Deem Audio | Future Feelings with Radha Mistry 06_Future Feelings with Radha Mistry + Julian Bleeker
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Jan 7, 2025 
Julian Bleeker, based in Venice Beach, dives deep into imagination and world-building as keys to unlocking future possibilities. He discusses the transformative 'Imagine Harder Summit', where creatives gathered to inspire collaboration. The conversation shifts to the importance of playfulness and curiosity in creativity, urging a return to childhood influences. They also tackle the complex dynamic of creativity within corporate structures, especially in challenging economic times, and reflect on how storytelling can shape a vibrant and innovative future.
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World-Building as Grounded Imagination
- World-building is a form of grounded imagination, enabling exploration of different scales.
- It allows for deeper inquiry by grounding abstract future concepts.
Grounded Imagining
- Julian Bleecker prefers "grounded imagining" over "world-building."
- He illustrated two approaches: top-down (planetary scale to individual) and bottom-up (object-based exploration).
Value of Play in Futuring
- Playfulness and whimsy are valuable in futuring, allowing for generative exploration.
- Embracing curiosity and making things for the sake of inquiry is important.