Joe Rogan Responds , to Spotify Protests.
In the wake of Neil Young removing his music
from the platform due to his belief that
Joe Rogan is spreading COVID-19 misinformation, .
Spotify will now add advisories at the beginning of podcasts talking about coronavirus, which will link to fact-based COVID-19 resources.
Spotify chief executive Daniel Ek
discussed the issue in a blog post on Jan. 30.
It is important to me that
we don’t take on the position
of being content censor while
also making sure that there
are rules in place and consequences
for those who violate them, Daniel Elk, Spotify chief executive, via blog post.
Also on Jan. 30, Rogan responded to the controversy, saying he's only ever tried to shed light on people's "differing opinions.".
I’m not trying to promote misinformation, I’m not trying to be controversial. I’ve never tried to do anything with this podcast other than to just talk to people, Joe Rogan, via Instagram.
He also pointed out that in addition to "the controversial ones" he's had on his show, he's also spoken with Dr. Sanjay Gupta, CNN's chief medical correspondent, .
He also pointed out that in addition to "the controversial ones" he's had on his show, he's also spoken with Dr. Sanjay Gupta, CNN's chief medical correspondent, .
and Dr. Michael Osterholm, a member of President Biden's COVID-19 advisory board, among others.
Regarding the COVID-19 advisories that will soon be implemented, Rogan said, "Sure, have that on there. I’m very happy with that.".
On Jan. 28, Joni Mitchell also announced she
will seek to sever ties with Spotify