Kyle Chayka, a staff writer at The New Yorker and author of 'Filterworld: How Algorithms Flattened Culture,' dives into the blandness of contemporary aesthetics. He critiques the cultural uniformity rampant in coffee shops and social media, illustrating how global algorithms promote the 'least offensive' choices. Chayka discusses the tension between bland experiences and our chaotic reality, highlighting the rise of comforting background music as a refuge. Join him as he explores the impact of algorithms on creativity and genuine engagement in art.