Why does social media feel more hostile, divided, and polarised than ever?

In this episode of The Hodcast, hosted by Sam La Roche, Charles Arthur explores how social media platforms shape behaviour and why division is not an accident, but a by product of how these systems are designed.

Charles Arthur is an experienced journalist and author, best known for his work covering technology and its impact on society. As the former technology editor at The Guardian and the author of Social Warming, he brings a rare combination of technical understanding and social insight.

We discuss

• How social media platforms reward outrage and conflict

• Why nuance struggles to survive online

• The psychological effects of algorithm driven content

• What Social Warming reveals about our digital habits

• How awareness can reduce the pull of tribal thinking

This is a calm, thoughtful conversation for anyone who wants to better understand the forces shaping online behaviour and public debate.

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