Why is social media so humourless?

· Baldur Bjarnason · Sept. 22, 2026, 4:38 p.m.
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This blog post explores the concept of 'context collapse' in social media, explaining how the merging of different social environments can lead to misunderstandings and offensive reactions to humor. The author highlights how this phenomenon degrades discourse and complicates discussions on nuanced topics, particularly in academia and journalism. The post advocates for reducing reliance on social media and engaging with more specialized information sources for better understanding and discourse.
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