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The tyranny of the algorithm: why every coffee shop looks the same (www.theguardian.com)
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[–] breakfastburrito@beehaw.org 2 points 8 months ago (1 children)

I do the same when traveling and looking for a bar. I search “dive bar” or “neighborhood bar” and it cuts through the noise. I still have to find a good one, but it narrows heavily.

[–] Vodulas@beehaw.org 2 points 8 months ago

I think a lot of people do, for sure. It is nice to have familiar spots. I just don't think you need to write an article saying everything is concentrating to a single style when you didn't seem to look for anything else.