Shop Class as Soulcraft: An Inquiry Into the Value of Work
Matthew B. Crawford
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Ready to uncover the true value of practical knowledge and hands-on learning?
How do firefighters and chess masters use their tacit knowledge to make life-saving decisions?
Can manual labor and trades offer a rich blend of intellectual engagement and practical fulfillment?
Dive into a journey that challenges societal norms and institutional metrics and underlines the importance of finding vocations that truly engage human capacities.
Ready to uncover the true value of practical knowledge and hands-on learning?
How do firefighters and chess masters use their tacit knowledge to make life-saving decisions?
Can manual labor and trades offer a rich blend of intellectual engagement and practical fulfillment?
Dive into a journey that challenges societal norms and institutional metrics and underlines the importance of finding vocations that truly engage human capacities.
Key Ideas
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#1
Is Manual Labor the Unsung Hero of Modern Education and Job Security?
01 Jan 1970
02:50
02:50
#2
From Assembly Lines to Creative Economy: Richard Florida's Vision vs. Reality
01 Jan 1970
02:38
02:38
#3
Are Modern Conveniences Eroding Our Sense of Agency and Fulfillment?
01 Jan 1970
02:35
02:35
#4
From Porsche Shop to Life Lessons: A Journey of Crafting Confidence and Character
01 Jan 1970
03:05
03:05
#5
Could Iris Murdoch's Philosophy Unlock the Secrets of Motorcycle Repair?
01 Jan 1970
03:30
03:30
#6
From Dilbert to The Office: The Absurd Reality of Modern White-Collar Work
01 Jan 1970
02:30
02:30
#7
Can Intuition and Experience Outperform Algorithms in High-Stakes Professions?
01 Jan 1970
02:42
02:42
#8
Nadia Comaneci's Perfect 10: Blurring Lines Between Work and Leisure
01 Jan 1970
02:21
02:21
#9
Final Recap
01 Jan 1970
02:08
02:08
About Author
Matthew B. Crawford is a philosopher and mechanic, known for his thought-provoking works on the nature of work and its impact on human fulfillment. He authored "Shop Class as Soulcraft: An Inquiry Into the Value of Work," a book that explores the intellectual and practical merits of manual labor. Crawford has a Ph.D. in political philosophy from the University of Chicago and runs a motorcycle repair shop in Richmond, Virginia. His writings challenge the conventional dichotomy between white-collar and blue-collar work, advocating for the intrinsic value found in skilled trades.
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