The Polarizing Effect of Social Media Algorithms

In this episode, I discuss the polarity which is a side effect of how social media algorithms work and its effect on interactions between people who hold opposing views.  I argue that this polarity makes it difficult to have any sort of meaningful discussions on most social media platforms.

Reading resources from my blog:

1. The filter bubble and propagation of problematic ideals
2. The filter bubble and conspiracy theories
3. The filter bubble and cancel culture
4. The filter bubble and human nature
5. The filter bubble and mental health issues 

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