
Episode #112 ... The Frankfurt School pt. 5 - Civilization
Philosophize This!
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Critique of American consumer culture and media influence
The American way of life is characterized by selfless hard work and a focus on materialistic possessions such as cars, houses, and a picket fence, which promotes isolation from others. The culture industry perpetuates a narrow, capitalistic mindset, similar to Nazi propaganda in Germany. The media products, including news, are tailored to meet existing consumer demand and attract viewers for commercial purposes, rather than providing an objective view of the world. This prompts the question of what type of news product would be profitable in this context.
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