How is social media changing democracy? In this episode of Chatter, I sit down with Jamie Bartlett, journalist, author of The People vs Tech, The Missing Crypto Queen, and creator of the podcast of the same name. We discuss the dangers of big tech, the rise of misinformation, algorithmic control, and the future of politics in the digital age.
We explore the impact of targeted ads on elections, how social media radicalizes users, and why governments are failing to regulate big tech. Jamie shares insights from his investigations into Cambridge Analytica, Elon Musk’s takeover of X (Twitter), and how alternative media is reshaping public opinion.
Topics covered:
– The hidden dangers of targeted ads in elections 
– Did Cambridge Analytica change democracy forever?
– Why social media drives people to extremes
– The rise of misinformation and how to spot it 
– How algorithms control what you see online
– Is Elon Musk’s Twitter boosting the right?
– Why governments have lost control over tech giants
What do you think? Is social media destroying democracy, or is it giving power back to the people? Drop your thoughts in the comments!
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Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction & Jamie Bartlett’s Work
02:00 – How Targeted Advertising Changed Politics
06:00 – Social Media, Free Speech & Censorship
12:00 – The Power of Video & Narrative Control
18:00 – The Rise of Political Radicalization Online
26:00 – Mainstream vs. Alternative Media & Misinformation
35:00 – How Social Media Algorithms Shape Public Opinion
45:00 – Can Governments Regulate Big Tech?
55:00 – Final Thoughts & The Future of Digital Democracy
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