Minds Almost Meeting Consumerism (Robin Hanson & Agnes Callard)
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Mar 7, 2024 
Economist Robin Hanson and philosopher Agnes Callard explore consumerism, societal perceptions of enjoying nature versus shopping, manipulation of desires by individuals and institutions, seduction in the novel 'Ladies Paradise', personal enjoyment and critiques of consumerism, impact of consumerism and media on personal growth, and cultural perceptions of consumer items.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Exploring the Fascination with Consumerism
04:01 • 11min
Exploring the Enhancement of Desire through External Influence
15:06 • 4min
Exploring Consumerism and Seduction in 'Ladies Paradise'
19:31 • 18min
Exploring Personal Enjoyment, Familiarity, and Critiques of Consumerism
37:54 • 2min
Exploring the Impact of Consumerism and Media on Personal Growth
39:41 • 16min
Exploring Consumerism and Cultural Perceptions
56:01 • 3min