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Homeward Bound (including The Great Humbling)

The Great Humbling S3E5: 'See Double!'

May 6, 2021
The hosts discuss their accidental journey into futurism and the concept of double vision. They touch on the mythic significance of a single eye and the tension between behavior change and system change.
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Quick takeaways

  • Embracing double vision allows for the exploration of new possibilities and unexpected outcomes in shaping the future.
  • Holding multiple perspectives and balancing radical vision with practical reform is crucial for addressing societal challenges effectively.

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The Power of Double Vision

The podcast episode explores the concept of double vision, the ability to hold conflicting perspectives simultaneously. The hosts discuss the tension between reformism and radicalism, acknowledging the importance of both approaches in driving systemic change. They highlight the danger of solely focusing on individual behavior change and the need for collective action. The concept of the double movement is introduced, illustrating how different trajectories can coexist and shape the future. The hosts emphasize the significance of seeing beyond traditional frameworks and embracing uncertainty to allow for new possibilities and surprising outcomes.

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