The cousins are back again to discuss a new banger of an essay by writer John Carter which discusses how online social media voices are increasingly informing policy and culture. We both consider to what extent this really is the case, where we can see it, and if this is ultimately a good thing for the country. Unsurprisingly, both Auguste and Evan see more upside than downside to this development since it means that they and their audiences might actually move the needle on important issues. Moreover, it seems like it’s mostly the good ideas rising to the top while the not-so-good ideas tend to stay in their dark corners of the internet.

Articles referenced in this episode:

- “Poastocracy” by John Carter

- “The Four Commandments of Reddit” by Dudley Newright