Topic: Ze Frank

2 chapters across the catalog

Elusive Logic
Episode 1125 1:49:26 - 1:57:07

1125: Elusive Logic

Jump Cuts, Information Compression and Human Cognition

The hosts analyze the "jump cut" editing style prevalent on YouTube, arguing it reflects a broader societal trend toward extreme information compression. This phenomenon includes listening to podcasts at high speeds, using emojis, and consuming news via headlines, which the hosts believe is fundamentally altering human cognition and literacy.

Speciesism
Episode 661 1:19:31 - 1:22:02

661: Speciesism

Crowdfunding Accountability, Ze Frank and Kickstarter

The hosts contrast the "value for value" subscription model with one-time crowdfunding platforms like Kickstarter. They cite Ze Frank as an example of a creator who raised significant funds but allegedly failed to maintain the same level of engagement with his community afterward. The No Agenda model is presented as more accountable because it relies on continuous listener satisfaction for ongoing funding.