The Gatekeepers

BBC

Jamie Bartlett traces the story of how and why social media companies have become the new information gatekeepers, and what the decisions they make mean for all of us. Read more

Society & Culture Technology

Episodes

Introducing The Gatekeepers

01/29/2024 00:03:071. We Are as Gods

02/05/2024 00:29:23 2. Blitzscaling

02/12/2024 00:29:033. Are You Not Engaged?

02/19/2024 00:28:574. Flood the Zone

02/26/2024 00:31:26 Show all episodes

Our take on The Gatekeepers podcast

In The Gatekeepers, Jamie Bartlett takes us on a half-hour journey through the evolution of social media, from a tool for universal connection to a powerful digital authority. Bartlett, a seasoned British journalist, explores the unexpected shift where tech giants now dictate what we see and how we interact. The podcast is a stark reminder of the influence these platforms hold over global events and personal lives, making us question the state of democracy in the digital age. It's a concise, thought-provoking listen that connects the dots from a 1960s idealistic vision to today's complex reality. The Gatekeepers is a technology podcast by BBC Radio 4.