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Casey Newton returns to X, discusses reasons with hosts

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Tech journalist Casey Newton is returning to Elon Musk's platform X after a three-year absence. Newton, who co-hosts the NPR podcast "Machine Gods," will discuss his decision and the reasons behind his return with hosts Oliver and Jon. Kara Swisher, referred to as his "podmother," will also contribute a message. AI

RANK_REASON The cluster discusses a journalist's decision to return to a social media platform, which falls under commentary on media and platform usage.

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Casey Newton returns to X, discusses reasons with hosts

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    renowned tech journalist Casey Newton, co-host of the upcoming NPR podcast “Machine Gods,” joins the show to defend his decision to return to Elon Musk’s X afte

    renowned tech journalist Casey Newton, co-host of the upcoming NPR podcast “Machine Gods,” joins the show to defend his decision to return to Elon Musk’s X after a three-year boycott. Oliver and Jon press him on what changed—and his “podmother,” Kara Swisher, delivers a surprise …

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