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The Vergecast

CHAPTER

The Human Touch in Music Discovery

This chapter critiques the limitations of AI-generated recommendations in music streaming services like Spotify, advocating for the irreplaceable value of human curation. The speakers discuss the emotional depth and personal connections that come from human endorsements, contrasting them with algorithm-driven experiences. Ultimately, they celebrate the unpredictability of local radio and the personal musical journey that transcends automated suggestions.

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