Social Media Algorithms
Topic
Social media algorithms, often referred to as algorithmic curation, are automated systems and recommender technologies used by platforms to select, organize, and prioritize content for individual users. By analyzing user behavior, preferences, and interactions, these algorithms determine what posts, videos, or advertisements appear in a user's feed. This personalized filtering plays a critical role in user engagement, information dissemination, and the shaping of online public discourse.
4 episodes featuring Social Media Algorithms
The Joe Rogan Experience
Perplexity CEO warns digital data is more fragile than ancient stone
As AI rapidly automates cognitive work, understanding the fragility of our digital archive and the enduring power of human curiosity is vital for navigating the next technological era.
Jul 1, 2026 · 2h 35m
All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg
Nate Silver forecasts Democratic House takeover and shifts in 2028 landscape
Understanding the intersection of demographic voting patterns, prediction markets, and algorithmic social media is essential for anticipating the outcomes of the 2026 midterms and the 2028 presidential race.
Jun 29, 2026 · 1h 1m
Huberman Lab Essentials
Movement expert Ido Portal explains how physical friction rewires the mind
Rethinking our relationship with movement and physical discomfort can dramatically improve our cognitive resilience and break us out of rigid mental habits.
Jun 29, 2026 · 2h 60m
Modern Wisdom
Ezra Klein analyzes how the attention economy distorts American politics
As digital platforms reshape how citizens process information, understanding the intersection of media incentives and political polarization is vital for preserving democratic governance.
Jun 22, 2026 · 2h 9m