Davide Panagia

In this engaging discussion, political theorist Davide Panagia from UCLA delves into his works exploring postwar French philosophy and cinema. He contrasts classical Aristotelian ideas with modern thinking, examining how influential figures like Beauvoir and Foucault redefined critical thought. Panagia also emphasizes film's role in political theory, advocating for viewing it as a medium that shapes cultural politics. He critiques traditional academic frameworks, calling for innovative, accessible approaches to understand modern complexities like fake news.