Laurence Rickels

Laurence Rickels, the Sigmund Freud Professor of Psychoanalysis at the European Graduate School and expert in psychoanalysis and popular culture, dives into fascinating topics. He discusses his latest book about psychopathy and the empathy test, revealing how Cold War-era science fiction shapes our understanding of these concepts. The conversation explores the link between sci-fi and collective trauma, particularly post-Holocaust, while also highlighting the art of writing and wordplay in engaging narratives. Rickels encourages deeper connections through his innovative approaches to literature.