Can social media change public policy?

Podcast: Real Talk NYC · The Real Estate Board of New York

Opublikowano: 2026-11-02

Social media is changing how New Yorkers talk about housing, transit, development, and affordability. But can those online conversations actually influence public policy? In this episode of Real Talk NYC, Nile Berry, creator of Urban Explained, joins REBNY’s Vice President of Digital, Jason Ryan, to explore the growing role of social media in shaping New York City’s political conversation. They discuss how policymakers are adapting to a digital-first world, the challenges of explaining complex issues in short-form content, and whether online engagement reflects public opinion or distorts it. Want to learn more...