Breaking Down: Collapse

Episode 2: Complex Society

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Oct 8, 2020
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INSIGHT

Technological Advancement and Collapse

  • Technological advancements have generally improved over time, making life easier.
  • However, collapse, the reversal of complexity, threatens these advancements and our dependence on them.
INSIGHT

Complexity and Interdependence

  • Complex societies, arising around 3000 BC, are characterized by surplus production, enabling specialization and growth.
  • This specialization leads to interdependence, where individuals rely on each other for various needs, unlike simple societies.
ANECDOTE

Startups as a Model for Specialization

  • Kellin uses the example of startups to illustrate specialization.
  • Initially, founders wear many hats, but as the company grows, roles become more specialized, mirroring societal development.
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