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The State of the Culture, 2024

The Theology Pugcast

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The Dopamine Loop: Media's Grip on Culture

This chapter examines how social media platforms manipulate human psychology through the 'dopamine loop,' fostering habits of distraction over meaningful engagement. It contrasts historical and modern media consumption, exploring the evolution of storytelling in television and the cultural implications of rapid stimulation versus deep contemplation.

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