Hermitix Weil, Theory Fiction, and Academia with Lars Iyer
Oct 18, 2023
Lars Iyer, a British novelist and philosopher of Indian/Danish parentage, discusses his recently published theory fiction novel exploring the philosophy of Simone Vay and academic life in Britain. Topics covered include the role of British comedy in addressing suffering, the marginalization of academic spaces, criticism and support for a house helping people with addiction, the essence of love and vulnerability in human relationships, and the accessibility and emotional impact of the book.
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Introduction
00:00 • 5min
British Comedy and the Reality of Suffering
05:01 • 14min
The Marginalization of Academic Spaces
18:36 • 18min
Criticism and Support for a House Helping People with Addiction
36:56 • 3min
Love and Vulnerability: Exploring the Essence of Human Relationships
40:07 • 12min
Exploring Emotional Impact and Accessibility
51:41 • 2min