
Undisciplined Podcast
In Undisciplined we speak to experts from all fields whose research is exciting and novel. The tone of conversation is relaxed, and is intended to stimulate and intrigue anyone who is interested in learning more about cutting-edge developments, and looking at the world in new ways.
All artwork by MJ du Preez
My book: https://books.aosis.co.za/index.php/ob/catalog/book/319
Nico Buitendag: https://linktr.ee/undisciplined
Latest episodes

Nov 29, 2021 • 30min
The Public Intellectual w/ Daniel Bessner
I speak with Dan Bessner, historian and host of the fantastic podcast American Prestige. We talk about public intellectuals in the last century: how they influenced each other across the Atlantic, how they shaped public policy, and what to expect for the future.
Please listen to Dan's podcast: https://soundcloud.com/americanprestige
Art by MJ du Preez
Music by Graeda: https://soundcloud.com/graedamusic

Jul 4, 2021 • 49min
Flowers in Dying Structures: Anarchism w/ Ruth Kinna
I speak with Prof. Ruth Kinna about the history and practice of Anarchism. How can alternative forms of political organisation help us address current problems?
Prof. Kinna recently published a brilliant introduction to anarchism through Penguin Books titled "The Government of No One: The Theory and Practice of Anarchism: https://g.co/kgs/9vJW27
Nico Buitendag: https://linktr.ee/undisciplined

Mar 22, 2021 • 1h 15min
Death to Cartography! w/ Matthew Edney
I speak to cartographic historian Matthew Edney about his brand-new book "Cartography: the Ideal and its History" as well as the History of Cartography Project. This is a bumper episode - please enjoy!
Prof. Edney's blog: https://www.mappingasprocess.net/
History of Cartography Project: https://geography.wisc.edu/histcart/
Nico Buitendag: https://linktr.ee/undisciplined

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Feb 8, 2021 • 1h 1min
Archiving Luhmann w/ Johannes Schmidt
In the second part of our series on Niklas Luhmann, we speak to Johannes Schmidt, scientific coordinator for the Niklas Luhmann Archiv. Johannes tells us about the details of this wonderful yet immense project.
Please visit the Niklas Luhmann Archiv website: https://niklas-luhmann-archiv.de/
Theme music by the talented Graeda. Visit his page: https://soundcloud.com/graedamusic
Nico Buitendag: https://linktr.ee/undisciplined

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Jan 25, 2021 • 1h 7min
Luhmann & Cybernetic Identities w/ Hans-Georg Moeller
Hans-Georg Moeller opens our series on the thought of Niklas Luhmann. Prof. Moeller is especially apt for introducing this complex thinker as he has written two books on Luhmann, "From Souls to Systems" and "The Radical Luhmann."
We also discuss the theory in an up-to-date context, discussing Prof. Moeller's newest book, "You and Your Profile" which deals with identity in the age of social media. The book can be viewed here: https://cup.columbia.edu/book/you-and-your-profile/9780231196017
The theme music was composed by the always amazing Graeda. Visit his page here: https://soundcloud.com/graedamusic
Nico Buitendag: https://linktr.ee/undisciplined

May 2, 2020 • 54min
Terrains & Territories w/ Stuart Elden
I am honoured to speak to Prof. Stuart Elden about his ground-breaking work in political geography. We talk about the concept of territory, about new ways of reading Shakespeare, and his archival work on Michel Foucault.
Here is the link to Prof. Elden's awesome blog:
https://progressivegeographies.com/
Nico Buitendag: https://linktr.ee/undisciplined

Apr 12, 2020 • 1h 9min
Politics of Movement w/ Thomas Nail
In this episode I speak to Prof. Thomas Nail of the University of Denver. We talk about his project of kinopolitics, borders, Covid-19 and punk rock. Enjoy this episode and stay healthy and safe.
Here are links to Prof. Nail's blog and social media accounts:
https://philosophyofmovementblog.com/
https://twitter.com/xThomas_Nail
https://udenver.academia.edu/ThomasNail
The intro track is from my talented friend, Graeda. Check it his page too!
https://soundcloud.com/graedamusic
Nico Buitendag: https://linktr.ee/undisciplined

Jan 25, 2020 • 1h 9min
Dark Nomads & War Machines w/ Andrew Culp
Andrew Culp, a professor at the California Institute of the Arts, shares his insights on radical politics and digital culture. He discusses transitioning from activism to academia, critiquing the political landscape under Trump and the challenges within universities. Culp explores the creation of accessible manifestos and revolutionary rhetoric, intertwining Deleuze's philosophy with contemporary issues. He reflects on his journey to anarchism, tackling themes of inequality and the implications of communication in governance. Upcoming projects promise to dive into war representation and cybernetics.

Oct 26, 2019 • 37min
Borders w/ Sandro Mezzadra
In this interview Prof. Sandro Mezzadra was kind enough to take the time to speak to me during the Critical Legal Conference 2019 in Perugia, Italy. We mainly speak about his book "Border as Method" with Brett Neilson, but also his newest book "The Politics of Operations".
Once again thank you to Sandro and the staff of the CLC for making this possible!
Nico Buitendag: https://linktr.ee/undisciplined

Oct 2, 2019 • 59min
Anarchist Geography w/ Simon Springer
I speak to Prof. Simon Springer about anarchism, geography and how he brings radical politics to the academy. We cover many topics through the lens of equality and non-hierarchy, and argue on whether we can survive the environmental apocalypse. This episode is one for the books! Visit Prof. Springer's website here: https://anarchistgeography.com
Nico Buitendag: https://linktr.ee/undisciplined