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Dr. Andres Reiljan is a political scientist, working as a researcher at the European University Institute (EUI) in Florence, Italy and at the University of Tartu, Estonia. He defended his PhD at the EUI in 2021, with his thesis focusing on affective polarization in contemporary politics.

Common Ground: From Dialogue to Digital Battlefield? | Polarisation, Echo Chambers, Algorithms & Social Media
Feb. 4, 2026

Common Ground: From Dialogue to Digital Battlefield? | Polarisation, Echo Chambers, Algorithms & Social Media

The internet promised a place where people from diverse backgrounds could find connection and understanding. But has it instead become a deeply polarised medium where echo chambers and ideological extremism make meaningful common ground harder to find than ever? Welcome to Ruined By The Internet? - the show where we examine how technology is shaping modern life - whether we want it to or not. Follow or subscribe to never miss the next investigation. We're joined by Dr Andres Reiljan - political ...