

JENNY ODELL: How to *not* save time (and *creatively* reject the productive, growth imperative!)
Jun 25, 2024
In this captivating conversation, Jenny Odell, a New York Times bestselling author and artist, critiques our obsession with productivity and its impact on how we perceive time. She shares insights from her latest book, suggesting that our relationship with time should prioritize creativity over efficiency. Odell emphasizes the need to reject societal pressure, advocating for a communal view of time that fosters deeper connections. By exploring concepts like chronos and kairos, she highlights the transformative power of embracing moments rather than metrics, particularly in the face of climate challenges.
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Intro
00:00 • 5min
Reclaiming Time: Reflections on Productivity and Meaning
05:17 • 12min
Rethinking Time and Productivity
16:53 • 13min
Reimagining Time: From Transactional to Communal
29:36 • 3min
Rethinking Time: Horizontal vs Vertical Perspectives
33:03 • 5min
The Dual Nature of Time: Chronos vs. Kairos
37:38 • 4min
Reimagining Time and Self-Care
41:10 • 19min
Redefining Time: Embracing Moments Over Metrics
01:00:07 • 5min