Episode
#344 - Luke Burgis - Mimetic Desire: Why Do We Want?
1:02:27
Published: Thu Jul 08 2021
Description
Luke Burgis is an entrepreneur and author. We feel like we are in charge of our wants. Like we're the creator of our desires. But Rene Girard's theory of Mimetic Desire suggests an alternative - all we are doing is copying and modelling other people's wants, and then spitting them back out as our own. Expect to learn why you're going to die of a Brazilian butt lift, why mimesis is a kind of alchemy, how mimetic desires cause people to become scapegoats, why Lamborghini's creation story is explained by Rene Girard and much more... Sponsors: Get a Free Sample Pack of all LMNT Flavours at https://www.drinklmnt.com/modernwisdom (discount automatically applied) Get 83% discount & 3 months free from Surfshark VPN at https://surfshark.deals/MODERNWISDOM (use code MODERNWISDOM) Extra Stuff: Buy Wanting - https://amzn.to/3hpLFe9 Check out Luke's website - https://lukeburgis.com/ Get my free Ultimate Life Hacks List to 10x your daily productivity → https://chriswillx.com/lifehacks/ To support me on Patreon (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/modernwisdom - Get in touch. Join the discussion with me and other like minded listeners in the episode comments on the MW YouTube Channel or message me... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/chriswillx YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ModernWisdomPodcast Email: https://www.chriswillx.com/contact
Chapters
Entrepreneur and author Luke Burgess joins the show to discuss René Girard's theory of mimetic desires, which suggests that our wants and desires are actually just copied and modelled from others, leading to the creation of scapegoats and potentially harmful outcomes.
00:00 - 00:58 (00:58)
Summary
Entrepreneur and author Luke Burgess joins the show to discuss René Girard's theory of mimetic desires, which suggests that our wants and desires are actually just copied and modelled from others, leading to the creation of scapegoats and potentially harmful outcomes.
Episode#344 - Luke Burgis - Mimetic Desire: Why Do We Want?
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00:58 - 04:53 (03:55)
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Episode#344 - Luke Burgis - Mimetic Desire: Why Do We Want?
PodcastModern Wisdom
In this transcript, the speaker highlights the importance of recognizing our mimetic nature and understanding the objective goods in our world that may be overshadowed by the mimetic craziness of society, leading to personal growth.
04:53 - 12:49 (07:56)
Summary
In this transcript, the speaker highlights the importance of recognizing our mimetic nature and understanding the objective goods in our world that may be overshadowed by the mimetic craziness of society, leading to personal growth.
Episode#344 - Luke Burgis - Mimetic Desire: Why Do We Want?
PodcastModern Wisdom
This podcast discusses the concept of mimetic desire found in classic literature, and how it is hardwired into humans through mirror neurons discovered by neuroscientists.
12:50 - 21:23 (08:33)
Summary
This podcast discusses the concept of mimetic desire found in classic literature, and how it is hardwired into humans through mirror neurons discovered by neuroscientists. It also explores how the desire to imitate others can drive our behaviors and actions.
Episode#344 - Luke Burgis - Mimetic Desire: Why Do We Want?
PodcastModern Wisdom
The color red can be attractive due to an instinctual response seen in animals, but humans can also question their desires if those around them do not seem to share the same attraction, leading to doubts and uncertainty.
21:23 - 27:23 (05:59)
Summary
The color red can be attractive due to an instinctual response seen in animals, but humans can also question their desires if those around them do not seem to share the same attraction, leading to doubts and uncertainty.
Episode#344 - Luke Burgis - Mimetic Desire: Why Do We Want?
PodcastModern Wisdom
The conversation explores the trend of hyper-mimetic behavior, the search for shared values and models, and the role of imitation in culture and business.
27:23 - 43:24 (16:01)
Summary
The conversation explores the trend of hyper-mimetic behavior, the search for shared values and models, and the role of imitation in culture and business.
Episode#344 - Luke Burgis - Mimetic Desire: Why Do We Want?
PodcastModern Wisdom
This episode discusses the origins of Lamborghini and the role of mediocre desire in our lives.
43:25 - 52:38 (09:13)
Summary
This episode discusses the origins of Lamborghini and the role of mediocre desire in our lives. The story highlights how mediocrity can be a driving force in our lives for better or for worse.
Episode#344 - Luke Burgis - Mimetic Desire: Why Do We Want?
PodcastModern Wisdom
Reflecting on influential models and taking note of whether they align with our personal desires and goals can help shape the way we interact with the world around us.
52:38 - 1:02:24 (09:45)
Summary
Reflecting on influential models and taking note of whether they align with our personal desires and goals can help shape the way we interact with the world around us.