Communications, Media, and Journalism
With so much research available on the existence of filter bubbles, it can be exhausting trying to sort through the arguments. But the current literature does suggest that they do exist. A central article on this topic gives a critical analysis of available literature on filter bubbles and evaluates their existence. Spohr initially set out… Continue reading Should We Worry About Filter Bubbles?
A significant worry some people have about filter bubbles is whether they can affect the way people vote. The most concern comes during election periods and other major events that contribute to democracy. One such event was the Brexit vote in the UK. During the build-up to the referendum, there was heavy campaigning from both… Continue reading Bubbles and Brexit
In recent years, the media has caused a lot of hype about filter bubbles and how damaging they are. Because of this, more people are questioning if they exist. Some of the evidence suggests yes they do, but some believe filter bubbles are not as prevalent as they are made out to be. One of… Continue reading Bad Bubble Dream
Have you ever noticed your Facebook suggesting posts or groups associated with something that you’ve recently interacted with? Maybe you’ve been presented with lots of memes about the Game of Thrones finale after liking the official page. Or you’re being suggested pages related to a brand of product that you liked pictures of. Or, if… Continue reading Filter Bubbles 101
Unless you’ve avoided all forms of social media over the last two years, you’ve probably heard of the United Kingdom’s decision to leave the European Union – aptly dubbed ‘Brexit’. The political climate of the UK has been highly publicised since the referendum was announced, and many politicians including Prime Minister David Cameron have stepped… Continue reading BreLeave in Brexit?
Something that I’ve often thought about is the way that we use different media whilst travelling. As someone who takes a lot of photos and videos just in everyday life, going on holiday increases this tenfold because I want to capture everything around me so I can revisit the moment vividly even after I get… Continue reading But First… Let Me Take a Selfie
