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On Freedom

Sebastian Junger In Conversation With Sophy Roberts

59 mins watch time

Posted June 2021

Philosophy

Throughout history, humans have been driven by the quest for two cherished ideals: community and freedom. The two don’t coexist easily. We value individuality and self-reliance yet are utterly dependent on community for our most basic needs. In conversation with Sophy Roberts, the bestselling author Sebastian Junger examines the tension that lies at the heart of what it means to be human.