Marco Bastos

Marco Bastos, a Brazilian scholar with a decade of expertise in Brexit studies, dives into the intricate world of social media manipulation tied to the referendum. He dissects 45 million tweets, revealing how social media magnified political polarization and misinformation. The discussion highlights the role of automated accounts and tweet deletions in shaping public discourse and accountability. Bastos also explores the transformation of social media from interaction hubs to consumption-driven platforms, impacting political narratives and user engagement.