Deem Audio | Future Feelings with Radha Mistry 02_Future Feelings with Radha Mistry + Anab Jain
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Nov 5, 2024 
Anab Jain is a London-based designer, futurist, filmmaker, and educator, co-founder of Superflux, which focuses on speculative design. The discussion dives into the intersection of design and futurism, highlighting inclusive practices and emotional storytelling as tools for climate action. Jain shares insights on navigating agency and hope in young designers' journeys, emphasizing the role of critical design thinking. They explore human-AI collaboration in addressing global challenges, advocating for a reflective approach to nurturing creativity and meaningful practices.
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Redefining Futurism
- Anab Jain defines futurism as going beyond corporate trend analysis.
- It incorporates design, art, and experience to bring creative perspectives, especially from women and people of color.
Path to Futurism
- Anab Jain's path to futurism wasn't through science fiction but Indian myths and epics.
- Her filmmaking background and exposure to design interactions shaped her unique approach.
Embodied Futures
- Data and projections alone don't motivate action on future challenges like climate change.
- Embodied experiences and stories connect emotionally, prompting people to consider acting.