Absolutely Quote by Shane Smith
“What we found was that Generation Y is absolutely consumed with news. They love news; it's one of their biggest passion points. The problem is they've been disenfranchised by traditional media outlets, and because of that - look, if the world was going along tickety boo, and the Fourth Estate was doing its job, 'VICE' would not be purveying news.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast "The Future of Media", 2020
Generation Y feels a strong pull toward news, yet feels ignored by mainstream outlets, driving them to alternative sources like VICE.
In simple terms: Young people love news but feel left out by traditional media.
Seek authentic news platforms that respect youth perspectives.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- college students
- social media users
- young professionals
- newsroom strategies
- media literacy programs
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can traditional media regain trust with Gen Y?
- What responsibilities do alternative outlets have?
Alternative platforms may lack depth or verification, risking misinformation.