Sun, May 04
|San Francisco
Are We Our Work? {SF}
Bullshit Jobs by David Graeber, selected chapters ⏱️Preparation time: Approx. 2 hours
May 04, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM PDT
San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, USA
Exact location will be shared after registration. Selected Chapters from Bullshit Jobs by David Graeber
How does the nature of our work define who we are, and what happens when our work feels pointless?
Preface: On the Phenomenon of Bullshit Jobs – Graeber introduces the concept of “bullshit jobs,” exploring why so many modern jobs feel pointless and unnecessary.
Chapter 1: What Is a Bullshit Job? – This chapter defines what constitutes a bullshit job and why these jobs are psychologically harmful to those who perform them.
Chapter 6: Why Do We As a Society Not Object to the Growth of Pointless Employment? – Graeber explores the reasons behind the societal acceptance of pointless jobs, despite their negative impact.
Chapter 7: What Are the Political Effects of Bullshit Jobs, and Is There Anything That Can Be Done About This Situation? – This chapter examines the broader political and economic consequences of bullshit jobs, and what can be done to address them.
Length: ~50 pages
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