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Explore the complex relationship between social media and political engagement in this 34-minute podcast episode featuring researcher Katherine Cross, author of "Log Off: Why Posting and Politics (Almost) Never Mix." Discover why Cross argues that social media platforms are fundamentally "anti-political" and examine how virtual engagement often fails to achieve meaningful political change. Learn about the inherent limitations of short-form content when addressing complex geopolitical issues and understand the research behind online harassment patterns. Delve into discussions about how our lives might improve without social media dependency and examine potential platform guardrails that could help users engage more critically with content while slowing the spread of viral misinformation. Gain insights into the distinction between performative online activism and effective real-world political action, while exploring practical approaches to responsible social media engagement that prioritize genuine impact over digital visibility.
