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Independent Lens (1999 – ...)

1999 • 27 seasons • Documentary • TV-PG
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Independent Lens · S24E2 — TikTok, Boom.

Season 24 episodes

1. HazingSep 12, 20222. TikTok, Boom.Oct 24, 20223. Move MeNov 7, 20224. Children of Las BrisasJan 2, 20235. The Big PaybackJan 16, 20236. No Straight LinesJan 23, 20237. The Picture TakerJan 30, 20238. Outta the MuckFeb 6, 20239. Love in the Time of FentanylFeb 13, 202310. Storming Caesars PalaceMar 20, 202311. Hidden LettersMar 27, 202312. Free Chol Soo LeeApr 24, 202313. Matter of Mind: My ALSMay 1, 202314. Sam NowMay 8, 202315. Silent BeautyMay 15, 202316. Mama BearsJun 20, 2023

Synopsis

What does it mean to be a digital native? TikTok, Boom. dissects the platform along myriad cross-sections—algorithmic, socio-political, economic, and cultural—to explore the impact of the history-making app. Balancing a genuine interest with healthy skepticism, delve into the security issues, global political challenges, and racial biases behind the platform.