Bullshit Jobs
Sep 04, 2018•43 min
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Summary
This episode delves into anthropologist David Graeber's concept of 'bullshit jobs'—roles that even their holders deem utterly pointless. It examines why these positions, often administrative or managerial, are proliferating despite causing deep psychological distress, and how they challenge our understanding of work's value. The discussion classifies different types of BS jobs and explores the potential for solutions like universal basic income to foster more meaningful lives.Episode description
Have you ever had a job where you had to stop and ask yourself: what am I doing here? If I quit tomorrow, would anyone even notice? This week on Hidden Brain, we talk with anthropologist David Graeber about the rise of what he calls "bullshit jobs," and how these positions affect the people who hold them.
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