The Techdirt Podcast, hosted by Michael Masnick.
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The Techdirt Podcast, hosted by Michael Masnick.
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Recent Episodes
June 9, 2026
How To Stop Good Companies From Going Bad
Host Mike Masnick interviews author Eric Ries about his book "Incorruptible" and how to build companies that resist the process of "enshittification."
May 12, 2026
Preserving The Web In The Age Of AI
Mike Masnick and guests Dave Hansen, Mark Graham, and Kendra Albert discuss preserving the web's historical record amidst AI's disruptive impact in this interview.
April 14, 2026
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As we work our way towards a better future for the internet, the most encouraging and exciting part is the people out there building towards that future. Kickstarter founder Yancey Strickler is one such person, and his new company Metalabel has some extremely interesting projects in the works, including the Dark Forest Operating System. This week, Yancey joins the podcast to talk all about his projects and their role in building a better internet.
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