

Do social media 'friend recommendations' truly expand our friend circles?
Oct 11, 2023
Technology expert Li Yi and co-host Heyang discuss the effects of social media 'friend recommendations' on expanding our social circles, including privacy concerns and lack of user choice. They also explore the influence of friend recommendations on user engagement and the potential benefits of connecting with like-minded individuals. The podcast touches on quirky profile pictures as a form of silent protest and explores how profile photos have evolved in communication platforms, particularly in China.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Friend Recommendations in Social Media Platforms
02:33 • 15min
The Role of Regulators in Protecting Users and the Impact of Quirky Profile Pictures
17:42 • 4min
The Evolution of Profile Photos: From Communication to Silent Protest
21:35 • 4min
Communication Platforms and Profile Pictures: A Cultural Difference
25:08 • 3min