Nerds Inc.
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The Algorithm Problem
39 minutes Posted May 14, 2024 at 1:00 pm.
Introduction and Overview
What Algorithms Analyze
The Argument Against Algorithms
The Future of Algorithms and Marketing
Final Thoughts and Movie Tournament Update
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Summary
In this episode of the Nerds Inc podcast, Skyler and Gary discuss the algorithm problem in streaming platforms. They explore how algorithms analyze user data and curate content based on individual preferences. They discuss the impact of algorithms on artists and the diversity of stories being told. While algorithms benefit consumers by providing personalized recommendations, they can also limit the exposure of certain content. Skyler and Gary highlight the importance of word-of-mouth recommendations and the potential dangers of algorithms becoming too personalized.
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References
https://movieweb.com/streaming-algorithms-hurting-viewers/#:~:text=Streaming%20services%20use%20algorithms%20to,types%20of%20shows%20and%20movies.
https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/how-recommendation-algorithms-work-and-why-they-may-miss-the-mark/
https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-56085924