In this episode Herman & Jason talk about their early experiences with online forums and social media, while critically examining the evolution of these platforms. They discuss the shift from niche communities to mass-market content machines, exploring the impact of commercial interests, addiction-driven design, and the rise of AI-generated content. The conversation culminates in brainstorming ideas for a more human-centric social media future, balancing connection with mindful engagement.

Some of the topics discussed in this episode of the Idea Roastery:

- Evolution of online communities from forums to modern social media

- Impact of commercial interests on social media platform design

- Potential future directions for more ethical, human-centric social platforms

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Jason: https://www.jforte.me