

Ep. 225: Simone Weil on War and Oppression (Part Two)
Sep 16, 2019
Simone Weil and Corey Mohler discuss the self-contradictions of power, the intractability of oppression and war, and Weil's positive solution. They explore Weil's critique of oppression and force in societies, her interpretation of the Iliad and Nietzsche's Birth of Tragedy, and the achievements and controversial death of Simone Vi. They also discuss empathy, devotion, gratitude, and farewell, ending with a song about surrender and seeking hope.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Simone Weil's Analysis of Oppression and Force in Societies
04:13 • 20min
Weil's Interpretation of the Iliad and Nietzsche's Birth of Tragedy
23:45 • 21min
Impressive Achievements, Controversial Death, and Sibling Genius
44:48 • 2min
Empathy and Devotion
47:10 • 5min
Gratitude and Farewell
52:29 • 2min
A Song about Surrender and Seeking Hope
54:19 • 4min