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TSIOULCAS: So in the same Instagram video yesterday, he did say that he saw this as a time to present more experts and maybe do a little more research about his guests and what they're saying. In this new statement, though, Ek also said, quote, "it's become clear to me that we have an obligation to do more to provide balance and access to widely accepted information from the medical and scientific communities guiding us through this unprecedented time."įADEL: So did Rogan say he'd do anything further in his own podcast to address this controversy or misinformation? Ek has said repeatedly that he prioritizes making sure that creators who use the Spotify platform maintain creative freedom. TSIOULCAS: That's a very real concern, yes. Ek said the advisory will direct Spotify listeners to a dedicated coronavirus hub with links to, quote, "trusted sources."įADEL: That sounds like a bit of a equivocation, as if any discussion is equally valid and trustworthy. That's whether or not the content is, for example, a discussion that includes internationally recognized health experts or potentially disseminates misinformation. In a press release issued just yesterday, Daniel Ek, the CEO of Spotify, said his company will introduce a content advisory to any podcast episode that discusses COVID-19. And that's an interesting and important distinction. TSIOULCAS: Well, actually, not exactly, Leila. TSIOULCAS: And Rogan added that he supports Spotify's decision to put a label on what he says are, quote "controversial podcasts."įADEL: So is that what Spotify's planning to do? I'm interested in finding out what the truth is. But I try to correct them because I'm interested in telling the truth. I'm just a person who sits down and talks to people and has conversations with them. JOE ROGAN: I do not know if they're right. For one thing, he argued that he was not spreading misinformation and that some people have a, quote, "distorted perception" of what it is he does. He didn't apologize to anyone or to Spotify, and the video went through a few different turns. TSIOULCAS: He put out a nearly 10-minute video on Instagram yesterday evening. Hi, Anastasia.ĪNASTASIA TSIOULCAS, BYLINE: Good morning, Leila.įADEL: So it doesn't sound like Joe Rogan's comments quelled the controversy. Joining us to discuss the latest is NPR culture correspondent Anastasia Tsioulcas. His comments have sparked even more anger, as well as a lot of support from his fans.

Last night, Rogan addressed those criticisms.

Musicians Neil Young and Joni Mitchell have pulled their music off the streaming service because they say that Joe Rogan, the host of its most popular podcast, was allowing guests to spread misinformation about COVID-19.