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Felix Guattari in Japan - 'Machinic Eros' with Gary Genosko
Dec 15, 2021
French philosopher and psychoanalyst, Felix Guattari, joins Professor Gary Genosko on this episode to discuss his cultural exchange trips to Japan. They explore machinic value, control societies, and Guattari's enthusiasm for the Free Radio Movement. They also dissect Guattari's conversations with figures from the Japanese Avant-Garde and his invocations of bygone icons of Japanese architecture. Discover Guattari's insights on technology's impact on various aspects of life and his thoughts on cybernetics, control, and liberatory potential. The podcast also covers upcoming projects and activities related to the 30th anniversary of Kiosmosis.
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- Guattari's fascination with Japanese culture influenced his exploration of machinic eros and its impact on society.
- His interactions with Japanese intellectuals and artists expanded his understanding of Japanese culture and its relevance to his work.
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Guattari's work on Japan and his experiences there
Guattari's work on Japan was characterized by his fascination with various aspects of Japanese culture, including architecture, photography, food, and the city of Tokyo. He discovered fragmentary essays on Japan in the Guattari Fons and later compiled them into a chapter called 'Japanese Singularity.' Guattari's interactions and exchanges with Japanese intellectuals and artists during the 1980s played a key role in his exploration of Japanese culture. He participated in exhibitions, lectures, pilgrimages, and visits to various individuals and organizations. Guattari's work shed light on the cultural exchanges between France and Japan during this period.
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