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Infinite Greed w/ Adrian Johnston

Žižek And So On

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The Politics of Waste in Capitalism

This chapter examines the critical yet often overlooked topic of waste disposal within political economy, linking it to Freud's theories on money and human behavior. It explores the dynamics of capitalist accumulation, consumer behavior, and the implications of environmental crises in the context of modern capitalist vulnerabilities. The discussion offers a nuanced view of capitalism, challenging conventional perceptions while highlighting the complexities of surplus value and consumer action.

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