Steven Buckley

Dr Steven Buckley is a Lecturer in Media and Communication at the Department of Sociology & Criminology, City St George's, University of London. His research explores the intersection of social media platforms, political communication, and authenticity, with a focus on video streaming services like YouTube and Twitch in the UK and US contexts.

His educational background includes a PhD from Cardiff University (2013–2020), an MA from Bournemouth University (2012–2013), and a BA from the University of Nottingham (2009–2012). He previously taught at Cardiff University and the University of the West of England, delivering modules on journalism, media theory, branding, activism, and research methods.

Steven's research interests center on digital media's impact on democracy, media fragmentation, and the construction of authenticity in online spaces. He combines media theory with empirical analysis of political discourse on streaming platforms. His work critically engages with how objectivity and truth are negotiated in algorithmically driven environments.

He is currently writing a book titled Understanding Social Media and Democracy for Elgar Publishing, which will offer a comprehensive analysis of key challenges facing democratic discourse in the age of social media. While no recent publications are listed, his thematic focus suggests strong engagement with digital culture, platform governance, and political communication trends.

• New Scientist
• The Independent
• Tatler
• Wired
• The New Statesman
• Buzzfeed

Steven has contributed expert commentary to several national and international media outlets, demonstrating public engagement and scholarly visibility. There is no information available about research grants or student supervision. He is not noted as part of any specific research lab or team, but his interdisciplinary work aligns with digital media and political communication research groups.