Team Human Rushkoff on TIME's Person of the Week
Oct 21, 2023
Guest Douglas Rushkoff, media theorist, reflects on the evolution of media consumption, changes in technology and capitalism, and the importance of human connection. They discuss the cycle between hope and fear with technology and share personal experiences including app downloads and getting lost in IKEA.
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Early Tech Fascination
- Rushkoff's early interest in technology stemmed from a radio kit and the magical nature of radio waves.
- He later became fascinated by the computer's power and the culture of service surrounding it in school.
Read-Only to Read-Write
- Rushkoff realized the shift from a read-only to a read-write world through a computer lab experience.
- This experience made him question the limitations of traditional media.
Shifting Perspective
- Rushkoff's perspective on technology has shifted over time due to its increasing commercialization.
- He transitioned from techno-optimism to concerns about technology's impact on human agency.