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The MIRED World in the Anthropocene
A critical parody of The WIRED World that replaces default techno-optimism with cautious criticality — an essential anti-trend report for the Overdeveloped World, by Ted Hunt.
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A critical parody of The WIRED World that replaces the default mindset of optimism with cautious criticality. Navigate the stuck realities of the Anthropocene with this essential anti-trend report for the Overdeveloped World.
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What is The MIRED World in the Anthropocene?
The MIRED World is a digital zine by designer Ted Hunt — a critical parody of The WIRED World that replaces the default mindset of techno-optimism with cautious criticality. It is positioned as an anti-trend report for what Hunt calls the 'Overdeveloped World' navigating the realities of the Anthropocene.
Who is Ted Hunt?
Ted Hunt is a designer and critical theorist, and a Fellow of the School of Critical Design. His work examines time, attention, and the cultural codes of contemporary technology.
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