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Social Media and Politics

Michael Bossetta
Social Media
2024 US Election
Political Campaigns
Racism
Influencers
Digital Media Metaphors
Political Theory
Microaggressions
Media Systems
Content Creation
Political Campaign Strategies
Social Media Marketing
Social Media Regulation
Toxic
Trolls
Sociology
Media Studies
Collective Action
Democracy
Data-Driven Campaigning

Social Media and Politics is a podcast bringing you innovative, first-hand insights into how social media is changing the political game. Subscribe for interviews and analysis with politicians, academics, and leading digital strategists to get their take on how social media influences the ways we engage with politics and democracy. Social Media and Politics is hosted by Michael Bossetta, political... more

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Thomas Hughes, CEO of Appeals Centre Europe, explains out-of-court dispute settlement bodies (ODS bodies) and the role they play in the Digital Services Act. 

We discuss Appeals Centre Europe's first Transparency Report*, which provides an initial g... more

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Jakub Szymik, Founder of CEE Digital Democracy Watch, discusses the EU's ongoing initiatives to fight disinformation, regulate political advertising, and protect election integrity on social media. Jakub shares his insights on the Digital Services Ac... more

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Dan Brahmy, Co-Founder and CEO at Cyabra, discusses the cutting-edge in disinformation monitoring. Dan shares some of Cyabra's work around the new pope, the tariff war, and narratives following the Trump assassination attempt. We discuss how monitori... more

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Dr. Neta Kligler-Vilenchik and Dr. Ioana Literat share research from their new book Not Your Parent's Politics: Understanding Young People's Political Expression on Social Media.

We discuss how young people use social media such as TikTok, Instagram... more

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Recent Guests

Thomas Hughes
CEO of Appeals Centre Europe
Appeals Centre Europe
Episode: Content Moderation with Out-of-Court Dispute Settlement Bodies, with Thomas Hughes
Jakub Szymik
Founder of a nonprofit organization called CEE Digital Democracy Watch
Episode: How the EU is Shielding Elections from Disinformation, Manipulation, and AI, with Jakub Szymik
Dan Brahmy
Co-founder and CEO at Cyabra, a company focused on disinformation tracking and monitoring
Cyabra
Episode: Detecting Disinformation, Fake Accounts, and Inauthentic Behavior on Social Media, with Dan Brahmy
Jill Burkes
Communications Lead at Cyabra
Cyabra
Episode: Detecting Disinformation, Fake Accounts, and Inauthentic Behavior on Social Media, with Dan Brahmy
Neil Brown
President of the Poynter Institute for Media Studies
Poynter Institute for Media Studies
Episode: Journalism, Digital Fragmentation, and Fact-checking, with Neil Brown
Dr. Michael D. Cohen
Founder and CEO of Cohen Research Group and author of Modern Political Campaigns
Cohen Research Group
Episode: AI and Political Campaigns, with Dr. Michael D. Cohen
Doug Kaplan
President of Kaplan Strategies, a polling and communications firm
Kaplan Strategies
Episode: Political Polling in a Partisan United States, with Doug Kaplan
Dr. Johan Farkas
Assistant Professor in Media Studies at Copenhagen University
Copenhagen University
Episode: Digital Media Metaphors and Social Media Buzzwords, with Dr. Johan Farkas and Dr. Marcus Maloney
Dr. Marcus Maloney
Assistant Professor of Sociology at Coventry University
Coventry University
Episode: Digital Media Metaphors and Social Media Buzzwords, with Dr. Johan Farkas and Dr. Marcus Maloney

Host

Michael Bossetta
Host and political scientist passionate about exploring how social media impacts politics and democracy.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 98 ratings
  • Excellent and Academic

    Refreshing and polished conversations on important geopolitical topics

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nina P. Santamaria
    United States4 months ago
  • Great podcast

    One of the best podcast covering technology in political campaigning. Very substantive with great guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    prospect12
    Canada4 years ago
  • AMDG

    Got an intesting thing going on .. more of a listener ... RESPECT 01amdg

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HilsenFraDAnmarco
    Denmark5 years ago
  • 5 stars for a 5 stars podcast

    This is the podcast you need to listen to and drop everything else if you are studying media and communication research or political sciences or simply interested in how social media is changing the political landscape. The show interviews media researchers, political scientists and social media practitioners providing a unique insight into the science of social media and politics, no hyperbole, no sensationalism. If you are a student and looking for inspiration, i recommend listening to EP 58. ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    slanskoviski
    Switzerland7 years ago
  • Insightful and entertaining

    I highly recommond this podcast as it is a great opportunity to gain insight into social media and the effect these platforms have on politics all over the world. And as a bonus the host and podcast itself is quite entertaining. Even if politics isn't your thing I suggest you check it out!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KBruell
    Denmark8 years ago

Listeners Say

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The insights from experts in political communication and digital strategy are frequently highlighted as a major draw for audiences.
Many find the discussions relevant to current political climates, emphasizing the vital role of social media.
Listeners appreciate the authoritative and well-researched content that combines entertainment with education.
Overall, feedback indicates a strong recommendation for those interested in understanding the nexus between social media and politics.
The podcast is praised for its engaging host and the straightforward manner in which complex concepts are explained.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#131
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#232
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#55
Finland/Government
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#71
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#71
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#95
Belgium/Government

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How the EU is Shielding Elections from Disinformation, Manipulation, and AI, with Jakub Szymik
Q: What does the rapid response system that was led by European Commission actually look like?
It enables NGOs to connect with platforms and flag potentially illegal content during elections in coordination with a comprehensive system.
How the EU is Shielding Elections from Disinformation, Manipulation, and AI, with Jakub Szymik
Q: Could you outline for us what the Democratic Shield is aimed to do and how it fits within the existing DSA?
The European Democracy Shield aims to safeguard election integrity across Europe and protect EU from foreign interference, complementing the DSA framework.
Detecting Disinformation, Fake Accounts, and Inauthentic Behavior on Social Media, with Dan Brahmy
Q: What should we read from the low authentic engagements with inauthentic content?
Low engagement from fake accounts indicates they may not rely on likes and shares but rather aim to create skepticism and intrigue to spark a response.
Detecting Disinformation, Fake Accounts, and Inauthentic Behavior on Social Media, with Dan Brahmy
Q: How do you decide what to focus on when monitoring the overall public social media landscape?
Cyabra looks for stories that can have a significant impact, often based on current events or trends that emerge rapidly on social media.
Detecting Disinformation, Fake Accounts, and Inauthentic Behavior on Social Media, with Dan Brahmy
Q: What type of narratives were these fake accounts pushing during the papal conclave?
Fake accounts promoted wild narratives, such as accusations of involvement in a former pope's death, using emotional and provocative language.

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A unique exploration into the dynamic relationship between social media and political processes, this podcast features in-depth interviews and analyses from politicians, academics, and digital strategists. Discussions are centered around the evolving role of social media in shaping political engagement and democratic practices, providing listeners with innovative insights into contemporary issues such as disinformation, the influence of AI in political campaigning, and the challenges faced by journalism in the digital age. With a focus on evidence-based discourse, it stands out for its scholarly approach to understanding the complexities of social media's impact on politics and society.

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Recent guests on Social Media and Politics include:

1. Thomas Hughes
2. Jakub Szymik
3. Dan Brahmy
4. Jill Burkes
5. Neil Brown
6. Dr. Michael D. Cohen
7. Doug Kaplan
8. Dr. Johan Farkas

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