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Adrienne Matei
Writer for The Guardian US, focusing on the intersection of systems crumbling and daily life. Her piece 'Systems are crumbling – but daily life continues. The dissonance is real' inspired the episode.
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Sep 12, 2025
• 56min
Life Goes On While Systems Fray — How Do We Make Sense of the Dissonance?
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Joining the conversation are Kate Woodsome, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and founder of Invisible Threads, and Adrienne Matei, a writer for The Guardian US. They delve into the stark contrast between everyday life and a backdrop of global crises like gun violence and political unrest. The duo explores how we cope with cognitive dissonance, emphasizing the emotional toll it takes. They encourage recognizing our feelings in the midst of chaos and highlight the importance of community, dialogue, and finding joy in simple moments to navigate these turbulent times.
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