Aarushi Kalra

Aarushi Kalra, a PhD candidate in Economics at Brown University, sheds light on the intricate relationship between social media algorithms and digital polarization. She discusses her research on online behavior, specifically how recommendation systems can amplify toxic speech against minorities. Kalra explores user engagement with harmful content, the demand for toxicity, and the challenges of platform regulation. She highlights the complexities of defining toxicity and emphasizes the proactive nature of users in shaping media narratives.