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Amy Ireland & Maya B. Kronic - Cute Accelarationism
Jun 24, 2024
Amy Ireland, a Melbourne-based theorist and experimental writer, joins philosopher Maya B. Kronic, head of research at Urbanomic, to discuss their intriguing project, Cute Accelerationism. They explore the joyful yet transformative essence of accelerationism, intertwining personal journeys with broader cultural themes. Topics include the playful philosophy inspired by Deleuze and Guattari, historical and evolutionary views on cuteness, and its implications in contemporary digital culture. The conversation also critiques capitalism's connection to cuteness, advocating for fluid identities and complexity.
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- Engaging with the concept of Kudak allows individuals to explore pliability and joyful abandon, challenging rigid societal narratives.
- The interplay between personal histories and philosophical inquiry highlights how childhood experiences can shape one's understanding of agency and nihilism.
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Surrendering to the Experience
The episode delves into the transformative experience of engaging with Kudak, a concept that symbolizes both surrender and exploration. Participants express how this journey alters both body and mind, allowing them to embrace a state of pliability and joyful abandon. This state challenges the rigid narratives often associated with seriousness and gravity, showing that softness can lead to profound personal revelations. The conversation reflects on how their experience with Kudak prompts questions about identity and the limitations imposed by contemporary societal expectations.
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