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“What's interesting about the shift from an industrial age to a technological age is that we keep inventing new media: movies, records, radio, television, the Internet, and now ebooks - and one of the things that's most interesting about the invention of a new medium is watching it reinvent itself…” quote by David Gerrold
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“What's interesting about the shift from an industrial age to a technological age is that we keep inventing new media: movies, records, radio, television, the Internet, and now ebooks - and one of the things that's most interesting about the invention of a new medium is watching it reinvent itself as it penetrates the culture.”

David Gerrold

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Source Interview: “The Evolution of Media” with David Gerrold, 2021

Each new medium reshapes culture, and its own evolution mirrors societal change.

In simple terms: New media reinvent themselves in culture.

Key Takeaway

Observe and adapt to media shifts.

Themes

media evolution culture technology

Mood

analytical curious

Type

observational critical

When to use this quote

  • marketing
  • education
  • content creation

Key Concepts

sociology communication theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does each medium affect your perception?
  • What responsibilities do creators have?
A Different Perspective

New media can also reinforce harmful narratives.

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