Brett Bowden

Professor Brett Bowden from Western Sydney University discusses his new book, which critiques our fixation on the present. He introduces the concept of tempocentrism, arguing it distorts our view of history and progress, often displaying bias. The conversation explores the clash between human urgency and geological timelines, questioning labels like the Anthropocene. Bowden advocates for patience over immediacy in decision-making, emphasizing the need to reflect on our place in nature rather than viewing civilization as its conqueror.

Brett Bowden, Professor of Historical and Philosophical Inquiry at Western Sydney University and author of "Now Is Not the Time: Inside Our Obsession with the Present," delves into our fixation on the present moment. He critiques tempocentrism, highlighting how it skews our understanding of history and progress. Bowden discusses the paradox of humanity’s urgency versus the slow pace of geological time and advocates for a more integrated view of our relationship with nature. His insights challenge listeners to consider the broader context of time in decision-making.