Within Reason #54 The Cultural Tutor - Why Is The Modern World So Ugly?
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Feb 5, 2024 
The Cultural Tutor, Sheehan Quirke, discusses the importance of beauty in education and the impact of the internet on art, history, and culture. They explore the perception of modern architecture and compare it to past architecture, questioning the beauty of the pyramids. The conversation also touches on gratitude, clean water, and the hazards of historical thinking. They emphasize the value of primary sources in understanding history and the significance of old newspapers and advertisements.
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A Beautiful Education
- Sheehan Quirke's "beautiful education" promotes beauty and knowledge.
- It contrasts with negativity online, offering enriching content on art, history, and culture.
Internet's Potential vs. Reality
- The internet, with vast knowledge, is often used for less valuable content.
- Sheehan Quirke questions the internet's trajectory despite positive anomalies.
Materialism and Internet's Impact
- Material gains should only be considered successful beyond basic needs.
- O'Connor argues internet's exponential growth worsens pre-existing issues.