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169: Euro 2024 Memes, Social Media vs. Free Will, Inside Out 2 & Pixar’s History

Jun 19, 2024
01:06:27
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The podcast delves into Euro 2024 memes, the influence of social media algorithms on free will, the addictive nature of apps like Duolingo, and Pixar's history in the film industry. The hosts discuss the excitement surrounding the upcoming Euro tournament, the challenges of maintaining individual agency in the digital age, and the innovative environment at Pixar that has shaped popular culture.
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  • Social media operates like processed foods, exploiting human instincts and emotions.
  • Technology harnesses human drives for engagement, altering consumer behaviors.

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Impact of Social Media Addiction on Behavior

The discussion delves into the addictive nature of social media, likening its effects to behaviors engendered by processed foods. The comparison highlights the persuasive allure of attention-grabbing content designed to exploit human instincts and emotions, perpetuating echo chambers and diminishing social interactions. Suggestions for conscious individual choices, reflective assessments post-engagement, and potential policy interventions like warning labels are presented as methods for navigating and addressing social media addiction.

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