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Intentionally Blank

Why ARE we Nostalgic? — Intentionally Blank Ep. 159

Jun 19, 2024
Bestselling fantasy author Brandon Sanderson and thriller/horror author Dan Wells discuss linguistic puns in East Asian languages, a food heist, the concept of nostalgia, societal morality shifts, unity in past eras, music and fashion trends, news reliability, economic peaks, and modern nostalgia for food and cuisine.
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Quick takeaways

  • Nostalgia for news peaks at ages 7-9 and 25-26, reflecting trust in media evolution.
  • Best fashion moments often remembered in early twenties, emphasizing personal style exploration.

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News Reporting: Trusted Sources

Individuals tend to view news reporting as most reliable when looking back at their lives around the ages of seven to nine and later at approximately 25 to 26 years old. The nostalgia for trusted news sources shows an interesting trend that may coincide with personal experiences and the evolving media landscape.

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