This episode explores individualism in today’s society, focusing on how people balance personal identity with societal expectations and group norms. The discussion also covers how technology and socioeconomic factors shape individual behavior, ultimately raising questions about how authentic individualism can be, in an increasingly connected world.

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This episode explores how society views aging and the stereotypes that shape those perceptions. Join Alisa, Isaiah, Jaffret, and Camille, as they examines cultural beliefs about older adults, including assumptions about wisdom, decline, competence, and social visibility. The discussion also highlights how media and culture influence these views, and how an empathetic understanding of aging is especially important.

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This episode of the Sociological POV podcast examines how the COVID-19 pandemic reshaped social interaction, contrasting the hosts’ once-active social lives with the isolation experienced during lockdowns. Through personal anecdotes, they highlight the emotional toll of disconnection and critique the growing reliance on digital communication, particularly its potential impact on younger generations’ social skills. The discussion also explores the lingering hesitation many people now feel when initiating conversations or forming new relationships, a challenge increasingly visible in educational settings where students are often reluctant to engage with instructors or peers.

Website: Social Science and Humanities Department at LCC