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Jan Overwijk
Research associate at the Institute for Social Research at Frankfurt University and assistant professor at the University of Humanistic Studies in Utrecht. Author of Cybernetic Capitalism: A Critical Theory of the Incommunicable.
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Jan Overwijk on Cybernetic Capitalism and Critical Systems Theory
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Jan Overwijk, a research associate at the Institute for Social Research in Frankfurt, dives into critical systems theory and cybernetic capitalism. He explores the evolution of cybernetics and its intersections with social systems, emphasizing the dynamic interplay of influence within capitalist structures. Overwijk critiques modernity's emphasis on efficiency while advocating for ecological considerations in economic practices. He also reflects on hope and democratic futures, presenting a nuanced view of societal values and potential reforms in response to contemporary challenges.
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