Felix Marquardt, an Austrian-American writer and author of "The New Nomads," argues that migration is a fundamental part of the human experience, essential for empowerment and education. In contrast, David Goodhart, a journalist and author, highlights the risks of mass migration, like brain drain and cultural dislocation. They discuss the impact of COVID-19 on perceptions of migration, the ineffectiveness of traditional global forums, and the balance between nationalism and internationalism, urging deeper understanding in this complex issue.
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Pandemic's Impact on Migration
The pandemic reinforced the nation-state and revealed socially conservative and social democratic impulses.
It highlighted the limitations of international institutions and hyperglobalization.
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Interconnectedness of Global Issues
The pandemic reveals the interconnectedness of global issues and challenges the narrative of modernity.
It exposes the fragility of existing systems and highlights the unsustainable nature of "normal" practices.
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True Nomadism
True nomadism involves deep engagement with local contexts, not just superficial mobility.
It's about understanding our place in the world by leaving home and connecting with different communities.
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How the Migration Revolution is Making the World a Better Place
Félix Marquardt
In *The New Nomads*, Félix Marquardt argues that migration is a fundamental aspect of human experience, promoting cultural exchange and personal growth. He advocates for embracing nomadism as a key to humanity's future, despite acknowledging environmental concerns. The book blends personal narrative with broader societal insights, challenging conventional views on migration and its impact.
Head Hand Heart
David Goodhart
A timely analysis of the imbalance in societal status between cognitive,
Sex Robots and Vegan Meat
Jenny Kleeman
In 'Sex Robots and Vegan Meat', Jenny Kleeman delves into the world of technological advancements in four core areas of human experience: birth, food, sex, and death. She explores innovations like lab-grown meat, sex robots, and artificial wombs, questioning their implications on humanity. The book offers a fascinating look at the visionaries driving these changes and the ethical dilemmas they pose.
The road to somewhere
David Goodhart
To some, the very word ‘migration’ generates fear, suspicion and even hatred. But according to Felix Marquardt, author of the acclaimed The New Nomads, we need to look afresh at our notions of the mass movement of people around the world. Far from being abnormal, he claims, the act of going in search of a better life is at the core of human experience. Since the age of the hunter-gatherers, migration has been the most effective means of education, emancipation and empowerment known to humanity. And today, as the world falls increasingly prey to nativist and political polarisation, migration is the surest way to break down barriers and find personal and political emancipation.
That’s the argument that Marquardt made in this special Intelligence Squared event. But according to author David Goodhart, it epitomises the wrongheaded worldview of the global elites who know nothing about the harm mass migration causes to communities on the ground. Rich countries ransack the best and brightest talent of poorer ones leading to brain drain and inequality. And national solidarity is eroded as towns and cities are changed unnervingly fast by inflows of migrants with different cultures and values.
Does the world need more or less mass migration? Listen in for this week's episode.
To buy our speakers books click the links below:
The New Nomads by Felix Marquardt: https://www.simonandschuster.co.uk/books/The-New-Nomads/Felix-Marquardt/9781471177378
Head, Hand, Heart by David Goodhart: https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/313/313407/head-hand-heart/9780141990415.html
Sex Robots and Vegan Meat by Jenny Kleeman:https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sex-Robots-Vegan-Meat-Adventures/dp/1509894888
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