Introduction

This book argues that media and capitalism no longer exist as separated entities, and posits three reasons why one can no longer exist without the other.

Reasons for the Interconnection

Firstly, mass media have become indispensable to capitalism due to the media’s ability to sell the commodities of mass consumerism. Media capitalism also creates pro-capital attitudes among a target population and establishes an ideological hegemony. Thirdly, media capitalism provides mass deception to hide the pathologies of capitalism, which include mass poverty, rising inequalities, and the acceleration of global warming.

Historical Perspective

To illuminate this, the book’s historical chapter traces the emergence of media capitalism.

Impact on Society

Its subsequent chapters show how media capitalism has infiltrated the public sphere, society, schools, universities, the world of work and finally, democracy.

Conclusion

The book concludes by outlining how societies can transition from media capitalism to a post-media-capitalist society.