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LISTEN - Global English by Gary
Jun 10, 2026
17:07
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The Attention Economy: How Technology Has Changed Our Brains

Have you ever picked up your phone for a quick check and found yourself scrolling thirty minutes later? Have you ever struggled to concentrate on an important task because notifications, messages, or social media kept interrupting your attention?

In this episode of LISTEN: Global English, we explore the fascinating world of the Attention Economy and examine how technology companies compete for one of the most valuable resources in the modern world: your attention.

You'll discover how social media platforms, algorithms, notifications, and artificial intelligence have transformed the way we consume information and interact with the world around us. We'll also explore how these technologies may be influencing our focus, habits, decision-making, and even the way our brains ... 

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