Algorithm Anxiety: Understanding Digital Manipulation

The Hidden Influence of Social Media Algorithms | Gray Matters Podcast In this episode of Grey Matters, Steve Dotto dives into the unsettling influence of social media algorithms on our opinions and behaviors. Reflecting on how sources of information have evolved from our youth to the rise of platforms like YouTube and Facebook, Steve examines the transition from intentional content consumption to algorithm-driven feeds. He highlights the potential manipulative power of these algorithms and emphasizes the importance of awareness and intent in our digital interactions. Join the conversation and share your thoughts on the impact of social media algorithms. 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview 00:24 The Influence of Algorithms 01:23 Reflecting on the Past 02:35 The Rise of Social Platforms 03:45 Intent vs. Algorithm-Driven Content 05:35 The Role of Ground News 06:22 Concerns About Social Media 09:10 Seeking Solutions 10:45 Conclusion and Call to Action ---------- Sponsored by: http://dott.to/groundnews http://dott.to/magai 💻Join us for our live events every week: https://dottotech.com/event-registrat... 🥰Support Dotto Tech on Patreon: / dottotech 👩🏻‍🎤Learn more from Viveka at https://www.beyondthedreamboard.com/blog Beyond the Dreamboard Articles by Post Executive Coach — Beyond the Dreamboard I will guide you through the process of identifying what that purpose is and how to pivot your life around it. We won’t just focus on business strategy. 📘Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DottoTech/ 📸Instagram: https://instagram.com/dottotech/