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Pill Pod 115 - Althusser and Structuralist Marxism

PlasticPills - Philosophy & Critical Theory Podcast

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Louis Althusser and his Contributions to Marxist Theory

The chapter explores Louis Althusser's unique perspective on Marxism, analyzing his critiques of traditional Marxist theory and his emphasis on structuralism and anti-humanism. It discusses Althusser's influence on the development of Marxist theory in the 1960s and his controversial ideas within the European Marxist community. The conversation also delves into Althusser's views on ideology, agency, and the importance of rethinking boundaries within Marxist terms.

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