The Problem of YouTube
Aymar Jean Christian / University of Pennsylvania
Aymar Jean Christian dissects what’s wrong with everyone’s favorite video channel.
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A Critical Forum on Media and Culture
Aymar Jean Christian dissects what’s wrong with everyone’s favorite video channel.
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