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Prophets of the Earth: Rethinking Dragons, Humanity and the Anthropocene with Kam Zeb

Prophets of the Earth: Rethinking Dragons, Humanity and the Anthropocene with Kam Zeb

Update: 2025-06-16
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In this thought-provoking episode, PhD researcher Kam Zeb delves into the rich symbolism of dragons in mid-19th to early 20th century literature - and how these mythical beings challenge our understanding of what it means to be human. Drawing on posthumanist theory, Kam explores dragons as complex figures that blur the boundaries between nature, technology, morality and identity. From Siegfried’s blood-soaked metamorphosis to mechanical dragons of the modern age, this conversation invites listeners to rethink humanity’s place in the world - and imagine a more connected future. Correction: When discussing Beowulf, Kam said that the word 'geniwad' was a hapax, but he has since discovered that it is actually a triplex - used twice in the form geniwod and one as geniwad.
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Prophets of the Earth: Rethinking Dragons, Humanity and the Anthropocene with Kam Zeb

Prophets of the Earth: Rethinking Dragons, Humanity and the Anthropocene with Kam Zeb

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