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The Rise of Hobbyists in Art and Technology
2:15:04 - 2:21:43 (06:38)
As our financial freedom grows, there will be a rise in amateur enthusiasts in various fields, such as technology and art. It is interesting to observe how different cultures use various materials to create unique works of art.
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The increase of financial freedom in the world has led to a growth in hobbies and amateur pursuits, not just in the arts, but in science and technology as well.
2:15:04 - 2:18:36 (03:32)
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The increase of financial freedom in the world has led to a growth in hobbies and amateur pursuits, not just in the arts, but in science and technology as well. The speaker expresses interest in studying how different cultures work with materials such as stone and wood to create unique art pieces.
ChapterThe Rise of Hobbyists in Art and Technology
Episode#268 – Robert Proctor: Nazi Science and Ideology
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
A discussion on the tradition of collecting items throughout history, including the practice of curiosity cabinets during the Renaissance period that were often linked with magical and alchemical practices, as well as the importance of rarity and taxonomizing the world in natural history.
2:18:36 - 2:19:47 (01:10)
Summary
A discussion on the tradition of collecting items throughout history, including the practice of curiosity cabinets during the Renaissance period that were often linked with magical and alchemical practices, as well as the importance of rarity and taxonomizing the world in natural history.
ChapterThe Rise of Hobbyists in Art and Technology
Episode#268 – Robert Proctor: Nazi Science and Ideology
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The love-hate relationship that science has with rarity and novelty can be limiting, as singular or rare events can be inspiring.
2:19:47 - 2:21:43 (01:55)
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The love-hate relationship that science has with rarity and novelty can be limiting, as singular or rare events can be inspiring. The rare form of Libyan glass, which fell millions of years ago, is an example of this phenomenon.