124: Uh, We Already Live in Gilead, So…

About this episode

The episode discusses the inadequacy of traditional storytelling frameworks like the Hero's Journey in addressing contemporary societal issues.

We need better stories. The Hero's Journey isn't going to help us. No plucky band of rebels is going to land a blow and take the fascists out in one punch.

People in this episode

Host: Jared White

Topics covered

• storytelling
• fascism
• cultural critique
• hero's journey
• narrative
• rebellion

Keywords

• storytelling
• fascism
• Hero's Journey
• cultural critique
• narrative
• rebellion
• society
• technology

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Hero's Journey

Places: Gilead

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