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Brian Hirt
An education theorist who discusses the impact of media on reasoning and public discourse.
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Apr 26, 2021
• 45min
Ep. 268: Neil Postman's "Amusing Ourselves to Death" (Part One)
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In this discussion, Brian Hirt, an education theorist focused on media's impact on reasoning, dives into Neil Postman's insights from his book, "Amusing Ourselves to Death." They explore how the medium shapes public discourse, revealing television's role in diminishing our capacity for critical thought. The conversation touches on the transition from written to visual culture and critiques the entertainment-centric approach of modern media. Hirt calls for greater media literacy to combat the erosion of meaningful discourse in today’s digital age.
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