The Barbaric Impulse, Part III: Where Culture Comes From (And How it Helps Make Sense of Our Lives)

Everyday there are things we know to do and that we avoid doing. Such norms and customs make up the stuff of culture. But where do these cultural rules of engagement come from? In this episode, we explore how all culture traces back to our desire and, ultimately, to our desire to be known, included, and accepted. Far from being an academic exercise, understanding where culture comes from can change the most intimate details of your life.