Why Theory

Dialectical Reversal

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Jan 22, 2024
The hosts explore dialectical reversal and its relevance to daily life and knowledge. They discuss examples of how weaknesses can turn into strengths and successes into failures. The podcast also examines the influence of capitalism on subjectivity and explores the allure of film noir. The hosts discuss specific examples from the film 'When Harry Met Sally' and the video game 'Final Fantasy 7', focusing on manipulation and remakes. The podcast concludes with a discussion on the potential drawbacks and emancipatory qualities of dialectical reversal in relation to capitalism.
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INSIGHT

Dialectical Reversal Definition

  • Dialectical reversal reveals how internal contradictions within things can create something new.
  • This applies to both our understanding of the world and our own knowledge.
ANECDOTE

Love's Contradictions

  • Todd McGowan shares a personal anecdote about his wife, Hillary.
  • He realized the things that annoyed him, like leaving lights on, stemmed from her care for others.
ANECDOTE

Tennis Backhand

  • Todd McGowan's tennis backhand, initially a weakness, became a strength due to opponents exploiting it.
  • This demonstrates how weaknesses can transform into strengths through dialectical reversal.
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