17min chapter

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Algorithms and Oligopolies with Thomas Germain

Better Offline

CHAPTER

The Bizarre Marketplace of Internet Culture

This chapter examines the oddities of online marketplaces and the bizarre listings that reflect the peculiar behaviors of internet users. It critiques how algorithms shape content visibility, favoring mainstream creators over unique voices, and laments the loss of genuine connections in the digital landscape. The discussion encourages supporting lesser-known creators and reflects on the nostalgia for a rich and diverse internet culture amidst the dominance of major platforms.

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