Matt Taibbi

Rank 34 of 47

Score -42

So you isolated a group of male podcasters and argued… what exactly? They have outsize influence compared to female podcasters? Compared to male-but-blue-leaning podcasters? Compared to the corporate press? Did they generate audience through cheating somehow? What’s the claim?

Ashley Carman

@ashleyrcarman

168d

For years, I’ve seen journalists cover the “manosphere” as a random group of friends who show up on each other’s podcasts. Today, I and other reporters published a story firmly showing how these YouTubers boost each other and politicians while steering male culture to the right

1/23/2025, 2:10:56 AM

The statement questions the influence and dynamics of a group of male podcasters, challenging the claims made about their impact on culture and politics. It seeks clarification on the nature of their influence and whether it is disproportionate or achieved through unfair means.

Principle 1:
I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
The statement does not directly harm but questions the influence of a specific group, which could be seen as critical but not harmful.
Principle 3:
I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
The statement seeks understanding by asking for clarification, which aligns with promoting understanding. [+1]
Principle 4:
I will engage in constructive criticism and dialogue with those in disagreement and will not engage in personal attacks or ad hominem arguments.
The statement engages in constructive criticism by questioning the claims made, without resorting to personal attacks. [+1]