

Adam Kotsko, "Neoliberalism's Demons: On the Political Theology of Late Capital" (Stanford UP, 2018)
Nov 25, 2020
Adam Kotsko discusses neoliberalism's political theology, emphasizing self-denial's role in mystifying neoliberalism. He challenges the economics-politics dichotomy and highlights how neoliberalism assigns blame to those who fail. The podcast delves into the pervasiveness of neoliberalism in society, its impact on inequality, and collaborations between neoliberals and neoconservatives. It also explores the historical ties between the religious right and capitalism, tracing the evolution of neoliberalism through phases and analyzing Trumpism's alignment with neoliberalism.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Critiquing Neoliberalism: Personal Experiences and Theological Parallels
02:44 • 24min
Critique of Neoliberalism and Political Demonization
26:59 • 21min
Exploring the Relationship Between Neoliberals and Neoconservatives
48:04 • 5min
Historical Evolution of the Religious Right's Alignment with Marketization
52:48 • 3min
Analyzing the Phases of Neoliberalism and Current Political Climate
56:03 • 4min
Understanding Neoliberalism, Heresy, and the Right's Reaction
01:00:03 • 16min