166. The curious case of Esma Memtimin’s disappearing TikTok videos

Esma Memtimin, a TikTok content creator and Uyghur advocate, discusses her videos being taken down for alleged rule violations, shedding light on the platform's censorship. She shares her personal journey from feeling isolated in Germany to finding a supportive online community. The conversation delves into the influence of social media algorithms on young people, the stark content disparities between TikTok and Instagram, and the broader implications of censorship shaped by geopolitical tensions. Esma's insights reveal the challenges of raising awareness amid digital suppression.