We live in an age of absolute abundance. With a few taps, a swipe, or a voice command, an endless river of videos, podcasts, articles, and social media posts pours into our consciousness. And yet, there is a strange paradox at the heart of this digital cornucopia:
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And popular media has fully opened the door for it. We live in an age of absolute abundance
Traditional media was judged by ratings, box office, and critical reviews. Modern popular media is judged by minutes watched, engagement rate, and scroll velocity. A controversial but empty tweet generates more “engagement” than a thoughtful essay. A video that makes you mildly annoyed keeps you watching longer than one that makes you deeply happy. The algorithm doesn’t reward quality; it rewards retention . And nothing retains attention like the promise of a payoff that never comes. Or is it just asking me to open for nothing