Okay, Maybe Social Media Isn't That Bad For Us — With Brendan Nyhan
Big Technology Podcast
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Navigating the Algorithm: Responsibility and Misinformation
This chapter examines the intricacies of YouTube's recommendation algorithm post-2019, focusing on how it influences viewers' exposure to extremist content. It discusses the challenges faced by social media platforms in moderating content, balancing free speech with the need to prevent the spread of harmful videos, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic and the 2020 election. The dialogue also emphasizes the importance of understanding misinformation dynamics and the implications of user behavior in the consumption of misleading content.
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