

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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Intro
00:00 • 6min
The Intellectual Legacy of Friedrich Kittler
05:54 • 17min
The Evolution of a Thinker in the Digital Age
22:57 • 2min
Media, Madness, and Philosophy
24:57 • 8min
Kittler's Lens on Technology and Human Values
33:07 • 7min
Navigating Ideological Landscapes: Kittler's Philosophical Journey
40:32 • 2min
Warfare as a Catalyst for Media Evolution
42:34 • 23min