How Modern is the Meaning Crisis? - Suzannah Lipscomb

Was medieval man more fulfilled? Nowadays it seems we have everything we need, so why are we so unhappy?I discuss these questions with historian Suzannah Lipscomb. A fellow of the Royal Historical Society and professor emerita, she has written and edited a number of books, presented numerous TV programmes and is host of the podcast, Not Just the Tudors.Full episode coming soon!My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elliotbewick/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@elliotbewickX: https://x.com/elliotbewickABOUT THE NEXT GENERATION: In a world saturated by social media and marked by skyrocketing rates of anxiety, depression, and ADHD among Gen Z, young people are growing up in a landscape of chaos and contradiction. While protests swell in city streets and activists hurl soup at famous artworks to demand climate action, a quieter crisis unfolds within - the mental and emotional battles faced by a generation trying to make sense of it all.The Next Generation is hosted by 20-year-old Elliot Bewick, offering a raw and honest look at the world through the eyes of those living in it. Bringing together insight from professionals and young people on the ground, this podcast isn’t here to complain or chase clout. It’s here to bend the arc of the modern world towards solutions, truth and a love for the beautiful adventure of life itself.