626: Exploring TikTok's Role in Colombia's Conflict

On this episode of the Colombia Calling podcast, Gwen Weber discusses her master's thesis on the digitalization of conflict in Colombia, focusing on TikTok's role in recruitment and propaganda among dissident groups. This episode explores how social media influences conflict dynamics and the risks for vulnerable youth. key topics: TikTok's algorithm and content recommendation system The role of social media in conflict and recruitment in Colombia Types of dissident TikTok content and their aesthetic appeal The impact of digital media on vulnerable youth and recruitment Music and sound as propaganda tools in dissident TikTok videos Challenges in content moderation and regulation in Colombia The connection between online content and offline recruitment Potential solutions and the role of AI in content filtering   The Colombia Briefing is reported by Emily Hart.