Vesku-Matti Paananen

Vesku-Matti Paananen, the father of the custom ringtone, discusses the cultural impact and evolution of ringtones, from simple sounds to music clips that defined personal identity. Joe Rosenberg shares a hilarious college anecdote about an awkward ringtone incident. They explore the nostalgic appeal of ringtones, the humorous challenges of social interactions they sparked, and how this personal expression evolved with technology. Their conversation highlights the memorable blend of creativity and communication that ringtones represented in our lives.