The Brian Lehrer Show

TikTok Prepares for U.S. Ban

Jan 17, 2025
Guest
Sylvia Varnham O'Regan
Guest
Emily Bazelon
Sylvia Varnham O'Regan is a tech reporter for The Information, specializing in social media dynamics. Emily Bazelon, a NY Times Magazine writer and Yale law fellow, provides insight into legal aspects around TikTok. They discuss the Supreme Court's ban and what it means for users and creators. The conversation dives into First Amendment rights versus national security concerns. They also explore emotional impacts on TikTok's community, data privacy issues, and the broader implications for social media regulation.
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1
Intro
00:00 • 6min
2
The TikTok Tangle: Legal and Emotional Implications
05:32 • 9min
3
Navigating Data Privacy and Social Media Dynamics
14:31 • 4min
4
Navigating the TikTok Controversy: National Security vs. Popularity
18:17 • 6min
5
Exploring the Implications of TikTok's Potential Ban
24:20 • 5min