

Regimes of Violence with John Protevi
Jan 24, 2025
John Protevi, an expert on Deleuze & Guattari and author of 'Regimes of Violence', shares profound insights into the intersections of violence and cooperation in human nature. He challenges deterministic views in evolutionary psychology, advocating for societal interventions that promote gender equality. Protevi examines how cultural context shapes violence, contrasting the behaviors of chimpanzees and bonobos. He also explores ideology's emotional influences on social behavior and delves into the beauty of teamwork in sports, highlighting its uplifting, collective spirit.
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Intro
00:00 • 5min
Human Nature: Cooperation vs. Violence
04:50 • 16min
Biocultural Perspectives: Identity and Cooperation
21:11 • 25min
Understanding Violence: Biological and Social Contexts
46:25 • 26min
Ideology, Affect, and the Dynamics of Violence
01:12:04 • 26min
The Artistry of Teamwork in Sports
01:38:13 • 6min
Exploring Resonance and Interaction in Philosophy and Everyday Life
01:44:33 • 2min
Exploring the Politics of Joy in Black Feminism
01:46:35 • 6min
Philosophical Reflections and Future Engagement
01:52:05 • 2min