Neil Postman, in his book "Amusing Ourselves to Death," argues that the shift from a print-based understanding of knowledge to a television-oriented framework has detrimental effects on society. He believes this transition has led to a deterioration in public discourse and intellectual engagement, resulting in a populace that is increasingly superficial in its thinking and communication.

Postman contends that the rise of television as a primary source of information fosters a culture more focused on entertainment than meaningful dialogue. He warns that this trend is making society "sillier by the minute," compromising the depth and quality of public life and discourse.