In a recent podcast episode, critics Vinson Cunningham, Naomi Fry, and Alexandra Schwartz dive into 'The Age of Choice,' a book by historian Sophia Rosenfeld. They explore the evolution of choice in modern life, noting how an abundance of options often conceals a lack of deep, meaningful choices in other areas. The discussion reveals that while personal choice is celebrated, this focus on the individual can foster feelings of alienation, with Cunningham emphasizing the importance of community and connection in overcoming such isolation.
When all you do is choose, choose, choose, what you do is end up by yourself. Putting yourself with people seems to be one of the salves.
The hosts discuss 'The Age of Choice,' a new book by the historian Sophia Rosenfeld, which traces how our fixation with the freedom to choose has evolved over the centuries.
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