The Convergence Culture by Henry Jenkins is becoming an interesting read more and more. The index alone is filled with all things from our pop culture this decade. It is certainly summing up the shift that has taken place as we move more global while focusing on the mainstream. So far, I have not found the group I fall in accept the casual or zapper. I wish I were more loyal, but of most mentioned entertainment, I have only seen Blade Runner more than once, maybe two to three Survivor episodes, and same number of American Idol. I hate to admit that I have not watch all of The Matrix. Ironically, I have heard enough about The Matrix over the years that I sometimes feel I have. After reading Abram's blog, I think maybe I'd be no further along had I seen the whole thing.
Cross marketing through different media is interesting to me. Disney has always been very good at this and Martha Stewart comes to mind with her magazine which also depicts her many home products.
I am wondering if any of the teachers have students who were devastated by Virtual Kingdom's dismantling. My daughter was brought to tears and became quite angry with VK. She told me that petitions did no good, even when fans said they would pay monthly for the game.
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