People vs Algorithms · Feb 27, 2026 · 1:07:22
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Data shows widespread trepidation over the AI, whether it’s datacenter construction or possible job displacement, yet little public discussion has taken place. We discuss how that’s changing as AI becomes a political issue. Meanwhile, another reckoning is happening with a return of cancel culture in a new and improved version; the open web faces its own reckoning as grotesque user experiences lead it into a doom loop; and private capital faces a squeeze that will hurt M&A.
* Troy Young’s People vs Algorithms newsletter
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Chapters:
* 00:50 Irish Hospitality
* 04:37 Intro
* 07:30 AI & The State of the Union
* 24:21 Cancel Culture
* 35:19 Death of the Open Web
* 42:43 Private Capital
* 50:38 Money Making Opportunity
* 01:00:30 Good Product
* 01:06:26 Outro
Episodes: People vs Algorithms