
Making Sense
"Semiotics can bridge the gap between the psyche and culture."
Untangling the webs of significance within which we've suspended ourselves.
"Semiotics can bridge the gap between the psyche and culture."
On September 27th, a session exploring favorite decoders from literature, movies, TV, and more…
"Resolving tensions or finding new ways to frame an issue often requires some counterfactual thinking."
"What I most enjoy is the absolute rush of realising, of learning something new — the epiphany of an insight."
"A mental shift needs to happen — a shift in the way you see and interact with signs."
"The key is to develop the ability to see, not just look."
"Semiotics is something like psychoanalysis, only not of a person, but of culture."
"Semiotic discourse analysis contributes to deconstructing dominant narratives and amplifying the voices of marginalized groups."
On July 19th, a session — the second of two — building on May's LIMINALITY-themed Semiofest in Porto.
"You have to be both an actor and an observer."
"I’m a huge advocate of semiotics explained in consumer-friendly language."
On June 28th, a session — the first of two — building on May's LIMINALITY-themed Semiofest conference in Porto.
"It’s a bit like 'Don’t mention the war!' — Don’t mention semiotics!"
"Culture is the source of truth and wisdom — and we are but mere vessels."