Crazy Town Sane Town: A Realistic Vision of Life 100 Years from Now
Dec 17, 2025
Join Alex Leff, host of the Human Nature Odyssey podcast, as he explores a realistic future 100 years from now, away from the shiny techno-utopias we've been promised. Expect whimsical scenes of communal village life, low-energy lifestyles, and engaging with nature. The discussion ventures into how we might navigate local governance, the importance of preserving skills, and the reshaping of economies towards bioregional systems. With humor and insight, they muse over the blend of work and play while preparing for a resilient, grounded existence.
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Childhood Trip That Shaped A Vision
- Jason Bradford cried on a school trip to the Marin Headlands because he loved being in nature and didn't want to leave.
- That experience shapes his hope for a future where people live in real connection with the natural world.
The Solar Panel Complexity Question
- Cher Miller questions how much societal complexity is required to manufacture a single solar panel.
- That uncertainty implies many modern technologies may be hard to preserve in a low-energy future.
Design For Durability And Repurposing
- Reuse and scavenge existing metal and infrastructure rather than remaking everything from raw ore.
- Design durable, repairable tools and repurpose parts across machines to stretch limited resources.