The Impact of Algorithms
Ryan and Tim discuss how algorithms on platforms like YouTube and Twitter incentivize low rung thinking and sensationalism, rather than rewarding truth and thoughtful content creation. They explore the consequences of this on society and the erosion of liberalism.In this clip
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