The Epoch Philosophy Podcast

The Epoch Philosophy Podcast

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The Epoch Philosophy Podcast episodes

  • What is History? ft. Laborkyle

    Here I am joined with Laborkyle to discuss history, what is it, and the ideological bounds in which it exists and is practiced.

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    1 hr 15 min
  • Žižek and Lacanian Psychoanalysis: How to Read Lacan
    Dive into the complexities of Lacanian psychoanalysis with Žižek's unique interpretation. Discover how Lacan's intricate language and concepts are decoded and applied in Žižek's philosophical framework, connecting with Marx and Hegel. Gain insights into topics like Desire, Lack, Split Subject, Symbolic Order, Imaginary, Ideology, Political Jouissance, and notions of Truth.
    0:00: Intro
    3:47: Approaching Lacan
    6:48: Desire, Lack, and Split Subject
    9:17: Symbolic Order
    13:00: Imaginary
    15:45: Ideology and False Consciousness
    20:02: Political Jouissance
    22:48: Split Law, the Sublime, Notions of Truth
    25:23: Zizek's 'Reading' of Lacan
    27:15: A Message

    #Žižek #LacanianPsychoanalysis #HowtoReadLacan #Philosophy #Desire #Lack #SymbolicOrder #Imaginary #Ideology #PoliticalJouissance #Truth

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    32 min
  • Simulation Theory: Disaster and Marxian Futures, ft. Nightmare Masterclass

    Here I am joined by Dave from Nightmare Masterclass to discuss Simulation Theory and his specific video over it. We go into Nick Bostrom's small paper "ARE YOU LIVING IN A COMPUTER SIMULATION?", the idea of disaster before computational growth, and an inlook into Marxian futures.

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    1 hr 13 min
  • Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels: The German Ideology Explained
    In this episode, we delve into 'The German Ideology,' the seminal work by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels. Discover how this text lays the foundation for historical materialism, dialectical materialism, the division of labor, and the concept of alienation through the labor process. Learn about the critical response to the Young Hegelians and the necessity for a new dialectical philosophy. Perfect for students of philosophy, history, and political science.
    0:00: Intro
    2:15: Illusions of German Ideology
    5:26: History and Consciousness
    8:15: The Real Basis of Ideology
    12:47: The Relation of State and Law to Property
    16:41: Proletarians and Communism
    22:43: A Message

    #KarlMarx #FriedrichEngels #TheGermanIdeology #historicalmaterialism #dialecticalmaterialism #divisionoflabor #alienation #YoungHegelians #philosophy #politicalscience

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    27 min
  • Exploring Cyberpunk: Science Fiction, Philosophy, and Theory
    Explore the role of art, aesthetics, and literature in shaping our understanding of the future, with a specific focus on cyberpunk. Discover how cyberpunk differs from other science fiction genres like Star Wars or Star Trek, and delve into its prescient relevance to contemporary society.
    0:00: Intro
    2:53: Neoliberalism of Cyberpunk
    4:40: Private Military
    5:24: Ultimate Hedonism and Postfordism
    6:41: Transhumanism and Postmodernism
    8:18: The Loss of Future
    10:32: Conclusionary Thoughts
    12:11: A Message

    #Cyberpunk #ScienceFiction #Philosophy #Theory #Art #Aesthetics #Literature #Neoliberalism #PrivateMilitary #Hedonism #Postfordism #Transhumanism #Postmodernism #Future

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    17 min

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A podcast and YouTube channel attempting to make philosophy, critical theory, art, and technology a little easier to understand.