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Empire of dust: what the tiniest specks reveal about the world

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Oct 2, 2023
Exploring the overlooked significance of dust, including its impact on global heating, human health, and the environment. Understanding the obsession with cleaning dust and the historical significance of cleanliness in creating social and racial distinctions.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 4min
2
The Hidden World of Dust
04:21 • 8min
3
The Dusty Challenge: From Invisibility to Obsession
12:12 • 6min
4
The Problem That Has No Name: Housewives, Symbolism, and Social Order
17:43 • 3min
5
The Historical Significance of Dust and Cleanliness
21:09 • 5min