# 052: In the Kali Yuga

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Podcast: [Satellite Haiku](https://stenobird.com/podcast/satellite-haiku-7095905)
Published: 2026-03-24T21:35:19+00:00
Episode link: https://satellitehaiku.substack.com/p/052-in-the-kali-yuga
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We talk about the challenge of focusing on normal life, Trump’s fundamental laziness and capriciousness, art after tragedies like 9/11, the diminishing returns of escapism, dystopia-induced anxiety vs depression, eschatological beliefs, children as an investment with delayed returns, society vs selfishness, the hierarchy of self-identification, what capitalism can and can’t solve, America as non-dualist, alternative energy opportunities and challenges. Mentioned in this episode Spun (2002 film starring Jason Schwartzman, Brittany Murphy) Ill Fares the Land - book by historian Tony Judt Sold a Story - podcast series about reading instruction in American schools (“whole language” vs phonics and the science of reading) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit satellitehaiku.substack.com

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