Theory & Philosophy

Herbert Marcuse's "One-Dimensional Man" (Part 1/2)

Sep 21, 2019
In this podcast, the hosts discuss Herbert Marcuse's 'One-Dimensional Man' and its critique of late capitalism. They explore topics such as the suppression of individuality, true and false needs, hyper consumption, and the illusion of freedom. They also delve into linguistic and political contradictions in society. This thought-provoking episode combines Marxism and Freudian psychoanalysis to challenge the norms of our current economic system.
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