Studying the intersection of journalism, interactive communications and public discourse
Ever since I got wireless internet access in my house 2+ years ago, I rarely watch TV anymore. I carry my laptop around my house, to do work, read the news, search for lots of useless information, shop online, play mp3s or watch DVDs. Being forced to sit stationary in front of the TV makes me feel like I’m in time-out. …
Let’s face it, on the surface, human beings are drawn to pretty things – the sparkle of a diamond as opposed to a black lump of coal. The diamond has amazing form – it is visually captivating, artistic, beautiful. The coal is not attractive and isn’t meant to be. The coal is functional, serving a …