Why Gen Z Is Bringing Back Vinyl, DVDs and Other Physical Media

aired; October 26, 2026 In a world where music, movies and television are just a click away, a growing number of Gen Z consumers are rediscovering physical media. From vinyl records and CDs to DVDs, Blu-rays, film cameras and even VHS tapes, these formats are finding a new audience among young people who grew up with streaming. On The Spark, we’ll talk with Bob Rehak, a scholar of film, media and popular culture, about what’s behind this renewed interest and why some consumers are choosing tang...