The Economy, the Media, and Fatherhood — with Kai Ryssdal

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Social Media
Social media platforms have significantly impacted news consumption and personal media habits. reflects on his experiences with Twitter, noting how changes under have altered the platform's role in news dissemination. He shares, "I don't have the time or the energy to build up another social media platform," highlighting the challenges of maintaining a presence across multiple platforms 1. Despite the allure of serendipitous discoveries on platforms like TikTok and Instagram, Ryssdal finds them to be time-consuming and mentally draining 2.
Media Shift
The shift from linear media to digital platforms is reshaping the media landscape. acknowledges the decline of linear radio, a medium that significantly shaped his career, due to changes in consumer habits during the COVID-19 pandemic 2. He believes the future lies in podcasts, despite the challenge of market saturation. Ryssdal expresses a desire to focus on long-form podcasts, stating, "I'd find long form podcasts on subjects that I'm interested in. And I would do those as long as I feel like working" 2.
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