The Great Social (Media) Experiment Pt. 4 — Bought Bots, Troll Farms, and the 1%
How social media manipulation influences global society.
Episode Description
In the final installment of
The Great Social (Media) Experiment, Josh Brandon uncovers the hidden forces driving manipulation on social media, from bots and troll farms to the agendas of the ultra-wealthy. By exploring how these entities influence public opinion and sow division, Josh reveals the systemic problems at the heart of our digital platforms.
This episode challenges listeners to critically evaluate the sources of information they encounter online and consider how to navigate a world increasingly shaped by digital deception.
Series Overview:
Social media promised connection, but it often delivers manipulation, trauma, and societal division. In The Great Social (Media) Experiment, Josh Brandon uncovers how platforms exploit human psychology, amplify misinformation, and shape behavior, revealing the hidden costs of living in a digitally connected world. This four-part series is a critical exploration of the forces shaping our online lives.
🎙️ Keywords: Social media manipulation, bots, troll farms, digital deception, public opinion, societal impact, global influence
🎯 Hashtags: #OverthinkingEverything #SocialMediaExperiment #DigitalDeception #JoshBrandon #CriticalThinking #GlobalImpact
📚 Category Tags: Technology, Society, Digital Media, Global Issues
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🎙️ About the Channel:
Hi! I’m Josh Brandon, a voice actor, performer, writer, and the host of Overthinking Everything. On this channel, I take you on a journey of critical thinking, diving deep into the origins of ideas, societal dynamics, and personal transformation. My show explores everything from history, philosophy, and psychology to religion, current events, and even conspiracy theories—always with a dash of wit and snark to keep it entertaining.
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In Season 1 of Overthinking Everything, I examine how societal structures lead to cultism, unraveling topics like politics, religion, social change, and toxic cultural norms. My personal journey through and out of Toxic White Southern Culture informs this series, making it both an exercise in critical thinking and a call to action for change.
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