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Astra Taylor's CBC Massey Lectures | #3: Consumed by Curiosity

Ideas

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The Paradox of Insecurity and Consumption

This chapter explores the juxtaposition of insecurity prevalent in modern capitalist societies with the communal and nature-oriented values of Indigenous cultures. It critiques consumer culture for nurturing feelings of inadequacy while addressing how societal divides and reactionary politics have intensified despite overall prosperity.

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