

Library Socialism & The Irreducible Minimum (2019)
35 snips Jan 8, 2024
Dive into the concept of library socialism and the irreducible minimum, where basic human needs are non-negotiable. Explore wage dynamics and the challenges low-wage workers face in a profit-driven world. Artists’ financial struggles and the impact of intellectual property monopolies take center stage, juxtaposed with the lavish lifestyles of the wealthy. Unpack the wage of consent and its implications for personal freedom, while rethinking societal structures to ensure everyone’s needs are met. Envision a utopia with equitable resources and a strong sense of community.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Exploring Library Socialism and Wage Dynamics
03:12 • 11min
Artistic Freedom and Financial Stability Under Capitalism
14:40 • 4min
Exploring Financial Freedom and Artistic Constraints
18:12 • 2min
The Concept of Wage of Consent and Its Implications
20:00 • 2min
Rethinking Human Needs and Societal Reform
21:36 • 14min
Libraries, Labor, and Social Justice
35:26 • 19min
The Dynamics of Class Conflict and Social Justice
54:35 • 5min
The Resilience of Connection in Turmoil
59:21 • 17min
Rethinking Property and Dependence
01:16:46 • 17min
Dreaming of a Utopian Society
01:33:48 • 16min
Exploring Memory and the Role of Librarianship
01:49:31 • 2min
Ambitious Aspirations and Listener Engagement
01:51:05 • 2min
Debating Wrongtopia's Future
01:52:50 • 6min