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Anthropology

The Rise and Fall of Generations

Oct 2, 2023
Tim Ingold discusses 'The Rise and Fall of Generation Now' and explores the metaphor of a rope for social life. The podcast delves into the shifting focus on generations, generational turning points, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on generational division. It also explores contrasting perspectives on life, death, and aging.
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  • Generations should be seen as a process rather than a linear progression.
  • Collaboration between the young and the elderly is crucial to shape the future and sustain collective life.

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The Concept of Generations as a Process

The speaker introduces the concept of generations as a process rather than a linear progression. He questions whether life takes us closer or further away from our ancestors and discusses how social life is sustained through the interplay of generations.

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