Theory & Philosophy

The Angel of History | Walter Benjamin | Keyword

Oct 17, 2023
This podcast explores Walter Benjamin's notion of the Angel of History. It delves into our relationship with the past, power dynamics in history, and the critique of historical materialism. It raises questions about history's violence and the need for understanding to prevent repetition.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 1min
2
Understanding the Angel of History and Our Relationship to the Past
01:23 • 3min
3
Power dynamics, historical materialism, and the angel of history
04:16 • 2min
4
Exploring the Angel of History and the Ambiguity of Picking Up the Pieces
06:38 • 3min