In this episode of the WIRED podcast, the hosts dive into the changing world of text-based social media, examining the shift from Twitter (now X) to newer platforms like BlueSky and Threads. They share their own experiences with social media overuse and discuss why many people are looking to leave these platforms, citing issues like information overload, negativity, and the influence of algorithms. To foster a healthier relationship with social media, they suggest focusing on community, utility, and education, advocating for strategies like quitting entirely or taking regular breaks. The conversation also considers the difficulties of content moderation on both centralized and decentralized platforms.
