Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Vinyl records are spinning again, DVDs still fill our shelves, and family memories are trapped on aging tapes and discs. But as streaming takes over, what happens to all that old media?
In this episode, host Brooke Butler explores the surprising resurgence of physical media, the environmental footprint of streaming, how to preserve your personal archives, and creative reuse for end-of-life media. Follow along as Butler explores media sustainability at the Record Exchange, the Memory Lab at The Clark Family Branch of St. Louis County Library and Leftovers, Etc.
@PBS is celebrating #EarthMonth by releasing a ton of great new episodes across our channels, diving deep into our amazing planet. Check it out here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnNZYWyBGJ1F8ofFm4H9UTrHxqU8zngK4&si=f-lbhdPESqZ06Yrb.
And check the latest YouTube Short from Reactions about the fascinating world of "coffee bots" here: youtu.be/88YdVeAlrAQ?si=ohJbEbgqPvDzzPBy.
00:00-1:42 The Record Exchange
1:42-2:57 Why physical media is trending
2:57-3:42 Vinyl could outlast all other media
3:42-4:11 Collecting media is preserving history
4:12-5:23 Impact of streaming on the environment
5:23-6:00 Consumer responsibility?
6:00-6:24 Tips for streaming
6:24-6:53 Libraries have everything!
6:53-8:15 The Memory Lab at St. Louis County Library
8:15-8:30 Preservation vs Accessibility
8:30-9:11 VHS tapes are dying
9:11-9:45 Importance of preserving memories
9:45-10:03 Recycling media
10:03-10:27 Leftovers, Etc.
10:27-11:27 Get crafty!
11:27-11:52 Teachers need Pringles cans
11:52-13:28 St. Louis love this hobby shop
13:28-13:57 visit NinePBS.org/WDIDWT
13:57-14:18 Happy Earth Month from PBS
14:18-14:51 Our hard working crew at Nine PBS
Vinyl records are spinning again, DVDs still fill our shelves, and family memories are trapped on aging tapes and discs. But as streaming takes over, what happens to all that old media?
In this episode, host Brooke Butler explores the surprising resurgence of physical media, the environmental footprint of streaming, how to preserve your personal archives, and creative reuse for end-of-life media. Follow along as Butler explores media sustainability at the Record Exchange, the Memory Lab at The Clark Family Branch of St. Louis County Library and Leftovers, Etc.
@PBS is celebrating #EarthMonth by releasing a ton of great new episodes across our channels, diving deep into our amazing planet. Check it out here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnNZYWyBGJ1F8ofFm4H9UTrHxqU8zngK4&si=f-lbhdPESqZ06Yrb.
And check the latest YouTube Short from Reactions about the fascinating world of "coffee bots" here: youtu.be/88YdVeAlrAQ?si=ohJbEbgqPvDzzPBy.
00:00-1:42 The Record Exchange
1:42-2:57 Why physical media is trending
2:57-3:42 Vinyl could outlast all other media
3:42-4:11 Collecting media is preserving history
4:12-5:23 Impact of streaming on the environment
5:23-6:00 Consumer responsibility?
6:00-6:24 Tips for streaming
6:24-6:53 Libraries have everything!
6:53-8:15 The Memory Lab at St. Louis County Library
8:15-8:30 Preservation vs Accessibility
8:30-9:11 VHS tapes are dying
9:11-9:45 Importance of preserving memories
9:45-10:03 Recycling media
10:03-10:27 Leftovers, Etc.
10:27-11:27 Get crafty!
11:27-11:52 Teachers need Pringles cans
11:52-13:28 St. Louis love this hobby shop
13:28-13:57 visit NinePBS.org/WDIDWT
13:57-14:18 Happy Earth Month from PBS
14:18-14:51 Our hard working crew at Nine PBS
