Acid Horizon The Case for Becoming-Plant: Karen Houle on Plant Ontology and the Image of Thought
Aug 1, 2020
Karen Houle, an expert in critical vegetal studies, discusses the notion of becoming-plant to challenge the traditional image of thought. Topics include the ethical implications of becoming-plant, its potential uses in addressing climate crisis and racial oppression, the pleasure of writing poetry that incorporates philosophical concepts, exploring the complex aspects of the abortion debate, the importance of considering plants in ethical thinking, delving into the question of being, and the power of attunement and participating in the world.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
The Pleasure of Writing Poetry and the Intersection of Philosophy and Music
03:09 • 2min
Reflection on Abortion, Binary Thinking, and Ethical Perspectives
04:47 • 3min
The Importance of Considering Plants in Ethical Thinking
08:16 • 6min
Exploring the Question of Being
14:39 • 19min
The Power of Attunement and Participating in the World
34:08 • 7min