Spotify to Add Warnings to Podcasts Discussing COVID-19

In response to growing protest against Spotify’s platforming of Joe Rogan, Spotify announced on Sunday that content advisories will be added to “any podcast episode that includes a discussion about COVID-19.” Per Spotify’s statement, the advisory will “direct listeners to our dedicated COVID-19 Hub,” which will provide resources and information from “scientists, physicians, academics and public health authorities.” The statement adds that the advisories will take effect “in the coming days.” In addition to the new advisories, Spotify announced that they will publish their longstanding platform rules and “raise awareness around what’s acceptable and help creators understand…