Pill Pod 87 - The Idea of Communism IV ft. Diego Ruzzarin
Jul 20, 2022
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Diego Ruzzarin, expert on Communism in Latin America, discusses soccer economics, psychoanalysis, leftist ideologies, and challenges faced by left-leaning leaders. They explore the concept of property in leftist ideology and the contrast between utopia for the wealthy and dystopia for the 99%. The podcast also delves into human nature, communism, and the importance of property ownership. Finally, the episode touches on passing laws in Mexico and previews an upcoming live event on Ibero-fonia.
Property ownership debates in Latin America spark discussions on commons and technology.
Shifts in property dynamics impact generational aspirations and notions of ownership.
Global power analyses reveal economic and social challenges within regions like Latin America.
Critique of capitalism emphasizes centralization's impact on individual access and ownership scarcity.
Deep dives
Aims and Goals: The Importance of Property in Institutions
Diverse political aims and goals, challenges the validity of the property concept within institutions under the specter of legitimacy and stability. While institutions are vital for safety and order, the notion of property, both private and individual, raises questions on ownership in a future where people may struggle to afford basic necessities, urging a debate on the commons, territory, technology ownership, and questionable privatization.
Injustice vs. Disorder: Preferences in Governance
Tensions between justice and disorder point to a preference for regulated political systems over anarchy. Recognizing the need for institutionally acknowledged property, the discussion delves into the distinction between private and individual property, emphasizing the significance of property rights within a framework that defines ownership and authority.
The Challenge of Homeownership: Fear of Homelessness
Shifts in property ownership dynamics, like the diminishing likelihood of homeownership and increased renting culture, lead to fears of eternal renting and potential homelessness. Contrast between parental aspirations of property ownership contrast with current generation's concerns over security, indicating the impact on subjectivity and wellbeing.
Global Perspectives: Opening the Dialogue on China and Latin America
Diverging views on global powers emerge, with intricate discussions on the political, social, and economic impact of countries like China and challenges within Latin American regions. Analyzing media narratives, property ownership, and governance models, broader perspectives on international relations and economic tactics are revealed, influencing ideologies and future trajectories.
Critique of Capitalism and Materialistic Criticism
Critique of capitalism is framed around the concept of centralized ownership, affecting individuals' access to basic needs and job security due to increasing centralization and loss of acquisitive power, leading to a future where ownership is scarce. The materialistic criticism challenges the notion that capitalism promotes widespread ownership, emphasizing concerns about individuals owning nothing and limited options.
Exploring Human Subjectivity and Structures
The discussion delves into the complexity of human subjectivity and its relationship with societal structures. While one perspective sees subjectivity as influenced by external structures, suggesting they reflect societal conditions, another viewpoint questions whether human nature is primarily defined by recognized social structures, emphasizing a dialectic relationship between structures and desires.
Role of Property in Shaping New Possibilities and Subjectivities
The conversation highlights the significance of property in reshaping individual possibilities and subjectivities. Advocating for redefining the concept of property to secure subsistence and open avenues for new subjectivities beyond the capitalist framework, the discourse underscores the need for concrete aims and collective efforts to challenge existing power dynamics.
It's more answers without questions, in part IV of our "Idea of Communism" series. We're getting the hot takes from Diego Ruzzarin (@DiegoRuzzarin) on what he thinks the Idea of Communism means for Latin America particularly, what's up with psychoanalysis, and the other stuff he's working on. Find our content mill over at https://www.patreon.com/plasticpills
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