We all know social media makes us feel bad sometimes…but is something more problematic happening on these platforms? 🌪

In this episode, Vickie Curtis, writer of The Social Dilemma, joins Amelia to talk about how social media algorithms cloud the truth and misdirect our attention, with devastating effects for our global communities.

Together, they discuss— 

• What the attention economy is and how it impacts our lives 🧠
• Why Vickie wrote The Social Dilemma & how it changed her social media habits 👩‍💻
• How algorithms & advertising impact our decision-making and global politics 🌪
• PLUS Vickie’s recommendations and resources 

This episode is a must-listen for anyone thinking about the bigger picture consequences of our social media use. Tune in for a whole lot of smarts & some gentle social critique. And don’t forget to download the Leaving Social Media Toolkit to start doing business differently!

Links & resources—

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