The speaker reflects on the balance between free expression and algorithm-driven content on platforms like TikTok and Instagram. While acknowledging the importance of allowing individuals to explore different political views, there is concern about algorithms reinforcing specific ideologies and inducing fear and anxiety. The speaker questions whether this phenomenon should be solely attributed to TikTok, pointing out that even Instagram is adapting to serve personalized video content.
President Joe Biden signed into law a bill that would ban the app unless it’s sold to an American company. Vox’s Christian Paz explains.
This episode was produced by Avishay Artsy and Amanda Lewellyn, edited by Matt Collette, fact-checked by Laura Bullard, engineered by David Herman, and hosted by Sean Rameswaram.
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