Craig Marks

Music journalist and co-author of I Want My MTV; former music editor for the Los Angeles Times, interviewed here about MTV's history and cultural impact.

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Nov 11, 2025 • 31min

No one wants their MTV

Craig Marks, a music journalist and co-author of I Want My MTV, recounts the chaotic launch of MTV and its revolutionary impact on music and pop culture. Maura Johnston, a seasoned music critic, highlights how shows like Thriller redefined music videos as cultural events. The duo examines how MTV's programming strategy broadened musical genres and discusses its challenges in the digital age with the rise of TikTok and YouTube, ultimately reflecting on MTV's legacy as a nostalgic brand amid a fragmented media landscape.

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