Deep Talks | Cultural Theology with Paul Anleitner Metamodernism, Part 2 | A Longing for Mundane Transcendence
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Aug 29, 2023 This podcast explores the cultural shift from modernism to postmodernism and now metamodernism in storytelling. It discusses how metamodern comedy in sitcoms like The Cosby Show and Joe Pera Talks With You offers a sense of sacredness and transcendence in mundane lives. The episode also explores subverting story arcs, the transformative power of attention downscaling, and the core impulse of metamodern storytelling.
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Metamodernism's Sincerity-Irony Dance
- Metamodernism balances sincerity and irony to create multidimensional storytelling.
- It offers a depth that encourages self-reflection rather than systemic critique.
The Cosby Show as Modernist Story
- The Cosby Show embodies modernist storytelling focused on meritocracy and progress.
- It represents inclusive modern values by highlighting self-made success regardless of race.
Seinfeld's Postmodern Comedy
- Seinfeld exemplifies postmodern comedy through deconstruction and embracing mundanity's absurdity.
- The show rejects moral lessons, highlighting meaninglessness and self-absorbed characters.