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As musicians ask Spotify to remove their music in protest of Joe Rogan’s podcast, criticized for including racial slurs and promoting vaccine skepticism, the streaming platform is holding firm. Spotify CEO Daniel Ek says canceling certain voices is not the answer.

In a message to employees, CEO Daniel Ek condemned Rogan's comments on vaccines and use of racial slurs, but said he didn't believe that "silencing Joe is the answer."

Spotify's CEO says the company will not be "silencing" Joe Rogan after a video compilation of him using the "n-word" surfaced, which prompted the podcast host to issue an apology.

Spotify's CEO says the company will not be "silencing" Joe Rogan after a video compilation of him using the "n-word" surfaced, which prompted the podcast host to issue an apology.

In a message to employees, CEO Daniel Ek condemned Rogan's comments on vaccines and use of racial slurs, but said he didn't believe that "silencing Joe is the answer."

Thomas P. DiNapoli wants Spotify to report on its efforts to enforce rules, and wants three other firms to disclose harassment policies.

Joe Rogan has put Spotify in a tough spot, but the streaming giant is not ready to part...

Spotify's CEO says the company will not be "silencing" Joe Rogan after a video compilation of him using the "n-word" surfaced, which prompted the podcast host to issue an apology.

In a statement, Daniel Ek said he and the staff at Spotify "have a clear opportunity to learn and grow together from this challenge."

Joe Rogan has put Spotify in a tough spot, but the streaming giant is not ready to part ways with the popular podcast host.