Technology has reshaped culture in surprising ways this year from Hollywood to social media. Tech journalist Elise Hu, host of TED Talks Daily, and Taylor Lorenz, author of Extremely Online, help us unpack the year’s most significant tech developments. We get into whether the AI hype is worth it, ponder the future of platforms that shape our lives, and discuss Elon Musk’s impact on online communication. Plus, why social media feels less fun than it used to. 

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