"Zoë Schiffer: Welcome to WIRED's Uncanny Valley. I'm WIRED's director of business and industry, Zoë Schiffer. Today on the show, we're bringing you the top stories that you need to know about this week, including how the Democrats fared much better than anyone expected in this week's elections, and how some of those victories show the power of online fandom. I'm joined today by our senior politics editor, Leah Feiger."
"In today's episode, host Zoë Schiffer is joined by senior politics editor Leah Feiger to discuss the top stories you need to know about this week-from Mark Zuckerberg's illegal school to the repercussions behind the recent pardoning of Changpeng Zhao, Binance's ex-CEO. Then, Zoë and Leah discuss how fandom on the internet played a key role in this year's US election results."
Mark Zuckerberg opened an illegal school at his Palo Alto compound, raising legal and ethical concerns. Changpeng Zhao, Binance's ex‑CEO, received a pardon that triggered political and regulatory repercussions. Democrats performed better than many expected in the November elections, with several victories attributed in part to mobilization by online fandoms. Examples of fan-driven organizing and messaging influenced turnout and candidate visibility in targeted races. The page lists listening options, social handles, an email contact for feedback, and notes that the automated transcript may contain errors.
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