Did you know your attention has been programmed for nearly a century?
Phase 1: The Origin (1940s–1980s)
Television began as a revolutionary medium in the 1940s, offering limited broadcasts to captivated audiences. By the 70s, cable TV turned it into a 24/7 affair, delivering endless shows, news, and entertainment. Pay-on-demand services in the 80s expanded access further, but we were still glued to a single screen, passively consuming what was offered.
Phase 2: The Rise of Video Games (1980s–1990s)
The 80s introduced video games like Nintendo, creating entirely new worlds for children to explore. Games offered interactive storytelling and immersive realities, shaping the minds of a generation. By the 90s, gaming consoles and personal computers became more advanced, blending entertainment with escapism while subtly programming players’ perceptions of competition, achievement, and even morality.
Phase 3: The Internet Explosion (1990s–2000s)
The internet of the 90s shattered TV’s monopoly, opening up a world of possibilities. Suddenly, anyone could create and access content, shifting power from networks to individuals. Social media emerged in the 2000s, turning users into both consumers and creators. But behind the scenes, algorithms began shaping what we saw, subtly steering our attention.
Phase 4: The Algorithm Era (2010s–Present)
Today, social media platforms, streaming services, and games dominate, powered by AI algorithms that track, predict, and manipulate our behavior. Content isn’t just delivered—it’s tailored to hook us, keeping our eyes locked and our minds influenced. The line between entertainment, advertising, and propaganda is blurrier than ever.
What’s Next?
With AI advancing at lightning speed, the question looms: will humans become 100% programmed? If every decision, belief, and interaction is influenced by unseen algorithms, where does free thought end and manipulation begin? It’s all on you. You get to choose what you consume—not the other way around. So wake up! #propaganda #ai #programmed #mindcontrol #tv #internet #edwardbernays #deception 
