Offline with Jon Favreau Are Algorithms Making You Boring?
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Jan 28, 2024 
Author Kyle Chayka joins Jon Favreau to discuss how algorithms in online feeds push us into the mainstream, affecting what we consume and the quality of what gets made. They also explore the introverts economy, the return to popular content on streaming platforms, the impact of algorithmic feeds on the physical world and globalization, resetting our relationship with social media, and the effects of algorithms on boredom and dissatisfaction.
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Filter World Defined
- Kyle Chayka describes the "filter world" as an online ecosystem dominated by algorithmic feeds.
- These feeds, from YouTube to email, shape our online experiences.
Homogenous Coffee Shops
- Chayka noticed algorithms' offline impact while traveling and using Yelp, Google Maps, and Instagram.
- He found homogenous coffee shops, indicating internet-driven spaces rather than local ones.
Lean-Back Consumption
- Streaming services categorize "lean-in" and "lean-back" moments, the latter encouraging passive consumption.
- Algorithmic feeds prioritize "lean-back" content, keeping users engaged for advertising.