
Albena Azmanova
Political and social theorist and author of Capitalism on Edge: How Fighting Precarity Can Achieve Radical Change Without Crisis or Utopia; discusses precarity capitalism and subversive pragmatism on the episode.
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Jan 29, 2021 • 30min
Albena Azmanova: Capitalism on Edge
For Albena Azmanova capitalism is not in crisis, but it is on edge—and on the point of radical transformation.
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Jul 4, 2025 • 40min
2020 Flashback: Generalized Precarity and Subversive Pragmatism / Albena Azmanova
Albena Azmanova, a political and social theorist, explores the intricacies of precarity capitalism, arguing that radical change is achievable without a revolution. She critiques the outdated capitalism versus socialism debate and emphasizes new perspectives to address systemic failures. Azmanova discusses the concept of 'subversive pragmatism,' which targets capitalism's profit-driven competition. She highlights the importance of focusing on precarity to form broader alliances and argues that fresh language is necessary to confront emerging injustices.


