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Matt Ridley: How Innovation Works, Part 2

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The Divisive Nature of Modern Media

This chapter examines the unintended consequences of social media on community dynamics and societal polarization, contrasting it with earlier media forms like radio and television. The discussion reveals how personal curation of content on social media can lead to echo chambers and fragmentation, undermining the initial hopes for increased understanding and empathy.

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