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Carlo Carpenter is currently a doctoral fellow of the History & Culture program at Drew University in New Jersey, specializing in modern European literary and cultural history. His current dissertation work examines Thomas De Quincey's Sketches of Life and Manners and the author's career as a writer for the periodical press within the early Victorian literary marketplace. www.linkedin.com/in/carlo-carpenter-436a95199 https://drew.academia.edu/CarloCarpenter --- Become part of the Hermitix community: Hermitix Twitter - ⁠https://twitter.com/Hermitixpodcast⁠ Support Hermitix: Patreon - ⁠https://www.patreon.com/hermitix⁠ Donations: - ⁠https://www.paypal.me/hermitixpod⁠ Hermitix Merchandise - ⁠http://teespring.com/stores/hermitix-2⁠ Bitcoin Donation Address: 3LAGEKBXEuE2pgc4oubExGTWtrKPuXDDLK Ethereum  Donation Address: 0x31e2a4a31B8563B8d238eC086daE9B75a00D9E74

In this episode, Chris Giudice, an academic researcher focusing on fin de siècle occultism and the link between cinema and occultism, discusses the work of Kenneth Grant. They cover topics such as Kenneth Grant's connection with Aleister Crowley, the controversy surrounding his works, and his influence on art, music, and religion. They also explore Grant's relationship with Lovecraft, Sax Rohmer, and his influence on comic book art and television, including references to Alan Moore and David Lynch.

Todd McGowan, author of 'Enjoyment Right & Left', discusses politics, Trump, Biden, and psychoanalysis. They explore the concept of political standing, the relationship between flourishing and suffering, and the inherent politics of non-belonging. They delve into the mobilization of enjoyment and Trump's appeal, analyze symptoms in politics and discuss depression and violence. They also explore charisma in political leaders and express pessimism about left-wing politics.

In this episode, Professor Paul Bishop discusses Nietzsche's critique of Christianity, the relationship between philology and theology in Nietzsche's work, and the role of imagination and mythos in interpreting Christian texts through philology. They also explore Nietzsche's views on the genealogy of morals and the authority of the Bible, as well as expressing gratitude and discussing future topics.

Vincent Blok, associate professor in Philosophy of Technology, Business Ethics, and Responsible Innovation, discusses the datafication of the world, the capacity of technological innovations to set the world free, the role of technology in philosophy, the criticism of Heidegger, the relationship between innovation and creative destruction, the impact of capitalism and data in the data-driven world, the difference between quantity and quality in AI, the impact of virtualization and digitalization, and the concept of creative destruction, innovations, and resistance.

Steve Knepper, Associate Professor, discusses Gabriel Marcel's work, including his fascination with human experience, embodiment, and presence in philosophy. They explore Marcel's interactions, purpose, and concern about modernity. The podcast also explores the challenges of excessive device usage and highlights Knepper's recent publications and upcoming projects.

Peter Kingsley, author of Catafalque: Carl Jung and the End of Humanity, discusses the significance of the mystical fool, transitioning to the Age of Aquarius, the resurgence of rationality and the domestication of the sacred, negative theology and understanding God, petitionary prayer and individualism, exploring Jupiter's symbolism, and critiquing Carl Jung's approach to symbolism.

Guest James Maffie discusses Aztec philosophy, including topics such as Aztec metaphysics, the purpose of existence and reciprocity, animism, respecting inanimate objects, and the fragile balance in Aztec philosophy.

Joseph Acquisto, Professor of French at the University of Vermont, discusses his book on pessimism in 19th century France. They explore the concept of pessimism, the relevance of Schopenhauer's framework, living in a pessimistic worldview, the role of poetry in addressing suffering, questioning society's view, and his future projects.

Stephen Dowden, Professor of German language and literature, discusses his book on modernism and mimesis. They challenge the conventional understanding of Ulysses as the defining modernist work, explore irony and complexity in Joyce's work, and discuss the relationship between modernism and modernity. The podcast also explores Marcel Duchamp's painting 'Peace' and the frustration it invokes, delves into the journey of an artist, and discusses approaching art without limitations.