We are living in a time when voices are everywhere. Podcasts, TikToks, YouTube channels, livestreams—everyone is speaking. But here’s the irony: the more we speak, the less we seem to listen.
Listening is no longer a default skill. It’s an art form—and in the era of new media, it might just be the most valuable one.
The Power of Listening
New media has given everyone a stage. The upside? More diversity of thought and stories. The downside? A flood of voices competing for attention, often at the cost of genuine connection.
Why Listening Matters More Than Ever
Active listening—where you truly absorb, reflect, and respond—is becoming rare. Yet, it’s the very thing that makes conversations meaningful. A conversation isn’t about waiting for your turn to speak; it’s about making the other person feel seen and valued.
Take the success of long-form podcasts like Lex Fridman’s. In a digital culture that rewards quick hits and 30-second clips, millions tune in to conversations that last two or three hours. Why? Because depth, nuance, and curiosity still matter. People are craving what listening provides: understanding.
A Quote to Remember
“Most people do not listen with the intent to understand; they listen with the intent to reply.” – Stephen R. Covey.
In 2025, the loudest voice isn’t the most influential one—the attentive one is. Listening is leadership. Listening is influence. Listening is conversation.
If content is king, then listening is the crown. The art of listening is the bridge between noise and meaning, and in today’s digital world, mastering it may be the most powerful skill you can develop.
See YOU at Comic Con Africa https://comicconafrica.co.za/guest/chris-jordan/
SPEAKER/S INFORMATION:
Name: Chris Jordan
Title: New Media Corporate Consultant / On Air Presenter / Podcaster
Company: Chris Jordan Media / 919FM
SESSION/S INFORMATION:
Date: Sunday, 31 August 2025
Stage: POP-TAKU STAGE
Time: 12:00-12:30
Topic: The Art of Conversation in the Realm of New Media
