

ACFM Microdose: Californian Capitalism w/ Malcolm Harris
Aug 2, 2023
Author Malcolm Harris discusses the unique political history of Palo Alto, connecting the founding of California, the emergence of Silicon Valley, and the influence of the military-industrial complex. The podcast challenges the narrative of Silicon Valley's origins, explores the role of eugenics and class struggle in Palo Alto's history, and examines the ties between weapon manufacturing and the development of the region. It also delves into the unexplored paths of personal computing and the Internet, highlighting their potential for different ideological outcomes.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Impersonal Forces and Individual Stories
01:30 • 9min
Escaping Class Struggle and the Role of Eugenics
10:58 • 14min
Reevaluating the History of Silicon Valley
25:10 • 12min
Weapon Manufacturing and the Origins of Silicon Valley
36:42 • 13min
The Unexplored Paths of Personal Computing and the Internet
49:54 • 6min