How algorithms are manipulating us and erasing culture

Motherhood In Progress

In a world where algorithms rule our screens and social media shapes our days, something feels off. The internet, once a vibrant hub of connection and creativity, now feels like a trap—an endless cycle of trends and sameness. With 63% of the global population plugged in, we’re left wondering: are we still in control, or have we surrendered to the algorithm? Today we discuss the unsettling reality of late-stage social media, where the promise of personalization has given way to cultural stagnation and a creeping loss of autonomy.