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“I personally like the idea of newspapers. It's a good format. You can read it in whatever order you want. You can glance at it. There is something about a single screen and scrolling through pages that just doesn't have the same appeal.” quote by Matt Groening
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“I personally like the idea of newspapers. It's a good format. You can read it in whatever order you want. You can glance at it. There is something about a single screen and scrolling through pages that just doesn't have the same appeal.”

Matt Groening

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Simpsons Creator on Media, 2018

Newspapers offer flexible, non-linear reading, appealing to varied attention spans.

In simple terms: Newspapers let you read in any order.

Key Takeaway

Embrace formats that suit your reading style.

Themes

media reading habits attention

Mood

informative conversational

Type

media analysis personal preference

When to use this quote

  • personal research
  • news apps
  • educational material

Key Concepts

non-linear consumption digital vs print

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you prefer linear or non-linear reading?
  • How does format affect comprehension?
A Different Perspective

Some readers may miss context when reading out of order.

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