Žižek And So On Žižek's Scatology
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Aug 19, 2024 
In this engaging discussion, Slavoj Žižek, a leading philosopher in psychoanalysis and ideology, and Adrian Johnston, known for his insights into materialism, delve into the intriguing connections between waste and capitalism. They explore why excrement holds symbolic value, highlighting Freud's perspective that links the highest forms of wealth to the lowest forms of waste. The conversation takes humorous turns, touching on topics like the political implications of toilet sanitation and even Japanese hamburgers, revealing how cultural practices shape our understanding of value and existence.
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Intro
00:00 • 4min
The Cultural Significance of Waste
04:02 • 22min
Caste, Sanitation, and Social Justice
26:23 • 5min
The Materiality of Ideology and Waste
31:05 • 2min
Controversy and Conscience: The Waste Trade
32:51 • 15min
The Skybala of Capitalism and Environmental Paradox
47:30 • 2min
Exploring Scatology and Power Dynamics
49:48 • 6min
The Absurdity of Ice Cream Flavors
56:10 • 3min