Episode 187 - Social media platforms - where's the party at?
Feb 19, 2024
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Exploring various social media platforms and habits, the panelists share their experiences with TikTok, Instagram, Twitter, and Reddit. They discuss the impact of social media on attention span and the shift towards long-form content sharing. Navigating work-driven social media, they talk about using platforms for professional networking and the challenges of algorithm-driven content discovery. The future landscape of social media is explored, emphasizing minimal engagement and real-life interactions. Artistic and nostalgic entertainment recommendations are shared, along with AI advancements and gender representation in Formula E.
Strategies for managing social media use include setting timers, deleting apps, and taking breaks from devices.
Users' platform preferences are shifting from traditional platforms like Twitter to newer ones like TikTok and Instagram.
Social media impacts personal relationships by influencing how individuals maintain connections, set boundaries, and manage expectations.
Deep dives
Reducing Social Media Consumption
Many people are finding ways to reduce their social media consumption, such as setting timers, deleting apps, or ditching their phones completely.
Different Approaches to Social Media Habits
The podcast discusses various approaches to managing social media habits and how different individuals prioritize their time and interactions on these platforms.
The Shifting Landscape of Social Media Platforms
The conversation explores the evolving landscape of social media platforms and how users' preferences and engagement have changed over time, from traditional platforms like Twitter to newer ones like TikTok and Instagram.
The Challenges of Maintaining Authenticity on Social Media
The speakers discuss the pressure to curate and present a perfect image on social media, as well as the challenge of staying authentic in a social media-driven world.
The Impact of Social Media on Relationships
The podcast delves into how social media affects personal relationships and friendships, including the role of social media in maintaining connections, setting boundaries, and navigating expectations.
Social media continues to impact us in some way or another. In this episode, we discuss what platforms we use and what value we get from them. We share our thoughts on what the future of social media might look like.
Panelists:
Ryan Burgess - @burgessdryan
Jem Young - @JemYoung
Augustus Yuan - @augburto
Shirley Wu - @sxywu
Episode transcript: https://www.frontendhappyhour.com/episodes/social-media-platforms-wheres-the-party-at
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