Ctrl-Alt-Speech

These guy are smart and fun to listen to and they cover a very important topic that is accessible to a Gen Dial Phone like me. Keep pod casting and I will keep listening.

This is a must listen podcast for anyone with even a remote interest in online speech and moderation! Mike and Ben bring an invaluable level of expertise in Trust and Safety. They do a wonderful job selecting a broad variety of news stories, and their insights are great! It’s an easy to listen to podcast and great for commutes, the gym, or just around the house.

If there’s one podcast I never miss, it’s Ctrl Alt Speech. Full stop. This is the rare show that consistently hits the perfect balance between sharp analysis, grounded nuance, and just the right amount of snark. Mike Masnick doesn’t just host the conversation—he elevates it. His insight into the intersections of speech, policy, and technology is unmatched. He connects the dots between court rulings, platform decisions, and global trends in a way that somehow leaves you smarter without ever feeling like you’re in a lecture. And honestly? He’s kind of my spirit animal. Every episode is a masterclass in how to talk about speech without falling into the usual traps. No lazy hot takes. No false balance. Just informed, principled, and deeply engaging commentary that I look forward to every week. If you’re even mildly interested in the future of free expression, tech regulation, or the messy realities of online discourse, Ctrl Alt Speech is required listening.

By far, among my essential podcasts. Mike and Ben articulate timely issues with verve and humor, covering the myriad angles of online speech — and, lately, the weirdly dangerous intersection of government and big tech. Articulate, painfully relevant, and always entertaining and informative. Pushing back on the stance that 2 2 = 5 has never been so timely.