The death of cool
The Gray Area with Sean Illing
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The Evolution of Cool: Reflections on Taste and Identity
In this chapter, the speakers reflect on their feelings of being out of place in social settings during early adulthood and explore the shifting definitions of 'cool'. They discuss the complexities of cultural consumption across generations, examining how tastes influenced by peer dynamics evolve over time. Drawing on sociologist Pierre Bourdieu's theories, the conversation highlights the interplay between consumerism, personal identity, and the inherent insecurities in defining what is considered cool.
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