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The media and entertainment landscape has undergone a seismic shift in the 21st century, transitioning from scheduled, centralized broadcasting to on-demand, decentralized digital platforms. This paper examines how digital streaming, social media, and user-generated content have redefined what is considered "popular media" and analyzes the psychological and social implications of this transition. 1. Introduction: Defining the New Media Landscape centralized broadcasting to on-demand
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