Acid Horizon

Exploring the intersection of creativity and resistance, the podcast delves into Deleuze and Agamben's philosophical discourse on artistic creation. It discusses the importance of art in challenging oppressive systems and resisting commodification. The episode also explores the concept of inoperativity to disrupt traditional economic structures and foster innovative modes of exchange.

Philosopher and author Federico Campagna discusses the concepts of reality, Technic, and Magic in his book 'Technic and Magic'. He explores the idea of a reality that varies with each era, the limitations of Technic, and the potential of Magic as an alternative system. The podcast delves into the interplay between neoplatonic emanationism and linguistic realities, the intersection of technique and salvation, and the exploration of reality and magic. Federico also discusses the concepts of beauty in Technic and magic, contrasting commercial scalability with transformative emotional experiences.

Author Franco Berardi discusses conscious withdrawal, desertion from society, and political impotence in the age of far-right rise. Topics include mental exhaustion, Italian political philosophy's evolution, and the influence of Baroque on Italian fascism. They also touch on resistance through desertion and hope for a future beyond destruction.

Jon Greenaway, an expert in Ernst Bloch's philosophy, discusses the philosopher's revolutionary ideas on utopia, historical agency, and dialectics. The conversation explores Bloch's rejection of pessimism, his reinterpretation of romanticism, and the role of desire in shaping a better future. Greenaway navigates Bloch's complex philosophy, offering a primer for a philosophical renewal towards a better world.

Jack Bagby, an expert on Henri Bergson's 'Matter and Memory', delves into Bergson's theory of perception, memory, and consciousness. They discuss Bergson's influence on other philosophers, the complexity of our experience of images, perceptual hierarchy, ethical considerations, dreams, and the relevance of Bergson's methodology to modern cognitive studies.

Philosophy scholar Matt Bower discusses Kant and Husserl's perspectives on 'the thing-in-itself.' They explore the concepts of perception, intuition, and the limitations of understanding reality beyond appearances. The conversation delves into the intersection of analytic philosophy with phenomenology, dissecting Husserl's notions of adequacy, inadequacy, and imagination in accessing true nature.

Exploring Nietzschean philosophy on revenge and becoming worthy of the event, the podcast discusses transformative unique circumstances into opportunities for adventure and creative intervention. Embracing nonlinear time and creative acts to overcome resentment is also highlighted, emphasizing breaking away from destructive patterns and embracing a nonlinear understanding of events.

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Andy Sharp discusses the anti-capitalist themes in James Hillman's theory of dreams, Mark Fisher's 'acid communism', and the mysterious alchemist Fulcanelli. The conversation explores the resistance to capitalism in dreams, acid consciousness, alchemical metaphors, and the revitalization of the world through aesthetics and love.

Exploring the relationship between heavy metal culture and psychoanalytic concepts, political engagement in metal music, and the transformative power of music events. Discussing Lacanian theories on pleasure and enjoyment, genre boundaries in music evolution, and the unique experience of metal and dance music genres.