Murmurations #04: Digital media and the brain - with Dr Tony Sampson

In this episode of the Murmurations podcast, Dr Darren Kelsey (Newcastle University) speaks to Dr Tony Sampson (University of East London) about digital media cultures and the brain. Tony talks about his research and publications on virality, assemblage theory and social media. They discuss Gabriel Tarde, social contagion, neuroculture, theories of consciousness and the importance of critical approaches to interdisciplinary research.

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Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
Logo: Archie Cameron

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