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Dancing in the Streets

14 min read 19 min listen Narrated by Sophie
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What’s it about?

A riveting history of collective joy—from ancient ecstatic rituals to modern suppression—and why reclaiming communal celebration is essential to our humanity.

You’ll learn

  • Collective joy was once central to human life
  • Authorities suppressed ecstatic rituals as threats
  • Loss of communal ecstasy fuels modern depression
  • Reclaiming dance and celebration is vital