Chapter
The Impact of Social Media in Modern Society is Reaching a Tipping Point
17:11 - 21:46 (04:35)
The increasing awareness of the negative effects of social media has prompted significant changes in both government regulations and the actions of tech companies. The speaker also suggests that to combat these negative impacts personally, we should put our phones away and take the time to connect with those around us.
Clips
The growing voices calling for the breakup of Facebook, and the number of whistleblowers joining the fight against unethical practices and the rise of governments working on regulations, shows an increasing pace of changing views on social media.
17:11 - 20:44 (03:33)
Summary
The growing voices calling for the breakup of Facebook, and the number of whistleblowers joining the fight against unethical practices and the rise of governments working on regulations, shows an increasing pace of changing views on social media. Additionally, people are advised to put away their gadgets or turn them off, making the people they love feel more loved instead of excluded.
ChapterThe Impact of Social Media in Modern Society is Reaching a Tipping Point
EpisodeThe Asymmetry of Power with Tristan Harris
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
Tristan Harris emphasizes that technology cannot solve human problems and that we need to start interacting with one another in a more human way to truly solve societal issues.
20:44 - 21:46 (01:02)
Summary
Tristan Harris emphasizes that technology cannot solve human problems and that we need to start interacting with one another in a more human way to truly solve societal issues.