I agree that modern technology has improved our ability to measure activity and events, and modern media including the internet promotes information distribution.
But current events indicate an increase in geophysical activity; much more volcanic eruptions (volcanoes long dormant going active)...
Given the increase in geophysical phenomena (such as earthquakes and volcanic eruptions), it is obvious "something" IS going on with our planet. I have no trouble believing in this theory that a reversal of the Earth's magnetic field may be included -- sooner as opposed to later.
However, no...