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Episode 64: Patrick Deneen on DeLillo's White Noise

Sacred and Profane Love

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Exploring 'White Noise': Consumerism and Chaos

This chapter analyzes the complexities of Don DeLillo's 'White Noise,' examining its fusion of genres and its commentary on consumer culture and environmental crises. The speakers reflect on their personal experiences with the novel, drawing parallels between its themes of distraction and the media's pervasive presence in today's society.

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