

The internet, explained by Taylor Lorenz
11 snips Oct 5, 2023
Taylor Lorenz, journalist and author of 'Extremely Online', talks to Peter Kafka about the relationship between creators and platforms, Mr. Beast's reliance on algorithms, and the issue with 'don't feed the trolls'. They also discuss Vine's failure, Twitter's approach to news, the potential disappearance of TikTok, and the appeal of Snapchat among teenagers.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Exploring the Lack of Recognition for Online Content Creators
02:18 • 2min
Vine's Failure and Content Creator Resentment
04:12 • 10min
Twitter's Approach to News and Engagement Posts
14:27 • 3min
The Potential Disappearance of TikTok
17:31 • 14min
Working for Mark Andreson and the Appeal of Snapchat as a Messaging App for Teenagers
31:39 • 2min
Young People's Preference for Private and Fun Communication Platforms
33:49 • 2min