Blog•Mar 10, 2026
You Are Being Lied to About Algorithms
In a new Section 230 mini‑series episode, host and legal commentator interviews Santa Clara Law professor Eric Goldman to dismantle the myth that algorithmic curation should strip platforms of their Section 230 immunity. The discussion clarifies that even a reverse‑chronological feed qualifies as an algorithm and can inadvertently amplify spam and troll activity. It also highlights how bipartisan political pressure and proposed age‑verification mandates aim to reshape online moderation, while major players like Meta actually prefer Section 230 changes to marginalize smaller competitors. Ultimately, the conversation argues that focusing on algorithms distracts from the deeper power dynamics shaping the open web.
