Theology Applied THE LIVESTREAM - Israel Buys Tik Tok | Social Media Crackdown
Oct 1, 2025
The hosts dive into the contentious issue of Israel's ownership of TikTok, suggesting it may influence public discourse by suppressing criticism. They explore modern warfare through information control, highlighting how social media platforms become strategic assets. The discussion includes tactics like paying influencers and sponsored trips to shift narratives. They also predict efforts to influence young conservatives leading up to the 2028 elections, raising ethical concerns around transparency and bias in digital influence.
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TikTok Ownership and Political Influence
- Joel and Wesley argue that U.S. buyers with Zionist sympathies now hold majority control of TikTok and will shape moderation.
- They warn this shift can suppress criticism of Israel and reshape youth narratives on the platform.
Information As The New Battlefield
- Wesley frames modern conflict as fifth-generation warfare driven by information control and platform ownership.
- He links congressional action to force TikTok onshore and notes Oracle-led U.S. ownership as a pivotal change.
Who’s Buying TikTok Matters
- Hosts list major U.S. investors (Oracle, Ellison, Silver Lake, a16z) likely to influence TikTok's moderation and direction.
- They connect those investors' pro-Israel ties to concerns about content suppression and agenda shaping.
