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Why We're So Hooked on Scrolling
Manage episode 463540110 series 3619937
In an age of personalized algorithms and constant notifications, it can be hard to resist the pull of our devices. Why is it so hard to stop mindlessly scrolling? Cultural anthropologist Natasha Schüll shares some of her research on why we’re so hooked to our phones – and some thoughts on how to pull away from the infinite scroll.
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31 episodes
Manage episode 463540110 series 3619937
In an age of personalized algorithms and constant notifications, it can be hard to resist the pull of our devices. Why is it so hard to stop mindlessly scrolling? Cultural anthropologist Natasha Schüll shares some of her research on why we’re so hooked to our phones – and some thoughts on how to pull away from the infinite scroll.
What questions do you have about the technology in your life? Email us at [email protected].
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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