Well here we are still arguing that the Earth is flat. This narrator, if she believes the nonsense she puts forth, needs to take a breath and get an education. I just can’t.
lol, I just went through this a second time after David Cross mentioned it on HIS podcast, but it’s quite fascinating listening years later. I had forgotten about all those right wing trolls, who loomed so large in 2016. I’m also surprised that it’s only been four years for TikTok to go from new upstart to possibly outlawed in the US.
But how has the TikTok algorithm affected folks’ perception of reality? How has it played into global events? Where are all the Q acolytes now? The world needs a season 2!
Cross said he listened to this and Serial. I really got a kick out of listening to this. Was so relieved to learn that Caleb didn’t turn into a school shooter. YouTube lady is very helpful to hear from. The reporting in this is very well done. Will be looking forward to whatever you guys do next.
I listened to this after David Cross gave it a shoutout on his podcast (Senses Working Overtime) and said it’s one of the only podcasts he’s ever listened to, and he enjoyed it. Decided to listen based on that, and so glad I did! Fascinating, excellent reporting, and a good look at how far we’ve come (or regressed) because of the Internet.
On episode 3 and so far this podcast is entirely about YouTube is, get ready for it… addictive!! And one particular dude in West Virginia is a loser and a moron. And YouTube made him racist.
The nytimes is trying their hardest to convince you that if you don’t think the way the legacy media (far left) wants you to then essentially you’re in a rabbit hole. No wonder Americans have tuned out from the MSM.
I was extremely pleased that they did not record a microcosm of information; they incorporated the thoughts and stories of opposing views and humanized them in a way that makes it easier to listen to why they think and feel how they do.
100% recommend for any leftist that wants to understand what draws people to the right/alt-right.
Interesting case studies about how we gravitate towards our biases, but there is some irony about a NY Times journalist clutching pearls about ‘disinformation’ when that paper and many mainstream news and tv eagerly reported unverified and outright false info about WMD’s, Bountygate, the Steele Dossier etc. Fox News, MSNBC and their kind also exist as a closed system feeding a target audience what they want to hear, huge blind spot in this discussion.
This show is an absolute gem! Host Kevin Roose does a fantastic job taking us through the complexities of the internet's most dangerous corners, and how radicalization can happen even in the most unsuspecting ways. The stories and interviews with former extremists and individuals impacted by radicalization are truly captivating and eye-opening. As someone who has been fascinated by the impact of the internet on society, this podcast is a must-listen. I binged through all the episodes in one sitting and was left craving more. If you're considering giving it a listen, do it! You won't regret it. The Rabbit Hole Podcast is one of the most insightful and thought-provoking podcasts out there, and I can't recommend it enough.
Mark my words: Kevin Roose will one day be awarded a Nobel Peace Prize—and, very likely, a MacArthur Fellowship.
When that time comes, the honors will be well deserved for his contributions to our national discourse. Roose’s reporting is setting the stage for a revival of unified national consciousness. With his tireless curiosity, little does Roose probably even know right now, he is already shaping the future precedents and precepts of technological humanism, which is the here-to-stay aspect of our human condition that needs to be liberated from the passive obscurities of our government and brought into the light of days for courts to litigate and humans to mitigate, and for all of us to freely propagate.
Entertaining but a news-based story should be told from multiple points of view. Hard to take this as “truth” without another perspective or insight into how this can drive someone to the far left as well. Sounds more like an anti right podcast more than hard hitting journalism.
It’s not original to be biased and proliferate leftist propaganda, even though it is clear the creators have tried so very hard to be original with their material and content.
Thank you for helping listeners connect dots and think critically about how we live on the internet and in real life.
I’d love another season revisiting these ideas with new perspectives, stories, and questions.
This podcast was thought provoking and riveting all the way through. With the 1/6 Attack of the Capital congressional hearings now underway you should do a follow up with the subjects of your story.
Fearful that they are no longer the monopoly on the news and opinions for the people? Or that the people have found other ways to connect and discuss politics outside of their curating what can be said? Online finally gives a voice to the people. And they can be scary to those in power and the media that helps keep them in power. The New York Times never reported on the Holocaust. They have an elitist culture that wants to shape public opinion, not report news. YouTube and other platforms may be flawed, but it is our modern day public forum and does not need Big Media or Big Gov to restrict our voice. I understand they feel threatened by this.
I’m sorry to see all the reviews telling the hosts what should be included in their story. If they’re upset that there wasn’t a pro-Republican, right-wing viewpoint discussed then maybe they should do their own research and host their own podcast that discusses what they want to hear. I enjoyed listening. Fantastic work.
For the past few years this topic has been absolutely intriguing to me in a way that I can’t turn away. It amazes me how so many of us have had not only our opinions but lives completely shifted from the abundance of information available, true or false, and the impact it’s currently having on our society as a whole. This series is most definitely something I’d compare to a light being switched on in a dark room. There’s no way to tell what’s in it until you shed some light, and there no guarantee you’re going to like what you see.
It sparked something new in me, not anger exactly more like the desire to step up and make life the most it can be while being aware of the control of the system.
This was seriously terrible to listen to (the subject not the pod which was very well done. It was suggested to me by a few people when I expressed disbelief that good people could be turned into nazis. It didn’t convince me but it certainly made me think and reconsider.
The production, storyline, history and topics covered in this series were excellent. I listened to episode after episode while doing yard work. I didn’t want to stop working because I didn’t want to stop listening!
Also, the way these reporters interact with those they interview seems very respectful and empathetic, yet they are still willing to ask hard questions and acknowledge the elephant in the room.
I really enjoyed the layout and production of this show. The host keeps you intrigued and doesn’t have you guessing what he’s talking about. The guests were great and it was extremely informative.
This was my very first podcast. And I was amazed. The way it is narrated and the points it takes are not only eye opening yet, so incredibly detailed and intricate. I came into podcasts wanting something to challenge my current perspectives and fight the basis of normality. This is just it. It’s enticing, you’ll always be engaged. All I want is to find more podcasts such as this one. Truly hoping for a second season to come out. As a teenager in this internet run world, this was incredible to hear.
New York Post bashing all of its competitors... so so biased. I was hoping to see some information about both perspectives of the Rabbit Hole. Not just bashing every person who ever made a pro republican leaning viewpoint. My buddy suggested this and I got through 3 episodes before I couldn’t stand the bias anymore. Even Netflix the social dilemma has viewpoints of social media from both perspectives.
I would have like to hear how YouTube and the Internet Culture also has radicalized the left extremists as well? Like an interview with them? For balanced reporting?
I’ve just listened the "Start Here" episode and part of the second, in both pieces I’ve heard "far right groups", ok, I’m leaving here. I’m sick and tired of all this propaganda. This is too much. Movies, TV Shows, News...it’s all the same script, same words, same message. NO, THANK YOU!. I’ll try to find something instructive and free from ideologies. Stop the brainwashing.
This reminded me of the golden days of Radiolab! Really astounding reporting on a surprisingly related string of topics coupled with some seriously fantastic audio production.
