Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard BONUS: Malcolm Gladwell
Jun 19, 2020
Malcolm Gladwell, a renowned journalist and author, joins the conversation to promote the upcoming season of his podcast, Revisionist History. They delve into the intriguing themes for the new episodes, such as art ownership, the unique challenges of hoarding, and the intersection of art and crime. Gladwell shares insights on media narratives, the creative process behind podcasting, and how societal issues influence storytelling. With a blend of humor and depth, they challenge conventional perspectives while highlighting the importance of understanding culture.
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Gladwell's Hiring Anecdote
- Malcolm Gladwell interviewed all his past assistants to uncover how he hired them despite having no memory of the process.
- He found his hiring methods were minimal and somewhat nihilistic, but surprisingly effective.
Hoarding and Memory Connection
- Hoarders experience emotional attachment to many objects as each item conjures powerful memories for them.
- Randy Frost explained that this is not pathological but a different brain wiring appreciating beauty in the ordinary.
Museums as Art Hoarders
- Museums hoard vast art collections, with around 95% of art unseen in storage facilities, contradicting their purpose to display art.
- They accumulate more artwork yet allocate resources to storing, making them akin to high-end hoarders.
