Daniel Wyche

Daniel Wyche, a Senior Scholar at the Columbia Center for Contemporary Critical Thought, dives into ethical self-transformation in his latest work. He explores Michel Foucault’s idea of 'care of the self' and how personal self-work intertwines with political action. Wyche draws connections between self-purification, activism, and community organization, emphasizing diverse conceptions of the self. He also discusses the implications of technology and the wisdom found in tradition, making a compelling case for the interconnectedness of personal and political realms.

Daniel Wyche, a senior scholar at the Columbia Center for Contemporary Critical Thought, dives into the transformative power of ethical self-practices. He connects ideas from Foucault, Audre Lorde, and Martin Luther King Jr. to explore how personal transformation can lead to political action. Wyche discusses the importance of collective organization over mere individual ethics, the complex relationship between power and freedom, and the potential for technology to both liberate and harm. His insights challenge listeners to consider their own roles in societal change.