Episode 1: Othering in Pandemics

Welcome back! In this episode, we are looking backward and forward. Who made sacrifices during the pandemic? Pandemic fatigue? What about the rule?

HIghlighting a thesis from 2019 on a social experiment in a small town called Riace. Introduction of the thesis starts at 3:46, Q&A starts at 11:53.

In this episode, we are discussing the notions of “conspiracy” using examples around the world to reveal aspects of our society. Breakdown: 2:24--Conspiracy theories & social anthropology. 7:05--Chilean perspective on conspiracy theories 18:58--Singaporean perspectives on conspiracy theories. 25:57-- Who gets to be the judge? 33:02-- Conspiracy theories are not necessarily "movements". 38:13-- How do we conceptualize conspiracy theories? 48:41-- brief summary

This episode, we are discussing othering in the time of pandemics. What is othering, and what is othering in current times? Guests and hosts from different locations of the world will contribute their unique perspectives.

An introductory episode in which we talk about ourselves and how social anthropology revolves around our lives. We will also discuss the upcoming content for this channel. Music credit: Bensounds; "Buddy" "Light Guitar"