New Yorker's Kyle Chayka on Algorithmic Culture, Artisinal Content & Gatekeeping
Speaks Volumes with Derrick Gee
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Exploring the Impact of Algorithms on Culture
The chapter features a discussion between the podcast host and a special guest who recently released a book called Filter World, delving into how algorithms have influenced cultural consumption. They reflect on the personal experiences and frustrations faced as creators in an algorithm-driven society, touching on topics like filter bubbles, loss of personal curation, and the shift in cultural distribution from human gatekeepers to algorithmic feeds. The conversation explores the implications of constant surveillance and algorithmic recommendations on consumer satisfaction and happiness in the modern era.
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