In this episode, we dive into the meteoric rise of TikTok—from a quirky lip-sync app to a global cultural force—and the national security concerns that led to its dramatic U.S. ban. We break down the key moments, from ByteDance’s acquisition of Musical.ly to government crackdowns, lawsuits, and the final Supreme Court ruling that sealed TikTok’s fate.

What does this mean for digital free speech, online creativity, and the future of social media? And could this be the beginning of a new era of decentralized platforms? Tune in as we explore TikTok’s legacy and what comes next.