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Long Now: Seminars About Long-term Thinking
Becky Chambers, Annalee Newitz: Resisting Dystopia
Jun 15, 2023
Join Becky Chambers and Annalee Newitz as they discuss resisting dystopia, embracing coziness in fiction, respecting AI workers, and the power of small actions in building a better world. Dive into their immersive worlds filled with non-human persons, peace, and hope, exploring new futures through storytelling and collective efforts.
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- Imagining a world of hope and cooperation is crucial in science fiction to counter dystopian narratives.
- Creating stories focused on small moments, rest, and meaningful connections helps envision a balanced future.
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Resisting Dystopia Through Imagining Hopeful Worlds
Imagining a world where resisting dystopia involves action, struggle, and fighting against broken systems is discussed. The importance of envisioning worlds filled with hope, peace, and cooperation is highlighted. The conversation delves into the significance of portraying realistic futures that are nuanced, avoiding the binary of utopia and dystopia.
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