Death, Sex & Money Why Ezra Klein Thinks “We're Living Through A Mistake”
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Aug 30, 2023 
New York Times journalist, Ezra Klein, talks about early parenthood, communal living, and his love for Burning Man. He discusses the challenges of raising a family, the impact of difficult pregnancies, and the societal implications of insufficient support. He also mentions his new book, Abundance, What Progress Takes, and recommends episodes of his podcast.
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Early Group House Community
- Ezra Klein lived in a group house with friends early in his career, creating a chosen community with easy camaraderie.
- This living situation was a formative and joyful experience that blended friendship and shared life.
Burning Man: An Escape From Stress
- Ezra Klein first attended Burning Man in 2015 to shock his stressed mind out of work.
- Initially skeptical, he found it provided a rare break from his professional identity.
Burning Man As Community Experiment
- Burning Man is designed as an adult summer camp focused on community and participation, not just a party.
- People return to build and be part of communal experiences rather than for the festivity alone.