Solacene

Today completes our trio of episodes exploring the 'Solarpunk' aesthetic with a discussion of technologies that may populate the world of said aesthetic. From ancient social customs to existing household novelties, and futuristic fancies (electric frogs!), these 10 technologies are sure to knock your solar socks off.

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There aren't many solarpunk stories. Whether that's because of the relative unpopularity of the aesthetic, its focus on architecture rather than people, or the difficulty of inserting compelling narratives into idyllic settings, this podcast seeks to fill the gap! Listen to here us outline potential arcs and archetypes for the budding genre, while crafting a story of our own at the same time.

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Solarpunk: big friendly cities, futuristic architecture, and greenery in every nook and cranny. But is this 'aesthetic' something viable which can help us shape the world, or just another one of many escapist hashtags? Listen to hear our thoughts, as well as comparisons to other online subcultures like cottagecore and dark academia!

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In a meta conversation about conversation, Aaron and Alicia reflect on lessons they have learned from life and podcasting about how to be a better speaker. In this episode they also discuss how the places and mediums we communicate through impact our relationships.

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Zip lines or pogo sticks? Portable gaming or robot assistants? Termites??? This episode is a game of 'would you rather' regarding our ideas for a utopian future. LISTEN and play along!

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This week is the FINAL in our semester about fashion in the ideal future. We each chose one last topic to get on our soap box (or should we say shoe box) about. Without too many spoilers, Aaron has a monologue about toes and Alicia about education, what else is new? To wrap it up we review the highlights and key takeaways from the semester.

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This week we review and predict fashion trends from this year and next. Trends are much more than the clothes we wear, they reflect the social, economic, artistic, and political environment. We dive into the deeper environmental meaning of what we will be wearing in the future.

Some of our favorite trends: bows, red, and sock shoes.

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In a future where fashion is returned to an art rather than a product, will there still be room for luxury? On this episode we imagine a high fashion industry that is generative for people and planet. Of course in true Solacene fashion we imagine a walkway show (get it, because its slow fashion?).

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This episode features a discussion of everything that happens after clothes are made, bought, and worn- their treatment and eventual 'end of life'. How can things be more circular in the Solacene? Why is thrifting so popular with Gen Z? What is Alicia's favorite stain??? Listen to find out!

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In our "everything but fashion" episode of the fashion semester, we do a deep dive on hair and make-up ad how these aspects of self expression can contribute to community. We also discuss how fast homewares have taken over the internet and what economic theory we can larn from this phenomenon to transition from acceleration to degrowth. Finally, Aaron talks about storage, and how storing your clothes can make the world a better place.

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