Algorithms Decide More Than You Think
S03:E03

Algorithms Decide More Than You Think

Leeds, UK
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Episode description

How Algorithms Quietly Shape Your Online Experience: Insights from “Quietly Secure” In the latest episode of “Quietly Secure,” the host takes listeners on a deep dive into the invisible yet powerful world of internet algorithms. These automated systems are the silent curators of our digital lives, determining what we see, read, watch, and even buy online. While algorithms make the overwhelming volume of online content manageable, they also subtly influence our attention, emotions, and behaviors—often without us realizing it.

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0:00Season 3 - Episode 3 - Algorithms Decide More Than You Think
1:28The Invisible Curators
2:34What Algorithms Optimise For
3:44Personalisation at Scale
4:51The Subtle Nature of Influence
5:50Why This Matters
7:04Closing Reflection
7:55Teaser for Episode 4