Against Everyone with Conner Habib AEWCH 285: HOW TO LIVE IN 2025: CONNECT with DEAN SPADE
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Jan 22, 2025 Dean Spade, an organizer, activist, and writer, discusses the transformative power of connection in combating societal disconnection. He emphasizes how genuine relationships can foster mutual aid and resilience, especially in times of crisis. Spade introduces ideas from his book, 'Love in a F*cked-Up World,' advocating for relationships grounded in desire and community support. The conversation also touches on the importance of navigating grief together, building consent, and redefining masculinity to create a more inclusive society.
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Connection as Remedy
- Disconnection fuels power, creating a void of emptiness.
- Connection is the remedy and the meaning we seek, forming networks of mutual aid and love.
Love in a F*cked-Up World
- Dean Spade's book, "Love in a F*cked-Up World," explores building relationships in a challenging world.
- It emphasizes creating a better world through better relationships, informed by our desires.
Bridging Political Divides
- Conner Habib shares a story about connecting with a friend with differing views on Israel.
- Despite initial fears and disagreements, listening created space for understanding and growth.
