VideoKöpfe

VideoKöpfe is a German-language media project that produces video essays and documentary-style content about media, technology, and digital culture. It aims to explain complex topics in an accessible and engaging way, using a mix of narration, interviews, and explanatory graphics. The project publishes content on its own website as well as on video platforms such as YouTube, and some material is released in podcast form.

The format typically features on-screen hosts or voiceover, interwoven with graphics, archival material, and expert interviews. Typical topics include the development and influence of social media algorithms, streaming platforms, media history, and the social implications of new technologies. The approach emphasizes careful sourcing and clear explanations to facilitate media literacy.

VideoKöpfe began in the mid-2010s as a small collaborative endeavour and has grown to include a rotating roster of editors, researchers, and producers who contribute to research, scripting, and production. The project relies on a mix of in-house and freelance contributors and often collaborates with other media projects or institutions for access to sources.

Reception has generally been positive within the niche of digital-media literacy, with commentators noting its approachable presentation and thoughtful analysis, while some reviews suggest room for deeper exploration given the time constraints of individual episodes.