FRC Podcast- Episode 2: Freedom of expression and social media: The Casapound v. Facebook case

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In this episode, FRC member Andreas Kanakakis introduces LSTS researchers Eugenio Mantovani, Afroditi Papathanasopoulou, and Renato Sabbadini, who engage in a dynamic discussion on the evolving boundaries of freedom of expression in the digital age. They explore what is permitted and restricted on social media platforms, beginning with the Casapound v. Facebook case and extending to contemporary debates on Elon Musk’s leadership of X, the challenges of content moderation, and the diverging regulatory approaches in the US and EU. Their conversation highlights the tension between free speech and platform governance, offering insights into the future of digital expression.

Period24 Mar 2025

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  • TitleFreedom of expression and social media: The Casapound v. Facebook case
    Degree of recognitionInternational
    Media name/outletSpotify
    Media typeRadio
    Country/TerritoryBelgium
    Date24/03/25
    DescriptionIn this episode, FRC member Andreas Kanakakis introduces LSTS researchers Eugenio Mantovani, Afroditi Papathanasopoulou, and Renato Sabbadini, who engage in a dynamic discussion on the evolving boundaries of freedom of expression in the digital age. They explore what is permitted and restricted on social media platforms, beginning with the Casapound v. Facebook case and extending to contemporary debates on Elon Musk’s leadership of X, the challenges of content moderation, and the diverging regulatory approaches in the US and EU. Their conversation highlights the tension between free speech and platform governance, offering insights into the future of digital expression.
    URLhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/4ZkPgRjXfyY7XSH5T3a23J?si=UNdcypehTxSrmCnVWASSFg
    PersonsAfroditi Papathanasopoulou

Keywords

  • Freedom of Expression
  • social media
  • platforms