Machinic Unconscious Happy Hour

This week Cooper and Taylor investigate chapter 1, The Time of the King, from Jacques Derrida's Given Time: I. Counterfeit Money. The focus is on libidinal economics. Episodes referenced: -https://soundcloud.com/podcast-co-coopercherry/phoebe-kaufman-the-wolf-man-cyptonomy?si=6d8377f23904451c984dd1b4d62368f9&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing -https://soundcloud.com/podcast-co-coopercherry/derrida-and-freud-on-the-scene-of-writing?si=23ef1bdbd44649798216a6bfd658ae98&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/muhh Twitter: @unconscioushh

Dive into Freud's intriguing exploration of masochism as an economic puzzle, blending pleasure and pain. The discussion ranges from primal guilt and incest prohibition to the intertwining of desire and social economy. Discover how masochistic impulses relate to consumer behavior and impulse spending, all while grappling with the moral dimensions of this psyche. The hosts also tackle the implications of Freud’s theories on modern issues like climate change and political structures. A thrilling mix of psychology, philosophy, and societal critique awaits!

The discussion dives into Freud's view of religion as illusion and wish-fulfillment, linking it to childhood helplessness and the Oedipus complex. They explore the connection between societal norms and libidinal economy, highlighting how societies control desires through marriage and patriarchy. The hosts debate the revolutionary potential of desire versus its role in repression. They also touch on Freud’s insights regarding modern religiosity and political conservatism, comparing markets to religious rituals. Ultimately, they advocate for scientific understanding over reactionary beliefs.

This week Coop and Taylor tackle part 1 of Spinoza's Ethics, Concerning God. Gil Morejon Episode: https://soundcloud.com/podcast-co-coopercherry/gil-morejon-the-unconscious-of-thought-in-leibniz-spinoza-and-hume?si=8d30cdd50d364b75a504427f012e02b1&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/muhh Twitter: @unconscioushh

Rocco Gangle, a Professor of Philosophy at Endicott College and expert in semiotics and metaphysics, dives into Leibniz's Monadology. He explores the nature of monads, emphasizing their inward qualities devoid of external interaction. Rocco explains Leibniz's concept of pre-established harmony and debates divine freedom alongside moral optimism. He intriguingly connects Leibniz's ideas to contemporary thoughts, including Wolfram's Ruliad and Deleuze's philosophical inquiries, while also discussing the implications of monads for political structures.

Explore the intriguing concepts of micropolitics and segmentarity, with discussions on how fleeing relates to rigid segments. The hosts debate the merits of supple vs. rigid segmentation using everyday examples like family quarrels. Dive into Virilio's insights on microfascism and how desire is depicted as 'leaking'. Learn about the interaction between molar and molecular systems, and the dangers surrounding lines of flight. Discover how 'primitive' societies resist state control, and the fascinating contrast between fascism and totalitarianism.

Dive into the complex notion of freedom with insights from 'Three Novellas or What Happened?' as the hosts dissect the 'body without organs' concept. They explore narrative and transitional themes, while connecting literature to philosophical frameworks like Hegel and Freud. The interplay between sexuality and politics is critically examined, shedding light on desire and unconscious investments. You’ll also uncover how genres like detective novels impact perceptions of identity, governance, and societal structures, challenging traditional binary thinking.

This week Cooper and Taylor discuss a short piece from Sigmund Freud: On the Universal Tendency to Debasement in the Sphere of Love. We focus on the implications on libidinal economy. We tie the piece to Deleuze & Guattari, Lyotard, Lacan, and Rene Girard. Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/muhh Twitter: @unconscioushh

Charles Stivale, a Professor of French at Wayne State University and Deleuze and Guattari scholar, joins the conversation to unravel the intricate idea of the 'Body Without Organs.' They discuss the philosophical rifts stemming from key texts like 'Anti-Oedipus' and 'A Thousand Plateaus.' The dialogue navigates desire versus structure and the balance between freedom and societal constraints. Additionally, they explore the cultural impact of 1960s art movements, highlighting how these theories resonate within contemporary society and human agency.

This week, Henry Somers-Hall joined us to discuss Year Zero: Faciality from A Thousand Plateaus. Henry is a professor in philosophy at Royal Holloway, University of London, and this is his third appearance on the show. A Thousand Plateaus Playlist: https://soundcloud.com/podcast-co-coopercherry/sets/a-thousand-plateaus?si=9f09bd317a0e446585a3451be4ff2822&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing Henry's website: https://henrysomershall.net/ Prior Episodes: https://soundcloud.com/podcast-co-coopercherry/henry-somers-hall-treatise-on-nomadology-the-war-machine?si=255e6923b6c44c8583192ecff8776378&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing https://soundcloud.com/podcast-co-coopercherry/henry-somers-hall-deleuze-difference-and-repetition?si=38c70cc79a744059b8fc1a0c427998b4&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/muhh Twitter: @unconscioushh