Exploring how the transition to a market economy shapes individuals' inner experiences and the significance of everyday objects, like cell phones, in the midst of societal change. The discussion reflects on the author's journalistic focus on people's emotional and psychological responses to political and social transformations in India and the United States, highlighting the need for empathy towards those navigating rapid societal shifts.
I love this two-part series with Anand Giridharadas, author of The Persuaders: At the Front Lines of the Fight for Hearts, Minds, and Democracy. Every now and then, I come across something that makes me think in a completely new way, and this was one of those times. We talk about this concept of persuasion — the ability to reach across differences and believe that others are movable, as well as the idea that I have the capacity to be moved — as being the heart of democracy. I’m so glad you’re here for this conversation, and get ready to be persuaded.
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