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True Friends
an everyday ethics podcast where two true friends discuss the complexities of the everyday decisions we all have to make. From beauty standards to politics, we’re bringing you our hot takes on modern debates and arguing the way only true friends do.
Disclaimer: We acknowledge that we are two white women with our own experiences of identity and privilege and we recognize that this positionality gives us blind spots in these conversations. That being said, this is not a "both sides" podcast and you will never catch us debating human rights, defending billionaires, or justifying hate.
Email us: truefriendspod@gmail.com
True Friends
Episode 15: Should I delete my Instagram?
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Kate and EB discuss the ethics of quitting social media. We look at research, online discourse, and examine our own opinions about the value of deactivating our Instagram and TikTok accounts.
Sources:
- The Evolution of Social Media: How did it begin, and where could it go next? (2020)
- Smartphone History: A Complete Timeline (Paavola, 2022)
- Demystifying the New Dilemma of Brain Rot in the Digital Era: A Review (Yousef et al, 2025)
Questions? Compliments? Criticisms? Email us at: giveussomethingtothinkabout@gmail.com