PlasticPills - Philosophy & Critical Theory Podcast

Anaximander, Apeiron, Heidegger, Derrida, Logocentrism. It's a mouthful. Get all of our full episodes by becoming a patron at https://www.patreon.com/plasticpills

The podcast discusses the rise of metamodernism and its critique of postmodernism. They explore book recommendations and analyze the concept of anarchism. The speakers also critique postmodernist claims and discuss the naming of metamodernism. They delve into the idea of watching Netflix with plants and the search for a new religion. Lastly, they express disappointment with a recommended book and discuss future expectations.

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We noticed a few Fanon name drops so this week we decided to read "On Violence" from Wretched of the Earth and see whether it's a useful heuristic for the discourse of violence in Gaza. You can read the chapter here. If you want all our episodes they are on www.patreon.com/plasticpills

In this podcast, the hosts discuss the political climate and recent events in Gaza, highlighting the need for a critical approach to the Israeli state. They explore the political dynamics in Gaza, the autonomy of systems in the escalating conflict, and the contrasting views of classical Marxists and physio kratz. The chapter also delves into foundational legitimacy, representation in politics, the limitations of individual politicians, and the challenge of changing systems.

The timeloop continues: Another Ukrainian SS soldier in Canada and another wave of books and articles about the dangers of Heidegger following the publication of the third edition of History of Beyng, we reflect on air fryers and moralism after the end of history.

In this engaging conversation, Professor Carolyn Pedwell, a leading voice in Cultural Studies and Media, explores the intricate dance between affect theory and social change. She highlights the importance of minor gestures, challenging the notion that only grand actions ignite transformation. Pedwell shares her personal struggles with insomnia, linking individual habits to broader societal contexts. The discussion delves into class consciousness, emotional resonance in political movements, and the need for flexible strategies in activism, offering fresh insights into the complexities of driving change.

Erik and Pills break down the myths of grooming, childhood, sexuality and the semiotic systems which produced them. The book is Roland Barthes, 195, Mythologies (https://amzn.to/47i5kpd) The rest of this series on myth is available at www.patreon.com/plasticpills

Diego Ruzzarin is back on the Plastic Pills Podcast to talk about mythologies of the Left and Right as analyzed by Roland Barthes in his 1957 book (https://amzn.to/47i5kpd). Our previous two episodes covering "Mythologies" (introducing the book and analyzing car commercials) are on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/plasticpills

With the release of the Barbie movie, the feminine symbol has been deployed this summer. But for thousands of summers previous, the role of the feminine was managed by folk stories and fairy tales. Featuring the literary stylings of Victor Hainagiu (known to us as Lit Vic) we broach the topic of the feminine symbolic through the story of Snow White. Check out this version of Neil Gaiman's Snow White in the form of a graphic novel: https://comiconlinefree.net/snow-glass-apples/issue-tpb/1 Follow Lit Vic on Twitter at @HoratioVictor There are many more episodes and tons of bonus content for our patrons at https://www.patreon.com/plasticpills