Amusing Ourselves to Death by Neil Postman
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Amusing Ourselves to Death by Neil Postman argues that television has transformed public discourse from a serious, rational debate into a trivialized form of entertainment, where content is judged by its watchability rather than its truth or value, ultimately leading to a decline in critical thinking and an inability to engage with complex issues.
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Reading and discussion of Postman’s media critique for readers interested in media and society; outcome: understanding TV's impact on public discourse.
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By Meetup
Reading and discussion of Postman’s media critique for readers interested in media and society; outcome: understanding TV's impact on public discourse.