Social Media Corrupts Human Interactions | Jack Symonds | Part 1 of 6

[@juju_k__]

"It's time to stop stalking and start talking " such a delightful quote 👏

[@АминаКуралбекова-ш7д]

I can’t understand this quote 😢 Can you explain please

[@muhamadsyakirin8537]

​@@АминаКуралбекова-ш7д If you are interested or want to be close to someone, stop stalking them, start talking directly eye to eye

[@mehlanie13]

@@АминаКуралбекова-ш7д stalking ~ stalking other people's profiles, then get depressed over how perfect people seem to be talking ~ interacting with people face-to-face basically: less internet, more real-life connection

[@YazidAlgifari582]

@@АминаКуралбекова-ш7д stop stalking (visit/see your ex or your crush account) and start talking to him/her rather than just see it

[@nishawinter18]

Only if I had the courage to ;(

[@prathamtamta2891]

"You can learn more by looking someone in the eye, then you can from their social media profile" ~man said some profound 🙂

[@melonie_peppers]

Than

[@christofthedead]

Social media posts may be a highly inaccurate representation of a person, but a subjective interpretation of a body part contains very little, if any, useful information about a person. Try offering Google or Facebook a trade; all the information they've harvested from your social media activity in exchange for a good long look into your eyes.

[@saucepan2342]

@@christofthedead we should become data collectors then lol

[@wowser44]

As somebody who always struggled to look people in the eyes, I noticed that a couple of weeks ago, so profound.

[@lorainneannequiachon2367]

do

[@green4959]

"Social Media is giving massive followings who are popular rather than people who are professional" Damn I felt that.

[@김지유-m7f]

He’s really a good speaker. His argument is clear, manner is good, but the most empressive part is his easygoing speaking. It makes us -listeners- to feel him as a REAL talanted speaker! He surely got this debate

[@unentitledunentitled6149]

I find it distracting that many of the debaters will read off essays rather than look at the audience. In many presentations in the sciences, it's bad form to read the notecards or to read off powerpoint slides. I expected many of them to have already memorized their arguments and be prepared for opposition. I need someone to present their stance and to explain their arguments as if they are teaching and talking to me. The essay should only be used if they get lost.

[@suryaprakashyadav6590]

@@unentitledunentitled6149 yeah ...

[@suryaprakashyadav6590]

@@unentitledunentitled6149 Yeah... Debate doesn't mean narrating notes.... It's about interacting with people.. Talking about our beliefs... And beliefs can never be theoretical.. It has to be practical

[@SkilliciousDesigns]

@Eric Li interesting read. Any recommendations into books you / your friends have been reading please? Thanks

[@suhmitraahmarmy3969]

@@SkilliciousDesigns Empire of sins

[@jaybham1952]

his delivery of ideas and arguments of social media was nice, he didn't jump into it's corruption of social interaction, he explained what social media is, and then he began to say his argument.

[@iamthesenate8825]

Ye that’s the first thing all gov need to say at the start. Definition of terms. Assume the audience has no idea about the topic

[@puturiskaesavallentine3355]

that's the structure of debating

[@navajasrs2402]

This is the best first speaker The Union has had in a long time. I hope this is the begining of a trend.

[@NHix33]

STRAYA REP

[@jaishreedagar]

Yah he is a amazing ,fantastic, marvellous and says to be also funniest speaker

[@insanecaine]

Ahh, you're just saying that because he's handsome with great hair.

[@ghadeghode]

Good Observation

[@lexetordo8954]

@@insanecaine can you hold that against him though... he got some good Gene's good for him

[@iamnadeemsultan]

Social media is surely corrupting human interaction , Attention span , psychological discomfort, poor sleep quality, unrealistic body desires, low self esteem , low confidence, people have not forgotten how to write with a Pen . What a speech I support him.

[@maryamhassan420]

Stop STALKING and start TALKING 😂 Very important message!👌

[@lilac624]

True

[@dianagr4992]

I find it so attractive that he is intelligent and wearing a suit. Just my type.

[@satisfatic6287]

buaya betina

[@mitamaudiaproviara4857]

@@satisfatic6287 ya ampun, ngakak 😂 (+) he's good manner and also good looking :v jahaha

[@googleuser2609]

You gonna marry him?

[@CyrelJoyQuilongquilong]

Same. Lmao.😂

[@YazidAlgifari582]

pulang-pulang

[@newyorksnatascha9805]

As a professional Doctorate student, social media has been very influential both in the professional and personal life, because people follows our post than knowing what's the truth. I love this video so much. Thank you so much Sir Jack Symonds for your propositions.

[@countingunits1381]

He is a verygood speaker the way he speaking,attitude, behaviour everything is perfect.he sharead such knowledgable things which may we dont even got from any university...

[@Mr.MJ_143]

Agreed

[@АрпинеАйвазян-ц3у]

This video really hits home! Social media is such a mess when it comes to how we connect with each other. It messes with our attention spans, self-esteem, and even our sleep! The pressure to look perfect online is wild and just adds to anxiety. It’s crazy how toxic behaviors get amplified in that space, showing the not-so-great side of people. I’ve definitely felt my mood swing based on likes and comments, so I’ve been trying to take a break from it all. Jack's points are super important for understanding how it messes with our mental health. Thanks for bringing this up!

[@farahbilal3895]

"You can learn more by looking someone in the eye, then you can from their social media profile" 👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@MrKillerColonel]

What a fantastic speech that truly highlights the incessant issues that social media has on societal structure. Bravo!

[@heyyouguuys7939]

Now this is a conversation worth having. Social media has exposed the true number of narcissistic and downright mean people there are out there, and that is not even mentioning the illegal deta collection and sale of by companies. It has grown into something that is extremely harmful mentally to people, I notice myself how I would laugh if someone liked a comment and so I stopped using it

[@earaaneder2589]

Showed respect, Had spoken on facts rather than dwelling on this and that's. Had done his homework quite well. Talked with full consciousness and confidence. He said damn well!.

[@matthewglenguir7204]

Being able to speak cohesively and simply is a huge advantage for persuasiveness

[@vaishnaviibitwar]

The way he took this topic in a very simple manner is one of his good qualities..and the line Stop stalking and start talking was very fantastic..Well done Man!

[@sumatiarora5557]

This man might just be the best first speaker they have had

[@nexusintake7179]

Not sure if this is a debate, everything the speaker said was fact.

[@aumkaarpranav8765]

Everything that debaters say is a fact, the essence lies in how they say it.

[@Adam-hb6lw]

I guess it should be fact. A debate should be fact against fact. The breaking point is which fact outweighs the other. I’m not a debater tho, just my opinion

[@nexusintake7179]

@@Adam-hb6lw I know I posted 2 years ago now so views may change a bit. I feel like a debate is more about the best experienceable outcome for the facts being presented. I dont really see it as some facts are better than others as most facts are equally valid. But some facts are more appropriate for the present situation than others. It explains the reason behind multiple governing parties instead of just having one party alone. So essentially you're right

[@samahamara8543]

Ended with 'propose' ...man propose to me so wittingly and wisefully talking against Instagram on my behalf at the Oxford union...this is my soul mate. I made my thesis about this yet more specifically about activism in social media.

[@elizabethquigg9113]

That was a very passionate and articulate speech, wow

[@chrisjensen6923]

Classy acknowledgement of the opposition and equally elegant exposition of the question; some very fine points made!

[@dannyt.6616]

I listen to this stuff like podcasts during my workouts.....good stuff.

[@pineapple9747]

You, Sir, are an intellectual! But how do you split your focus? Must be your muscle memory doing all the workout mindlessly...so your brain is free to ponder! That is just my guess but it's an incredible feat indeed!

[@mansamishra9323]

bro even though its been seven years hope you are good, i am also doing the same thing

[@Syedfarhanshah7474]

Social media is giving massive following to people who are famous than people who are professional. Absolutely right

[@fabanvi]

5 years after this debate in 2022, social media as a source of comparison, jealousy and feelings of lack leading to depression is prevalent.

[@sarah-wt6ef]

well said, very well mannered, respects the opposition, knows what hes saying, he really is a good speaker

[@Raphael-ql9pf]

Real human connections are being replaced by virtual relationships. The truth is for most part, we are spending huge proportion of our lives living in a digital universe

[@BhowmikKho]

he is a really good speaker and presentation. He's an attractive voice which is really wonderful.

[@tkenglander6226]

Great speech!! He makes strong points for the proposition.

[@HelloEveryonez678]

Ironically I'm watching this on social media! Great debate!

[@umsmsu2220]

This is first the best speaker and enviable person I want to this person will be achieve extremely high awards in the future life.I look forward to new and energetic debate

[@sumaiyashoilee]

One of the most effective and concise arguments I've ever seen.

[@ohmyworld.4429]

There are lots of good speaker but like him.. no words.. Salute

[@xuandieunguyen5717]

I really love his presentation , i can understand what did he say nearly 99% , his voice is great ❤❤❤❤

[@egboamara]

I do not care if I am doing this right now but this boy is on FIRE!!!!!

[@Topclips.21]

They don't know that we are watching this video on social media

[@ompabaletserametse8643]

hahaha best counter argument ever

[@inconspicuous9397]

Personally, I think he more showed the effect of social media on the person than on relationships. His points were valid but needed to be explained and the negative effect on relationship, identified and evidence been given. His public speaking is fabulous, but I believe it’s so good that it’s covering up some of the holes or irrelevance in his argument. Please include your opinion below after rewatching to see if you can understand my points.

[@Hi-pf2sg]

finally someone said this!! I am reading the comments, and I am surprised that no one pointed this out

[@bbcsbiggestfan]

yes, also his point about the supposed causation of depression in users of social media was pure conjecture

[@asmnasim702]

This boy brought us a view that we didn’t see in a brilliant style!

[@wrriorofpce1152]

He’s a true gentleman, sheer class

[@ob1to510]

if emma watson was a man

[@jomanaaa4758]

Same thought!!!!

[@creativebooth3140]

man, you spoil the speech

[@fenris4045]

@@creativebooth3140 lmao :D

[@taytubeofficial]

😩 nailed it lol.

[@nallaguntlavamshi7098]

Exactly. You put my thought into words😂

[@yashi_reads]

"it's time to stop stalking and start talking" my introverted self feels personally attacked

[@lilac624]

hehe

[@ayeeswarikabaral9747]

wow this is a speech one can listen without spending a bit boring moment. simply perfect.

[@FidaHussain-p9h]

Love for you Mr symonds ❤❤❤from Pakistan 🎉❤

[@stephenpark3408]

Fantastic speaker! Respect and admiration!

[@gabrielpirante6945]

Everything the speaker said was in fact it was clear and understandable this debate was awesome...

[@andrewa6625]

Good speech on the dangers and cons of social media.

[@11akashnegi98]

like the way he express the things is commendable and i was shocked by seeing the dept of his question and i believe that the points he raised in his debate will fruitful for me and i also want to speak like him one day .

[@Anna-xg6pv]

We watched this in English and the whole class was waving their fists up and down during it.

[@VijayKumar-cc4ei]

Social media is playing a crucial role because every one has a weapon to access and express to oneself..

[@arielathomo229]

what is the point of expressing oneself when your view can be distorted, misinterpreted and even use to justify something completely different.

[@anuprabhabansod]

"EVERY ONE has a weapon to access and express to oneself" 🌚 it made us care about shitty opinions of unqualified people like t*te. Like bro what are your qualifications? Masters in gender studies?

[@hemioneeurxrexiemangabat5747]

this is what debate is! clear and concise

[@gaytrisinghapsd1417]

He is an extremely influential speaker and whatever he said is what we feel. If the opposite team denies the fact that his facts are false....I cannot judge them.

[@debater2874]

"You can learn more about someone by looking in their eyes rather than their social media profile"

[@veersharma9757]

The fact that this statement dates back to 2017 and everyone can relate to every word entails how serious this issue is.

[@nectavelo1306]

I had to watch this in class but it honestly attracted me so much I think I’m gonna watch others

[@gabrielaegas9965]

I loved the way he spoke.

[@adore.bhoomi]

How genuinely he is speaking about social media✅

[@im_sumitrao]

Love From India 🇮🇳 .Love the Arguments ....

[@cristiandavidariasosorio990]

I've just discovered this channel and OMG it is a really gift. Thank so much for sharing!

[@Abrar1950]

One benifit of social media is that it gives me access to listen to this speech or any other one

[@dailysweetpotato]

minute 6:31 , when he mentioned about eating disorder, i was abit excited, because its really happening right now in 2024, i opened my tiktok just to find a ' weightloss ' content, the content was obviously a mental health illness that is called anorexia, i was very disappointed with social media today and people who use it wrong, some of the people who use social media wrong keep bodyshame alot of peoples that make them develops an eating disorder, or maybe any other mental ilness, its TRUE, sometimes there are people who thinks eating disorder is not a mental illness, they will say ' oh, just eat healthy and exercise ' it was really disappointing and sad, because some peoples thinks it is normal to bodyshame other people, bodyshaming other people is NOT normal!

[@jennifermasingi-pq6yx]

His hand won't stop moving 🤌🤌. I love it 😂

[@sakshikapil2436]

That is actually the right time to start talking and take action

[@Rufusdos]

He did a fantastic job.

[@cameron7957]

This first guy is a great speaker. Very engaging.

[@lilac624]

not to mention he is handsome

[@zainsheikh8801]

Really great speech on the dangers of social media :)

[@isiahbogan6009]

He won this debate hands down.

[@abooisnaeenyoseph2635]

I love ❤ the way he is talking ❤

[@joma5127]

I don't agree with all of your points but damn, that was one fine speech!!

[@shamimhusain9107]

I heartlly respect.... socialmedia speech ....

[@WalterPinkman5]

Me watching this video envying him for being so talented

[@MarkAnthonyDrakemusic]

Me watching this video idk don't know that man good speech

[@shahriarhasanabir5909]

Social Media destroyed my future, though it helped me a lot... Still trying to overcome it...

[@x9147]

Very monotonous use of his right hand. If you always use the same gesticulation, people don’t really know which point/sentence is *important* or _less important_ Other than that, extremely good speech and good and easy to follow presentation of facts.

[@africangirl189]

Yes it true " it's people who are depressed who are turning into social media ".

[@ivannavarro4688]

What an increíble orator!

[@DvrcG]

Module brought Me here🇵🇭📚🏅

[@chikastephen5176]

Years after.... Very relevant submission

[@ronaldovsmassi]

Who is watching in twenty twenty four 🍀

[@K_for_kakarot]

Not me

[@GoogleAccount-bd8bp]

2025🎉

[@AngelicaVillaman-tc8vq]

I love the confidence this boy possess 👍

[@besmart2350]

As a millennial I feel like people forgot how to communicate man. Zoomer generation gets mad at me when I don’t text them or engage in social media….

[@nizasiamehenry]

Thankyou for the message Mr. Symonds.

[@mita_pita]

Legend says the guy is still shaking his hand!!!

[@karlkapple6531]

😏😏😏

[@Amuseitt]

This is the BIGGEST ISSUE IN THIS MODERN WORLD

[@gauravpdaksh]

90s was the best....Real world with real happiness 💙💙💙💙💙

[@musakataria4483]

"Social media is not evil, it is dishonest"

[@Bosskuto-1]

He's speaking the truth

[@kajalmehta4191]

That's absolutely true !! that social media is focused on popularity ..and far more away from professionals .

[@josephmontantes1750]

Bro is Cooking and seasoning the whole audience. Man is profound and logically sound.

[@Cody_x1995]

Most valid point i think is that it is dishonest = corruption. To know which social media is good or bad perhaps look to how honest it is as a whole.

[@JRichard20]

It’s amazing how many people are unaware of The Art of Debating by Luke Warren

[@rachidjarane5672]

Congratulation .. powerful speech and body presentation 🎊🎉

[@BrianMcInnis87]

*Corrupt*. Media *corrupt*. A medium *corrupts*.

[@manoharank4412]

Great, galvanizing personality. Congrats.

[@MahiAkter-z9m]

He is Very good Speaker

[@richa1423]

Wow 😊 he was a great speaker his all argument were too clear and understandable never bore to listening him his all points were too Asswemon and they showing the reality he is too inspirational for young generations

[@africangirl189]

Social media has never changed me and will change me

[@iAM2AM]

0:20 - Middle left of the screen. That man was eating a Lunchable. Thought we wouldn't notice. But we did...

[@worldwidebee8018]

You notice it Then what ....does it made any difference

[@jmplayz8504]

what a good speeach

[@muhammadjamil4433]

Yeah we have to avoid social media

[@MetalNick]

The irony.....

[@xenfusion9600]

I’m a very avid user of social media. The amount of trends that are detrimental to how people perceive each other and themselves is unacceptable. This will only get worse for the future generations as they are more susceptible to the internet.