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Mar 3, 2025 • 1h 40min

Emily Herring - Henri Bergson: Herald of a Restless World

This week Coop and Taylor were joined by Emily Herring, a scholar whose work brings together intellectual history, philosophy, and the cultural currents of the 20th century. She’s the author of Herald of a Restless World: How Henri Bergson Brought Philosophy to the People, a fascinating exploration of the life and thought of one of the most influential yet often overlooked philosophers of the modern era. Henri Bergson, known for his radical rethinking of time, consciousness, and human experience, captured the imagination of artists, intellectuals, and even political figures during the early 20th century. Emily's Links: - https://www.wellreadherring.com/ - https://linktr.ee/eherring Support us on Patreon: - www.patreon.com/muhh - Twitter: @unconscioushh
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Feb 23, 2025 • 1h 40min

Jacob Blumenfeld - The Concept of Property in Kant, Fichte, and Hegel

Jacob Blumenfeld returns to the show to discuss his new book, The Concept of Property in Kant, Fichte, and Hegel: Freedom, Right, and Recognition Jacob is Assistant Professor of Philosophy at the University of Oldenburg, Germany, and member of the DFG collaborative research centre, “Structural Change of Property”. Last time, we discussed his previous book All Things are Nothing to Me: The Unique Philosophy of Max Stirner. Jacob's Links: -first appearance on the podcast: https://soundcloud.com/podcast-co-coopercherry/jacob-blumenfeld-all-things-are-nothing?si=bd84d2a0f47a42e981095899200dde42&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing -https://philpeople.org/profiles/jacob-blumenfeld -https://www.routledge.com/The-Concept-of-Property-in-Kant-Fichte-and-Hegel-Freedom-Right-and/Blumenfeld/p/book/9781032575186 Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/muhh Twitter: @unconscioushh
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Feb 10, 2025 • 1h 57min

David Carr - Essays on the Phenomenology of History

This week Cooper and Taylor host Professor David Carr, who is a professor emeritus of philosophy at Emory University and specializes in history and phenomenology. David is the translator of Edmund Husserl’s Crisis of European Sciences and Transcendental Phenomenology and the author of six books, including Interpreting Husserl; Time, Narrative, and History; and most recently, Historical Experience: Essays on the Phenomenology of History, the topic of today’s discussion. David's Links: - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Carr_(philosopher) - https://philosophy.emory.edu/people/bios/carr-david.html Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/muhh Twitter: @unconscioushh
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Jan 21, 2025 • 1h 39min

William Clare Roberts - Marx's Inferno

We speak with William Clare Roberts about his work on Marx in Marx's Inferno as well as an afterword to the latest translation of Capital. William is assistant professor of political science at McGill University, author of Marx’s Inferno as well as an afterword to a new translation of Marx’s Capital, Volume One, under contract with Princeton University Press. William's links: -https://www.mcgill.ca/politicalscience/william-clare-roberts -https://x.com/MarxinHell?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor -https://scholar.google.ca/citations?user=gYZCXscAAAAJ&hl=en -https://press.princeton.edu/our-authors/roberts-william-clare?srsltid=AfmBOooSmXhWfR1Ff-qbObsLNGpgfqpyFfESCxUJmu9B-flKFPWhwgvX -https://www.boundary2.org/2024/10/william-clare-roberts-three-varieties-of-misunderstanding/ - Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/muhh Twitter: @unconscioushh
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Dec 30, 2024 • 1h 51min

Duane Rousselle - Psychoanalysis, Sociology & the Social Bond

Duane Rousselle, a sociological theorist and Lacanian psychoanalyst, discusses the interplay of psychoanalysis and sociology in shaping social bonds. He explores Hegel's influence on social relationships and the complexities of translating philosophical texts. The role of paternal authority in social dynamics and the evolution of concepts like wokeness are compelling highlights. Rousselle also shares insights on the practical application of psychoanalysis in Pakistan, navigating the challenges of modern social media, and the transformative nature of identity.
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Dec 8, 2024 • 1h 38min

Freud's Screen Memories

This week Coop and Taylor discuss Freud's Screen Memories. We tie it back to Mystic Writing Pad and Interpretation of Dreams as well as a number of Freud's case histories. Our Freud Playlist: https://soundcloud.com/podcast-co-coopercherry/sets/freud?si=7678877ff7814a429d8c54ba96234940&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/muhh Twitter: @unconscioushh
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Nov 5, 2024 • 1h 22min

Michael Ardoline - Deleuze, Mathematics, Metaphysics: Difference and Necessity

This week Cooper and Taylor were joined by Michael Ardoline to discuss his upcoming book, Deleuze, Mathematics, Metaphysics: Difference and Necessity. Michael received his Ph.D. in Philosophy from the University of Memphis in 2021. His main research is in metaphysics, continental philosophy, and the philosophy of physics and mathematics. He has published articles on the epistemology of natural laws, Deleuze and Guattari’s metaphysics, and comparative philosophy between the continental and Confucian traditions. Michael's Links: Book: https://edinburghuniversitypress.com/book-deleuze-mathematics-metaphysics.html https://www.lsu.edu/hss/prs/people/current-fac-pages/ardoline.php
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Oct 19, 2024 • 1h 39min

Marcel Mauss's A General Theory of Magic

Dive into the fascinating world of Marcel Mauss's theories, where magic intertwines with contemporary thought and collective beliefs. The discussion reveals how magic connects with religion and technology, exploring their historical interactions. Delve into the 'magical black person' trope and its ties to societal constructs, alongside philosophical insights on sacrifice and identity. Plus, discover the alchemical relationship between magic, technology, and myth, as well as the evolution of totemic traditions in storytelling. It's a captivating exploration of the magical underpinnings of our culture!
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Oct 7, 2024 • 1h 33min

Emmanuel Levinas - Totality and Infinity

Coop and Taylor discus Emmanuel Levinas’s Totality and Infinity, the first section, The Same and the Other. Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/muhh witter: @unconscioushh
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Sep 24, 2024 • 1h 25min

Max Stirner's The Unique and Its Property

Taylor and Coop have a look at section 1, Humanity, of Max Stirner's The Unique and Its Property. Episodes Mentioned: Ego Book Series: https://soundcloud.com/podcast-co-coopercherry/sets/the-unique-and-its-property?si=1353f061d719441caa42376e70a24966&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing Saul Newman: https://soundcloud.com/podcast-co-coopercherry/saul-newman-better-call-saul?si=4fe00dacd845484b8d6e97303f2ce6a7&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing https://soundcloud.com/podcast-co-coopercherry/saul-newman-carl-schmitt-and-political-theology?si=4bdf3aff1dcd443684a620ea0dfe3f26&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing Elmo Feiten: https://soundcloud.com/podcast-co-coopercherry/elmo-feiten-stirner-and-neuroplasticity?si=c958ed18fee7417c98b8bdce3ba4e89b&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing Jacob Blumenfeld: https://soundcloud.com/podcast-co-coopercherry/jacob-blumenfeld-all-things-are-nothing?si=b30715928a42494384263d8f70d57b14&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/muhh witter: @unconscioushh

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