Welcome to this week’s edition of Simon Sees!
Inspired by our recent Future With Friends conversation with Col Fink, this week we’re diving into the future of how we’ll live – physically, socially, and communally.
We kick things off with Elon Musk’s idea of relocating his children and their mothers into a single compound… perhaps he could use a quick course in scenario planning. Then we explore the fascinating world of “Preppers” – a subculture of people preparing for collapse and disruption – thanks to a tip-off from Steph Clarke (you might remember her from Episode 1 of TFWF). And finally, we take a look at the future of house construction, where entire homes are now being 3D-printed from concrete in the name of speed, cost, and sustainability.
Whether we’re ready for it or not, the way we live is changing. The question is – will we shape that future, or simply react to it?
Let’s explore.
FUTURISM
Elon Musk Working to Move His Children and Mothers to Strange Compound
“Multi-hyphenate billionaire and reproduction-obsessed father of 11 children Elon Musk wants to move his entire patchwork family into a collection of three mansions in Austin, Texas — a plan that sounds more than a bit like the beginning of a terrifying cult documentary.”
UNSW SYDNEY
Preppers Podcast
Episode 1: Ready or Not
“What have you got under your bed? Often it’s nothing, or it’s just piles of junk – lots of old shoes you don’t wear anymore. Well, clear them out. And now let’s make that an important stash of food and water… And throw in a first aid kit while you’re at it.”
THE COOL DOWN
Developer shares first-of-its-kind 3D-printed house with a head-turning look: ‘More creative’
“In Lynchburg, Virginia, a real estate developer has turned to 3D printing in an attempt to usher in a new generation of affordable housing. “
THE FUTURE WITH FRIENDS PODCAST
Ep 4: The Future of How we Will Live
In this latest episode, I’m joined by the brilliant (and deeply thoughtful) Col Fink for a conversation that challenges our modern obsession with independence. Together, we imagine a future where communal living – like the village life of our ancestors – isn’t just idealistic, but necessary for our wellbeing.
This conversation invites us to reimagine what a good life looks like – and reminds us that the future we need may be closer to the one we left behind.
Watch now: https://simonwaller.com.au/the-future-with-friends/episode-4/
Also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
Simon