The Internet is Worse Than Ever – Now What?

Why it was recommended

I view social media through this lens now.

Strong recommendationjohnsmith1840 · Original2025-11

What it covers

A Kurzgesagt video arguing that social media's problem is information flooding and tribal polarization. It suggests a return to smaller online communities and more in-person. It is for a general viewer who does not plan to take a prerequisite first.

Video details

Channel

Kurzgesagt – In a Nutshell

Length

11 min 32 sec

Year

2023

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