Going Deep with Jia Tolentino on Finding Truth in a Manipulative World
Kelly Corrigan Wonders
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The Influence of Digital Environments on Human Behavior
This chapter explores how the internet and reality TV shape our behaviors and beliefs, discussing surveillance capitalism, algorithmic incentives, and the exploitation of human desires for connection. It delves into the manipulation of individual decision-making through societal structures like healthcare tied to employment, reflecting on power dynamics related to economic security. The conversation also touches on storytelling, perception, and the impact of social media on understanding the world.
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