Optimism of the Will: Thoughts on Persisting in Times of Struggle
First published
06/05/2022
Genres:
arts
Summary
In this emergency pod, Conall and Emerson discuss recent negative events in the world - such as the highly likely overturning of Roe v Wade, the Russian attack on Ukraine, or recent shootings in Uvalde, Texas and Buffalo, New York. We discuss peoples' feelings of hopelessness and helplessness in times like these, and how we can work through these feelings while also orienting ourselves toward action for a better future. We also look back at the Sandy Hook shooting and what did - and didn't - ...
Duration
3233 minutes
Parent Podcast
The Great Purple State
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