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Adam Curry and Mo Facts open episode 95 of the podcast, originating from the Texas Hill Country and Northern Virginia. Mo celebrates the installation of a high-speed internet connection after a three-year wait, attributing previous show delays to poor connectivity. The hosts prepare to discuss a specific book selection curated by Mo regarding global conflict.
The concept of the "Digital Ocean" is introduced to describe the modern flow of information and commerce. The hosts argue that just as navies once controlled the physical seas, those who control the flow of digital information now rule the world. They point to the "Uniparty" support for the war in Ukraine as evidence of a global elite protecting their logistical and informational interests.
Renee DiResta of the Stanford Internet Observatory discusses the "harassment campaigns" faced by doctors who post pro-vaccine content on social media. The segment focuses on Dr. Nicole Baldwin's refusal to remove her posts despite negative feedback. The hosts critique the media's framing of these interactions as "bullying" while ignoring the legitimate skepticism of the commenters.
