The Communist Hypothesis and the Ontology of the Event

The podcast episode discusses Elaine Baddou's work on the communist hypothesis, focusing on his ideas about the ontology of the event. Baddou argues that there are certain ruptures in civilization that redefine everything and create a new understanding of the world. He explores historical events such as the Enlightenment, the Cultural Revolution, and the Paris Commune as examples of these transformative moments. Baddou critiques the concept of electoralism and emphasizes the importance of breaking away from the logic of the party state. He calls for a reinstallation of the communist hypothesis and prompts a rethinking of politics in order to move towards a more egalitarian society.