Chapter 1: Introduction to Mastodon

Recently, there was a significant buzz surrounding Medium's collaboration with Mastodon, which is being touted as a potential replacement for Twitter/X.

Many individuals, myself included, harbor concerns about "TwiX" due to its lax moderation policies. Following Elon Musk's acquisition of the platform, numerous moderators were let go, raising alarms about the potential risks of unrestricted content. History has shown us that certain paths are best avoided, especially when it comes to promoting harmful ideologies. Additionally, it’s crucial to ensure that algorithms do not expose young audiences to inappropriate content, underscoring the need for effective moderation.

I decided to explore Mastodon, and while I appreciate its unique atmosphere, it appears to lack the user base necessary for widespread adoption. This prompted me to write a recent article about my experiences with Mastodon, where I tagged Medium's CEO, Tony Stubblebine, and Head of Product, Buster Benson. I didn't expect much feedback but was pleasantly surprised by Tony's public response:

"I'm not embarrassed. Social media is fragmenting, and I'm still curious where this particular fragment will go. My own usage of social media is all over the map. I used to write daily on Medium but now only manage five or so personal posts a year. I stopped using Twitter altogether. I've been active on Threads — but that's been in large part to promote Medium's turnaround to the press that follows me there."

If you haven't yet experimented with Mastodon, I highly recommend it — unless you're already feeling overwhelmed by the number of platforms, which is completely understandable. It’s reassuring to see a busy CEO engaging with user feedback in this manner.

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Chapter 2: The Relevance of Mastodon Today

This video delves into the intriguing concept of reviving woolly mammoths and mastodons, exploring whether we can truly bring these magnificent creatures back from extinction.

In this video, the discussion revolves around the question of whether mastodons could adapt and thrive in the current world, considering environmental changes and human impact.