Background and Academic Journey

The speaker discusses his academic background, focusing on his current position at the California Institute of the Arts and his previous teaching roles. He highlights the interdisciplinary nature of his studies, which include cultural studies, media studies, and heterodox economics, complemented by a keen interest in radical politics. His journey began with philosophy and theory, which initially led him to skepticism about politics, but a radicalization during college propelled him into campus activism. This blend of academic study and real-world political engagement shapes his current work and research interests.