“Those who applaud social production and networked amateurism, the colorful cacophony that is the Internet, and the creative capacities of everyday people to produce entertaining and enlightening things online, are right to marvel. There is amazing inventiveness, boundless talent and ability, and overwhelming generosity on display. Where they go wrong is thinking that the Internet is an egalitarian, let alone revolutionary, platform for our self-expression and development, that being able to shout into the digital torrent is adequate for democracy.”
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The People's Platform: Taking Back Power and Culture in the Digital Age
This book delves into the transformative effects of digital platforms on society, examining how they have altered the balance of power and cultural production. It discusses the implications of these changes and proposes strategies for reclaiming cultural influence in the digital age. more
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Astra Taylor
Astra Taylor is a Canadian documentary filmmaker and writer, known for her in-depth exploration of social and political issues. Born in 1979, she has been producing documentaries since the 2000s, and her work has received international recognition. more
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