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“Whenever there's a new form of media, we always think it's going to replace the old thing, and it never does. We still have radio, however long after TV was introduced.” quote by Matt Mullenweg
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“Whenever there's a new form of media, we always think it's going to replace the old thing, and it never does. We still have radio, however long after TV was introduced.”

Matt Mullenweg

About This Quote

Source Essay: Media Evolution, 2010

New media are often predicted to obsolete older forms, yet older media persist alongside them.

In simple terms: New media don’t fully replace old media.

Key Takeaway

Expect coexistence, not replacement.

Themes

technology media culture history continuity

Mood

reflective analytical

Type

observational commentary

When to use this quote

  • advertising
  • broadcasting
  • digital publishing
  • music streaming
  • social media

Key Concepts

media lifecycle technological optimism cultural inertia

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you integrate new and old media in daily life?
  • What factors keep legacy media alive?
A Different Perspective

Older media may decline in relevance but retain niche value.

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