
Lost Futures: A Mark Fisher Podcast Lost Futures: S2E1: Its easier to imagine the end of the world than the end of capitalism.
Jan 15, 2024
The discussion explores dystopian themes in 'Children of Men', emphasizing hope and despair amidst societal collapse. It critiques neoliberalism's impact on democracy and examines the disillusionment of younger generations towards capitalism. The conversation touches on the co-optation of subversive culture and the authenticity struggles within the music industry, using Kurt Cobain as a lens. Finally, it introduces the dark realities of capitalism, framing it as a barrier to envisioning alternative futures beyond the current system.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Neoliberal Dystopia in 'Children of Men'
01:58 • 5min
Capitalist Realism and Cultural Dystopia
06:58 • 21min
Capitalist Realism and its Discontents
28:02 • 17min
The Constraints of Capitalist Realism and Generational Memory
44:42 • 3min
pre-corporation and the commodification of subversion
47:21 • 4min
Fame, Authenticity, and Alienation in Music
51:22 • 13min
Exploring Capitalism's Dark Realities
01:04:20 • 2min
