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Philosophize This!

Episode #153 ... The Frankfurt School - Walter Benjamin pt. 2 - Distraction

Apr 1, 2021
24:26

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  • Walter Benjamin's exploration of the relationship between technological advancements and the sensory experience of individuals is highly relevant in today's society.
  • Benjamin highlights the effects of mass reproduction on art and its political implications, as well as the decline of representative democracy in the face of direct communication between political leaders and the masses.

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Walter Benjamin's work remains relevant today

Walter Benjamin's work continues to be relevant in today's society due to his exploration of the relationship between technological advancements and the sensory experience of individuals. His focus on how changing technology can alter a person and the political subject can be applied to modern technologies like the internet and smartphones. In a world where new technology is constantly introduced, Benjamin's work holds particular importance.

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