Writer: Varsha Sripadham
Opinion: I befriended an AI bot. Here’s what I learned about human companionship.
When targeted toward self-improvement and achieving certain goals, AI can be a strong partner. Though I’m skeptical of using AI as a psychiatrist, making it an impartial analyst could potentially help a person receive better, more accurately tailored advice. Read More »
Opinion: White House theater demolition symbolizes abandonment of 3rd spaces
Although social media allows us to transcend location-related limits and interact with a broader array of people, it shouldn’t come at the cost of interaction with local communities and shared spaces. Read More »
Opinion: TS12 proves cult following enables mediocre work, cash grabs
The knowledge that superfans will consume anything they release, regardless of the quality, allows them more leeway for lazy artistry. Read More »
Opinion: Social media activism fuels echo chambers, ineffective advocacy
The ease of quickly posting online, combined with cascades of information, creates implicit pressure for people in various political bubbles to post about issues they aren’t informed or passionate about. Activism then becomes a mechanism for social acceptance – a way to conform with a crowd or boost personal perception. Read More »