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TikTok Loves Hamas, Pumpkin Spice Misogyny | Pirate Wires Podcast #21 🏴‍☠️

Nov 3, 2023
Mike Solana and the Pirate Wires crew discuss the one-sidedness of TikTok on Israel-Palestine, the 'violent history' of pumpkin spice latte, viral Halloween candy incident, anchor babies, and Australia's response to COVID.
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  • TikTok's bias towards supporting Palestine sparks debate about the influence of bot farms and the global nature of the platform.
  • The popularity of pumpkin spice exemplifies consumers' desire to indulge in the aroma and taste of fall.

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The Rise of TikTok Bias

TikTok has become a platform where there is a perceived bias towards supporting Palestine or being critical of Israel. The overwhelming majority of TikToks show support for Palestine. Some argue that this bias is due to bot farms and the desire for attention online. However, it's important to consider the demographics of TikTok, which include users from all over the world. English-speaking users alone represent a significant portion. The conversation on TikTok is a global one, and the consensus opinions may not necessarily align with American perspectives.

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