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EPISODE · Oct 7, 2020 · 28 MIN

Why You Should Stick With Facebook in 2020

from The Really Useful Podcast · host Christian Cawley, Megan Ellis

It has been one of the most unusual years in recorded history. But linking us together during lockdowns, social distancing, travel restrictions, and more, has been Facebook. Groups supporting mental health, messenger rooms for vital social and family contact, and even the ability to watch videos together with "watch parties" have all been embraced.Facebook is far from perfect. But it continues to offer these methods of group contact to help you stay in touch during the lonely, frustrating times.Facebook helps mental healthFacebook brings group discussions to the news feedMisinformation networks removed by FacebookWatch together on FacebookHow to use Facebook Messenger roomsSet up a Facebook Watch PartyThis week's show is brought to you by Christian Cawley and Megan Ellis. You can contact them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @Megg_Ellis with your suggestions for future topics.Look out for our other shows - subscribe to The Really Useful Podcast on iTunes and YouTube (be sure to hit the bell icon to be notified of new episodes) for more tips.

Lockdowns, social distancing, and a need for communication - we look at how Facebook is the hub of global communication in 2020.

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