We fool ourselves into thinking that our time on this earth is unique. That every challenge we face is new and different, and that no one else can possibly understand the pressures we face.

 

But the simple truth is there are numerous examples of similar circumstances throughout recorded history, whether analogous or identical. It just takes a bit of work to find them and understand the historical context that will prepare us for the future. 

 

In this episode, it's on to the second of the third sculptures at the National Archives as we determine what the future looks like.

 

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Links:

• This episode: smonty.co/fullmonty49
• "Confusing and harmful abundance"
• Socrates' warning
• Malesherbes
• Amazon: Retailers Gonna Retail (Medium)
• The Prime Effect: How Amazon's Two-Day Shipping is Disrupting Retail
• How Sears and Montgomery Ward Changed American Shipping
• Just for fun: The Department Store Museum
• Other commentary and updates at ScottMonty.com

 

Credits:

Theme song: Afternoon by Maestross is on a royalty-free license from Jamendo.com.

Image: public domain

 

 

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