Access Quote by Matt Groening
“I always thought that television was the way to go in my goal to invade pop culture because it got to towns in which there were no bookstores. That's how I used to think of it: How do I reach kids who not only don't read but probably have no access to much in the way of books?”
About This Quote
Source Interview: 1995, The Simpsons creator
Television can reach audiences lacking books, making it a powerful tool for cultural influence.
In simple terms: TV reaches people who don’t read.
Use TV to spread ideas where books are scarce.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- education
- marketing
- public health campaigns
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What messages are best delivered via TV?
- How can TV complement reading?
TV may reinforce stereotypes if not carefully crafted.