Signification and Self-Identity

The podcast delves into how names serve as initial markers of alienation, representing a lack of self-identity that each individual carries. Names do not merely describe individuals; they come laden with societal meanings and expectations that shape how one perceives themselves. This idea is illustrated with examples from popular culture, such as the character Woody in Toy Story, whose identity is tethered to the name of his owner. The pursuit of living up to one's name often leads to feelings of inadequacy, further emphasizing the intrinsic division within the self, as no one can fully embody the expectations tied to their given name.