdity of the election, which includes "Princess Leia" Yulia Tymoshenko and radical groups like the Right Sector. The episode concludes with John Dvorak mentioning his upcoming appearance on TWiT and a final sign-off from the hosts.
Australia Internet Censorship, Small Breast Smut Reclassification
The Australian government is proposing a massive internet filter and new reclassifications for prohibited content. The Australian Classification Board reportedly plans to ban depictions of women with A-cup breasts or smaller, citing concerns that they could be mistaken for children. The Australian Sex Party is noted as the primary political group fighting against these anti-sex regulations.
