Channels with Peter Kafka
The internet, explained by Taylor Lorenz
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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- Taylor Lorenz's book 'Extremely Online' provides a history of social media from the perspective of influencers and creators, highlighting the often contentious relationship between creators and platforms.
- The downfall of Vine can be attributed to mismanagement, conflicts, and a lack of support for content creators, leading them to seek opportunities on other platforms like YouTube.
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