Bridget Phetasy - The Fightback Against Wokeness Has Started

In this book, Neil Postman argues that the contemporary world is more akin to Aldous Huxley's 'Brave New World' than George Orwell's '1984'. Postman contends that television's emphasis on entertainment has led to a decline in rational discourse and the trivialization of politics, education, and religion. He contrasts the print-based culture of the 19th century with the televisual culture of the 20th century, highlighting how the medium of television inherently promotes incoherence and triviality, turning serious information into a form of entertainment.

In 'Mediated,' Thomas de Zengotita argues that our reality is increasingly indistinguishable from representation. He contends that everything in our world is mediated, meaning it is presented to us through some form of media or representation. De Zengotita explores how this mediation affects our perceptions, behaviors, and interactions, including how we reflect on ourselves and our place in the world. The book delves into the impact of media on our socialization, particularly in the context of children, and discusses the blurring of lines between real and representational experiences.