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The Social Media Addiction-Machine, with Richard Seymour and Jamie Bartlett

Intelligence Squared

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The Intersection of Technology and Human Behavior

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between technology and human psychology, examining how machines can provoke deep emotional responses. Through historical experiments and critiques of social media, the discussion highlights the addictive nature of technology and its role in political polarization and cultural divides. It also addresses the darker aspects of online behavior, including self-destructive tendencies and the emergence of cultural balkanization.

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