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Michael Paulson

03/23/25

@ Lex Fridman

YouTube chat lacks the tight-knit community feel of Twitch, where memes and cultural references flow freely among viewers.

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ThePrimeagen: Programming, AI, ADHD, Productivity, Addiction, and God | Lex Fridman Podcast #461

@ Lex Fridman

ThePrimeagen: Programming, AI, ADHD, Productivity, Addiction, and God | Lex Fridman Podcast #461

03/23/25

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The difference in community engagement between Twitch and YouTube is significant; Twitch fosters a more interactive and meme-driven culture.

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