My first couple of posts were about the proliferation of media choices, and the possible need for an editor. I’ve been thinking more … maybe we’re (I’m) too lazy in this respect. Rather than pick up something difficult or “worthwhile,” it’s easier to plop down and watch something I’ve Tivoed. Rather than take the time …
I just had an interesting thought (I’ll admit, while reading A Consumers’ Republic by Cohen). A typical argument for privatizing a commons, like a road, hospital, network, or a public space, is that it will improve if someone can a buck off of it. For example, while the post office once was a place for …
Another thing about “too much media” to experience. Browsing through iTunes looking for some music that’s appealing can be a tiring job. To what degree is it easier/better to get “suggestions” of what’s cool from a radio station (or even MTV)? Sure, there are playlists and podcasts that can help one dig up music, yet …
When I think about how plugged in my day is, it’s amazing I can get anything of value done. Between the Tivo, iPod, Blogs, Newspaper, and DVDs I barely have time to really advance my mind by taking in something really stimulating. With all of this media around us, are we being distracted from reading …
John is a PhD candidate at the University of Wisconsin - Madison School of Journalism and Mass Communication. He studies the social impact of media technology law and policy, with a special emphasis on copyright. He also is an instructional technology consultant for DoIT-Academic Technology.
John doesn't update his blog often, and many of the thoughts are probably half-baked. While the web has sort of an eternal memory, the current and future reader is urged not to take all of this too seriously.
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