Foucault

Explore the applications of Nietzsche's philosophy in political theory and leftist programs. Discuss Nietzsche's influence on political thinking, his concepts of ressentiment and eternal return, and debunk the caricature of Nietzsche as a fascist. Delve into Deleuze's reinterpretation of ressentiment, genealogy as a methodology, and Nietzsche's concept of ressentiment as the motor of history. Discover the person of Rezontemann and the political implications of Nietzsche's philosophy.

Deleuze and Foucault discuss theory, power, and activism in this podcast. They explore the roles of intellectuals, the tension between academia and power, and the formation of subjects. The episode also covers the challenges of working in a prison, the impact of COVID-19 on incarcerated individuals, and the importance of political praxis. The speakers reflect on privilege and the need to create spaces for marginalized voices.

Jacques Derrida, a prominent French philosopher famous for deconstruction, and Michel Foucault, a renowned social theorist who explored power and knowledge, engage in a riveting discourse. They examine their conflicting philosophies about madness and its identification. Derrida challenges metaphysical assumptions through deconstruction, while Foucault highlights the historical context that shapes discursive practices and the very nature of power. Their debate sets a fascinating stage for understanding how these ideas impact our perception of knowledge.