Charlotte Witt discusses the nature and normativity of social norms, drawing insights from artisanal practices. The podcast explores the subtleties of social norms, gender roles, internalism vs externalism debates, excellence in artisanal work, and hierarchical relationships in societal structures.

Charlotte Witt, an accomplished author and academic, discusses the intriguing nature of social norms in her latest work. She examines how our roles, like those of professors or parents, impose unchosen obligations. Witt shares personal experiences from her culturally rich upbringing, highlighting how norms evolve and react to nonconformity. The dialogue dives into the artisanal model of norms, emphasizing care and craftsmanship in social practices, shedding light on the interplay of individual agency and hierarchical structures in shaping our societal roles.