6 Minute English Is social media dead?
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Jan 8, 2026 Dive into a lively discussion about the evolving landscape of social media. With the rise of AI-generated content, users feel a disconnect from their feeds. Hear about the shift from the fun, friendly atmosphere of platforms to a more cluttered experience. Predictions suggest users may start to prefer personal creator voices over mass AI content. The conversation also explores the historical evolution of communication from the telegraph to today, hinting at a return to smaller, meaningful online communities.
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Rapid Transformation Of The Internet
- Social media transformed the internet in less than a generation, shifting how people communicate and share culture.
- Neil and Pippa highlight the rapid rise from MySpace to modern platforms and their cultural impact.
Half Dog, Half Jesus Image Example
- A bizarre AI-generated image described as "half Jesus, half dog" illustrates how AI content appears on feeds.
- The hosts use this example to show how AI can produce uncanny, viral posts that feel disconnected from real people.
Social Media Activity Has Peaked
- Social media activity peaked in 2022 and has been declining since, according to a recent report mentioned on the show.
- The hosts link this decline to AI-driven content and users' changing preferences.