The Child is Gone Podcast Series

The Child is Gone: The Rise of Social Media: Power, Platforms, and Society

9 min · 25. juli 2025
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In her discussion of the rise of social media, Linda O'Jean Shrimpton examines its profound impact on contemporary society, exploring how digital platforms have transformed communication, culture, and human interaction. Central to this conversation is Mark Zuckerberg, the Harvard student who co-founded the social networking platform that would become one of the most influential and widely used media networks in the world. Shrimpton reflects on the rapid expansion of social media during the late 2000s and beyond, analyzing both its opportunities and its consequences for individuals, communities, and public discourse.

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