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Debunking doomerism: 4 futurists on why we’re actually not f*cked | Kevin Kelly & more

Debunking doomerism: 4 futurists on why we’re actually not f*cked | Kevin Kelly & more

Update: 2025-09-25
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Explore the future with visionaries Kevin Kelly, Peter Schwartz, Ari Wallach, and Tyler Cowen.

While each is looking into the future through a different lens, they all share a belief in the power of optimism and proactive engagement as essential tools for overcoming today's challenges.

Wallach introduces "Longpath," urging long-term thinking, while Kelly advocates for "Protopia," emphasizing gradual progress. Schwartz highlights scenario planning's importance, emphasizing curiosity and collaboration. Cowen reflects on America's progress and calls for urgency.

Together, they stress empathy, transgenerational thinking, and diverse futures to collectively build a better tomorrow. The message: the future is a continuous creation requiring proactive, collective action.



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Debunking doomerism: 4 futurists on why we’re actually not f*cked | Kevin Kelly & more

Debunking doomerism: 4 futurists on why we’re actually not f*cked | Kevin Kelly & more

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