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Joe Rogan, Trump, and the Power of Decentralized Media

The recent controversy surrounding Joe Rogan's interview with former President Donald Trump on YouTube has highlighted the growing influence of decentralized platforms in promoting free speech and reshaping public discourse. Users, including prominent figures like David Heinemeier Hansson, reported difficulty finding the interview on YouTube, leading to suspicions of intentional suppression. In response, Rogan posted the full interview on a decentralized platform called X, bypassing mainstream platforms. This move demonstrates how decentralized platforms empower creators to share content without relying on traditional gatekeepers that may limit or filter information. It also showcases the increasing power of independent creators, like podcast hosts, in shaping public conversations and attracting politicians and public figures to their platforms. Overall, decentralized media is playing a crucial role in promoting free speech and offering a wider variety of voices and perspectives to audiences as they turn away from traditional media outlets.

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