: Encompasses recorded albums, live performances, and the growing medium of podcasts.
In the early days of entertainment, people relied on traditional forms of media such as radio, television, and print publications for their dose of entertainment. Radio was the primary source of entertainment in the early 20th century, with popular shows like "The Jack Benny Program" and "The Shadow" captivating audiences across the United States. Television soon followed, with shows like "I Love Lucy" and "The Honeymooners" becoming instant hits. blackedraw240610haleyreedoffsetxxx1080
To appreciate where we are, we must look back. For most of the 20th century, popular media operated on a model of "scarcity and scheduling." You watched what was on TV at 8:00 PM because you had no other choice. was monolithic. Blockbuster movies and hit network shows created a shared cultural consciousness. : Encompasses recorded albums, live performances, and the