Joseph Kahne is an education psychologist, and currently a Professor in the School of Education at the University of California Riverside. His research has focused on political engagement and participation amongst young people, and he’s now particularly interested in how social media is influencing youth political activity.

This podcast focuses on Joseph Kahne's 2018 research paper, written alongside political scientist Benjamin Bowyer: 'The Political Significance of Social Media Activity and Social Networks'. The paper explores the findings from a large survey conducted amongst young people in the United States, looking at their social media use and their political engagement.

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