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How The Internet, Social Media, And Podcasts Are Impacting The 2024 Election : 1A From Vice President Kamala Harris's viral campaign moments to former President Donald Trump's appearances on popular podcasts, this election has served up a different flavor of how the internet can shake up an election.

But how powerful can the tides of the internet really be for a presidential candidate?

We talk about the power of social media and influencers have in this election season.

We also sit down with Gen Z voters to hear what issues matter most to them, their thoughts on misinformation, and more.

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How The Internet, Social Media, And Podcasts Are Impacting The 2024 Election

How The Internet, Social Media, And Podcasts Are Impacting The 2024 Election

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Jemele Hill (L) and Senator Kamala Harris speak during the Spotify House Of Are & Be Podcast Session Presenting Jemele Hill Is Unbothered Live With Senator Kamala Harris in New Orleans, Louisiana.

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From Vice President Kamala Harris's viral campaign moments to former President Donald Trump's appearances on popular podcasts, this election has served up a different flavor of how the internet can shake up an election.

But how powerful can the tides of the internet really be for a presidential candidate? What kind of impact are social media and influencers having on the election?

Later, we sit down with Gen Z voters. What issues are on their mind? How are they navigating misinformation?

Find more of our programs online. Listen to 1A sponsor-free by signing up for 1A+ at plus.npr.org/the1a.