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The Work of Friedrich Kittler with Geoffrey Winthrop-Young

Sep 25, 2024
Geoffrey Winthrop-Young, a researcher focusing on media theory and posthumanism, dives deep into Friedrich Kittler's influential ideas. He shares personal anecdotes that highlight Kittler's unique lectures and character. The conversation explores the complex relationship between technology, language, and human values, particularly how warfare drives media evolution. Winthrop-Young connects philosophical giants like Nietzsche and Foucault to Kittler’s thought, revealing how media shapes perception and reality in our digital age.
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