The Analog Rebellion: Why Creators Are Walking Away from Big Tech

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Jan 15, 2026

Discover the rise of the 'Analog Rebellion' as creators turn away from digital dominance. Kevin shares his poignant story of losing a vinyl collection, paving the way for a resurgence in tactile media like records and journals. Dive into the pitfalls of digital ownership versus convenience, and explore the joys of handwritten notes and typewriters. Learn why people are escaping algorithms and subscription fatigue, and how building personal media servers empowers true ownership. Join the movement toward a more authentic creative life!

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ANECDOTE

Record Collection Lost To Heat

Kevin Tumlinson lost a lifetime record collection when a storage unit lost power and heat warped his albums.
That loss ended his old collecting habit and later fueled his renewed, selective interest in vinyl.

INSIGHT

Tactile Media Is Making A Comeback

Physical media returns because people crave tactile, tangible experiences missing from streaming.
Younger generations also show genuine excitement for hands-on formats like vinyl and Polaroids.

INSIGHT

Digital Purchases Often Aren't Ownership

Many digital purchases are actually licensed access, not true ownership, creating 'digital jail bars.'
This loss of ownership drives people back to physical purchases they can truly possess.

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In this episode, Kevin Tumlinson takes us deep into the heart of the “Analog Rebellion”—today’s growing movement to reclaim physical media and hands-on experiences in a world dominated by digital subscriptions, licensing, and relentless algorithms. From the resurgence of vinyl records to journaling by hand, Kevin shares personal stories and cultural insights on why tactile experiences and true ownership matter now more than ever.Tune in for a reflection on why so many are ditching the cloud, getting picky with their collections, and escaping the digital jail bars for creative freedom and authenticity.

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Key Topics & Timestamps

[00:00:00] – Introduction: The “Analog Rebellion”[00:02:09] – Kevin’s lost vinyl collection story[00:05:15] – Renaissance of vinyl, Polaroids, and analog tech[00:06:19] – Digital jail bars: ownership v. licensing[00:07:32] – Resurgence of physical books and media[00:14:05] – Escaping the algorithm: media, ads, privacy[00:17:49] – Analog writing process: pen, paper, and mindset[00:22:01] – Typewriters, smart typewriters, and focused writing tools[00:26:08] – Building a personal media server; ditching streaming[00:28:10] – Subscription fatigue and digital ownership[00:30:20] – Dangers of algorithmic censorship[00:31:42] – Wrap-up: Call to action & listener engagement

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