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Mentioned in 17 episodes

A paradise built in hell

the extraordinary communities and strange joys that arise in disasters

Book • 2009

Emily Beresford

David Muñoz Mateos

In 'A Paradise Built in Hell', Rebecca Solnit examines how people respond to disasters and crises, often forming strong, resilient communities.

The book delves into the human capacity for cooperation, altruism, and mutual aid during times of catastrophe, challenging the common narrative that disasters bring out the worst in people.

Solnit draws on historical examples such as the 1906 San Francisco earthquake, the 1985 Mexico City earthquake, and Hurricane Katrina to illustrate these phenomena.

Mentioned by

Peter Shamshery

Albert Moukheiber

Christopher Ryan

Aaron Alexander

Antonio García-Martinez

Mentioned in 17 episodes

Mentioned by

Peter Shamshery

as a book exploring human behavior during disasters.

The 48 Laws of Power

Mentionné par

Albert Moukheiber

pour illustrer le concept de 'panique des élites'.

142/2. Cerveau : mythes et réalités - ALBERT MOUKHEIBER

Mentioned by

Roman Krznaric

when discussing 'asabiya' and community response during crises.

How to Be a Good Ancestor w/ Roman Krznaric

Mentioned by Brooke Gladstone in the context of the Los Angeles fires and their impact.

Farewell TikTok? Plus, the Role of Memory and Forgetting with the L.A. Wildfires.

Mentioned as the author's book focusing on human response during disasters.

When Things Fall Apart

Mentioned by

Rebecca Solnit

in the context of disaster response.

When Things Fall Apart (Throwback)

Mentioned as one of

Rebecca Solnit

's books, highlighting her prolific writing career.

The Revolution Will Be Incremental with Rebecca Solnit

Mentioned by

Rebecca Solnit

while recounting an instance of mansplaining at a party.

Rebecca Solnit & Carole Cadwalladr: No Straight Road Takes You There

Mentioned by Chris Ryan as a book that explores human behavior in disasters.

Getting dirty with Chris Ryan

Mentioned by

Paul Bloom

as a book where Rebecca Solnit talks about how disasters give meaning to community.

Encore -- Why we choose to suffer, with Paul Bloom, PhD

Mentioned by Robert Raymond when discussing disaster collectivism and the response to the LA wildfires.

[UNLOCKED] From the Frontlines: Revolutionary Disaster Response in Los Angeles w/ Gage and Sean of All Power Books

Mentioned by

Cory Doctorow

as a book that contrasts with common narratives about disaster responses.

#195 Capitalists Hate Capitalism with Cory Doctorow

Mentioned by

Cory Doctorow

as a source for his views on societal collapse and resilience.

Cory Doctorow - The Intersection of Storytelling and Technology

Mentioned by

James Cooke

when discussing resilience in disaster zones.

Andy Letcher on Deep ecology, Animism & Dark Green Religion | Living Mirrors #67

Mentioned by Doug Gordon, highlighting its thesis on human resilience during emergencies.

"Cars are Done" with Adam McKay

Recommended by

Rutger Bregman

as a book about disasters and altruism.

Rutger Bregman’s utopias, and mine

Recommended by

Christopher Ryan

for its insights into human behavior during disasters.

Episode #62: Is Our Modern Civilization Helping or Hindering Flourishing? Insights and Answers with Dr. Christopher Ryan

Mentioned by

Antonio García-Martinez

in the context of discussing the refugee crisis and human response during times of crisis.

FB vs. Apple on AR and Ads, Twitter's Future, Conflict, Crypto Regulation with Antonio Garcia Martinez & Zach Coelius | E1427

Mentioned by

Aaron Alexander

to illustrate the value of connection during difficult times.

Squatting In A California Backyard & Talking Family, Movement Mechanics, Ice Baths & More With Aaron Alexander.

Mentioned by

Cory Doctorow

as a book detailing how people behave during real disasters.

#153 - Cory Doctorow and Joe Betts-LaCroix

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