Impact of Technology on Democracy

The podcast discusses how the evolution of technology, particularly social media, has impacted the trajectory of democracies globally. It highlights a shift towards extreme and uncompromising views propagated by algorithms, leading to polarization and difficulties in traditional democratic practices like compromise. This shift is observed in conjunction with the rise of technology, particularly social media platforms. The conversation emphasizes the challenges faced by democracies in fostering healthy political discourse and the role of technology in shaping democratic interactions.