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Are Algorithms Making You Boring?

Offline with Jon Favreau

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The Impact of Algorithmic Feeds on the Physical World and Globalization

This chapter explores the effects of algorithmic feeds on our physical experiences, discussing how online platforms like Yelp and Google Maps can lead to finding similar coffee shops in different cities. It also examines the homogenizing effect of globalization and the historical concern of cities resembling each other. The chapter highlights how algorithm-driven sameness can limit connection and shared experiences, emphasizing the need for variety in our culture.

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