Topic: Neurotransmitters

A 2010 clip from the program Cranky Geeks features a discussion on how social networks act as a disease vector in a population with no immunity. The hosts compare the addictive nature of Facebook and Twitter notifications to the dopamine hits of early email systems. They argue that these platforms have caused a societal dislocation by prioritizing interaction over calculation.

The documentary "Star Suckers" explores the global obsession with fame, noting that preoccupation with celebrity has risen from 12% to 80% since the 1980s. The film examines how parents push children into reality TV and the biological role of neurotransmitters in the pursuit of fame. The hosts encourage listeners to download and seed the film via BitTorrent.