TED Talks Daily (HD video) This is what the future of media looks like | Hamish McKenzie
May 21, 2025
Hamish McKenzie, cofounder of Substack and former lead writer for Tesla, discusses the transformative power of independent media. He argues that the chaos of social media is paving the way for a new ecosystem where creators thrive on audience trust rather than advertising metrics. McKenzie highlights the shift towards nurturing direct relationships between creators and their communities, fostering diverse voices and innovative media experiences. By clicking 'subscribe', audiences gain empowerment, contributing to a brighter future in media.
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Media Disruption's Magnitude
- We're experiencing the most significant media disruption since the printing press.
- Media systems shape our thinking, behavior, and culture profoundly.
Internet's Broken Promise
- The internet promised to democratize media but has broken more than it fixed.
- Power remains concentrated despite social media giving everyone a voice.
From Temple to Chaos Media
- Traditional media was centralized and gatekept, controlling narratives and perspectives.
- The internet dismantled this to an era of chaotic media with power centralized in platforms, not voices.
