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Slavoj Žižek's The Sublime Object of Ideology with Rafael Winkler

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The Paradox of Ideology and Meaning

This chapter explores the nature of ideology and the quest for meaning in existence, questioning whether the absence of inherent meaning leads to pessimism or liberation. It delves into the cyclical critique of ideology, the role of cynicism in shaping beliefs, and how historical figures challenging societal norms may paradoxically reflect the ideologies they oppose.

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