Decoding decentralized social media | Outside the Fox

Is decentralized social media the future of the internet? Join Kim Horcher, Ajay Patel, and special guest Takiyoshi Hoshida, developer of the Fediverse app Sora, as they dive deep into what it means to join the Fediverse. ▶ MORE EPISODES of Outside the Fox:    • Reclaim your digital life in 2025 | Outsid...  

They explore how to pick the right server, the risks and rewards of decentralization, and why platforms like Mastodon and Bluesky are transforming online communication. Whether you're curious or ready to make the leap, this episode is your crash course in decentralized social media!

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▶ EXPLORE the episode in chapters:
0:00 What Is Decentralized Social Media?
0:33 Popular Decentralized Platforms
0:46 Meet Takiyoshi Hoshida
0:54 Takiyoshi’s Development Journey
2:01 Centralized vs. Decentralized Social Media
3:06 Choosing the Right Server
3:56 Challenges of Switching Platforms
4:23 Why Move to Decentralized Platforms?
5:37 Getting Started with Decentralized Social Media
6:32 Is Threads a Decentralized Platform?
7:20 How Servers Communicate via the Fediverse
8:02 Risks of Interconnected Servers
8:46 Moderation on Decentralized Platforms
9:47 How Decentralized Platforms Generate Revenue
11:24 Paying for Social Media Posts
11:41 Virality on Decentralized Platforms
12:23 Takiyoshi’s Upcoming Projects
13:26 Closing Thoughts and Decentralized Links

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From choosing the right server to understanding the benefits and risks, this episode will guide you into the Fediverse with practical advice and insights. What do you think about decentralized social media? Let us know in the comments below!

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Kim Horcher is a host, show-runner, and digital creator. She started her career as an Emmy-winning broadcast journalist and is now the host of several news and feature programs - and Outside the Fox! She is very passionate about her work in gaming, technology and entertainment and enjoys sharing that feeling with others.

Ajay Patel is a podcast host and a data analyst with a passion for tech and entertainment. He has worked for companies like Neiman Marcus and LEGO, prioritizing his passion of data-driven solutions. Over the course of his career he has crafted data narratives that fuel innovation and operational efficiency.