Sven Lütticken

In this intriguing discussion, Sven Lütticken, an associate professor at Leiden University and author of States of Divergence, delves into the intersection of history and contemporary crises. He explores concepts like divergence and emergent practices while critiquing capitalist modernity. Lütticken connects aesthetics with anti-capitalist resistance, emphasizing the importance of transnational activism and indigenous struggles. He also highlights how art can serve as a tool for protest, linking aesthetics with social movements, such as those in Gaza.