Vast Wasteland Analysis
Vast Wasteland
The media is an integral part of mankind’s history and progression. It has undoubtedly played a large role in influencing society, for better or for worse. Therefore, I qualify Newton Minow’s “Vast Wasteland” (May 1961) that “The power of instantaneous sight and sound…has limitless capabilities for good-and for evil.” In World War Two (1939-1945), the axis and allied powers alike used propaganda to gain support for their respective causes. For example, “Tokyo Rose” was a radio broadcasting station operated by the Empire of Japan. Its sole purpose was to deprecate American invader’s morale through verbal attacks as well as playing ironic Japanese-dubbed songs with well-known American instrumentals. The severity and accuracy of Tokyo Rose’s broadcasts, which could …show more content…
However, according to the NY times, one in three of the most popular songs in recent years have contained negative references, such as promoting rash behaviors in regards to alcohol, drugs, or sex. Therefore, most young people don’t even realize that while they’re singing along to their favorite song, they’re actually reciting explicit messages. Many teens that are old enough to understand the lyrics of their favorite artists aspire to be just like them, many of whom did not acquire a proper education or lived a stable life. Not all forms all media are potentially harmful or hinder human’s progression to think independently or wisely. Bill Nye the Science Guy (1993-1998) was an educational television program that is played by countless schools across the country. Its humorous yet informative presentation of science made it widely popular amongst its targeted preteen audience. Winning several awards for its success in empowering the youth to enjoy learning about science, Bill Nye the Science Guy has become an iconic representation of what educational television should really be
The media is an integral part of mankind’s history and progression. It has undoubtedly played a large role in influencing society, for better or for worse. Therefore, I qualify Newton Minow’s “Vast Wasteland” (May 1961) that “The power of instantaneous sight and sound…has limitless capabilities for good-and for evil.” In World War Two (1939-1945), the axis and allied powers alike used propaganda to gain support for their respective causes. For example, “Tokyo Rose” was a radio broadcasting station operated by the Empire of Japan. Its sole purpose was to deprecate American invader’s morale through verbal attacks as well as playing ironic Japanese-dubbed songs with well-known American instrumentals. The severity and accuracy of Tokyo Rose’s broadcasts, which could …show more content…
However, according to the NY times, one in three of the most popular songs in recent years have contained negative references, such as promoting rash behaviors in regards to alcohol, drugs, or sex. Therefore, most young people don’t even realize that while they’re singing along to their favorite song, they’re actually reciting explicit messages. Many teens that are old enough to understand the lyrics of their favorite artists aspire to be just like them, many of whom did not acquire a proper education or lived a stable life. Not all forms all media are potentially harmful or hinder human’s progression to think independently or wisely. Bill Nye the Science Guy (1993-1998) was an educational television program that is played by countless schools across the country. Its humorous yet informative presentation of science made it widely popular amongst its targeted preteen audience. Winning several awards for its success in empowering the youth to enjoy learning about science, Bill Nye the Science Guy has become an iconic representation of what educational television should really be