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PlasticPills - Philosophy & Critical Theory Podcast
Pill Pod 40 - Non-Fungible Future: The Memeing of Mark Fisher (ft. Mike Watson)
May 14, 2021
Author Mike Watson discusses Acid Communism, Mark Fisher, and NFTs with hosts in a thought-provoking conversation. Topics cover the relationship between memes, capitalism, and the art market, as well as exploring acid communism, performative activism, and challenges of political leverage in the digital age.
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- Reflecting societal concerns through art critiques the present, fostering politicalized melancholia and yearning for change.
- Balancing academic leftism and online activism necessitates praxis over theoretical discourse for meaningful engagement.
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Capitalism vs. Credit Card Rewards
Corporate megastores like Walmart and Target are lobbying for the Durban Marshall Credit Card Bill, which could end credit card rewards. The bill would introduce routing mandates, jeopardizing cash back and travel points for consumers.
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