# Summer of Ludd: The Kids Are Alright Offline

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Podcast: [The John Johnston Lounge](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-john-johnston-lounge-3300872)
Published: 2026-06-24T10:59:00+00:00
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John Johnston (JJ) breaks down how widespread techno-pessimism has sparked a positive and burgeoning analog movement, and an offline “Summer of Ludd” festival in New York. Other offline, phone-free events have been springing-up around the world, aiming for intentional, “unplugged” human connection. Related episodes: Is Elon’s SpaceX ‘Coup’ About to Rob Your 401K? https://open.spotify.com/episode/0Cz8MYXopM3MAeLsAiy8EQ Palantir’s Descent into Fascism is Scaring its Employees https://open.spotify.com/episode/3jGJYY04I9aGgr7HHIb54V The Revolt Against AI Data Centers is EXPLODING https://open.spotify.com/episode/2TVCeg83Gd4KlfgLooGTkk

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