Slate Daily Feed ICYMI | Everyone Online Is Going Analog
Nov 29, 2025
Carmen Vicente, a savvy social media manager and trend analyst, dives into the nostalgia for offline hobbies. She discusses the fascinating rise of the 'analog bag,' highlighting how people are reclaiming physical media and crafts as a rebellion against our digital overload. Carmen emphasizes that, while social media isn't disappearing, platforms will evolve to promote real-world connections. Join the conversation as they explore how apps can inspire offline activities and the emotional ties we have to tangible experiences!
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Childhood Internet Moment
- Carmen's first internet memory was using her dad's Mac to play Tetris and searching for "shoes."
- She remembers the browser showing a literal definition, highlighting early web simplicity.
Books Shaped Her Home
- Carmen describes growing up in a house with a large book-filled library that shaped her relationship to physical media.
- That upbringing made physical books and tactile media feel like part of home and identity.
Take Unplugged Walks
- Try low-tech activities like raw dog walks and birding to reset attention and enjoy the present.
- Carmen recommends unplugged walks without podcasts or music to notice surroundings and reduce phone reliance.
