Stagnation (Round 1)

Readings:
Review of Robert Gordon's "The Rise and Fall of American Growth," by JC (or the book)
Review of J. Storrs Hall's "Where's my Flying Car" by Jason Crawford (or the book)
Tyler Cowen on The Great Stagnation in 2011 - 17 min video (or the book)

The above provide an overview of 3 influential perspectives on stagnation.

You might also consider:
Crawford context setting on technology stagnation and clarifications
... and the delightfully disconcerting WTF Happened in 1971

In 'Stagnation Round 2' we'll look at some more recent perspectives.

Image: A 1958 advertisement for "America's Independent Light and Power Companies" highlighting future electricity needs - via wikimedia commons, photo by Jim Griffin, public domain. This similar advert featuring a future autonomous vehicle is also fun.

When & where: Discussion will be at 6:30PM on Wednesday August 6th - we meet at Vintage Wine Bar & Bookstore (google) - 1101 E 11th St - typically upstairs.

Who should join?
No prior engagement with progress studies or the broader community is necessary. We welcome curious minds interested in progress, humanism, and agency—whether you’re deeply invested or just exploring. Expect a range of viewpoints and constructive, thoughtful dialogue.