A century of tomorrows by Glenn Adamson: How imagining the future shapes the present

A century of tomorrows by Glenn AdamsonGet the book: https://amzn.to/3ZqIFUHFor millennia, predicting the future was the province of priests and prophets, the realm of astrologers and seers. Then, in the twentieth century, futurologists emerged, claiming that data and design could make planning into a rational certainty. Over time, many of these technologists and trend forecasters amassed power as public intellectuals, even as … This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ideas.nextbigwhat.com/subscribe