A saturation of special

In a society where everyone seeks to stand out, author Hal Niedzviecki argues the ironic effect is that genuine individuality has disappeared, causing the collapse of community and a host of emotional disappointments.

Guests

• Hal Niedzviecki: Author of "Hello I'm Special: How Individuality Became The New Conformity" and co-founder of "Broken Pencil," a Web and print magazine.

Resources

• Hal Niedzviecki's Web site
• Broken Pencil Magazine