Tara Brabazon podcast Doug Boothey 2 - Social capital, consciousness and social responsibility
May 30, 2024
Doug Boothey and Tara Brabazon discuss social capital, consciousness, and social responsibility in the context of contemporary politics and climate change. They explore the impact of the internet on social capital, the role of temperature in climate activism, and the importance of community building. They also discuss the shift in perspectives during the pandemic, emphasizing personal responsibility and engagement in citizenship for strengthening community bonds post-COVID.
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Putnam's Impact on Social Capital
- Robert Putnam's book Bowling Alone changed how we think about social capital and community.
- Its popularity marked a shift in understanding modernity, class, and social consciousness.
Consequences of Social Atomisation
- Social atomisation results from declining participation in community groups and rise of identity politics.
- This hampers community building needed for collective change, especially regarding climate action.
Science Literacy and Climate Activism
- Climate activism requires building communities that transcend individual consumerism.
- Lack of scientific literacy shifts focus to self-interest rather than collective citizenship responsibility.