Revolution and Ideology
Discussing history, social theory, and really whatever else we feel like talking about!
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Marcuse’s “One-Dimensional Man” 3 of 4 – One-Dimensional Man & Repressive Desublimation
In episode 3 of 4 on Herbert Marcuse’s “One-Dimensional Man,” we discuss how man became one-dimensional including the concept of repressive desublimation.
Marcuse’s “One-Dimensional Man” 2 of 4 – The Irrationality of Rational Society
In episode 2 of 4 on Herbert Marcuse’s “One-Dimensional Man,” we discuss the irrationality of rational society.
Marcuse’s “One-Dimensional Man” 1 of 4 – How is Advanced Industrial Society Totalitarian?
In episode 1 of 4 on Herbert Marcuse’s “One-Dimensional Man,” we provide a short biography of Marcuse, discuss the historical context of this book, introduce the two main theses, explain what Marcuse means by “technology,” and discuss how advanced industrial society is totalitarian.
The Fourth World War Has Begun
We discuss the essay titled “The Fourth World War Has Begun” by the leader of the Zapatista EZLN Subcomandante Marcos.
The Glass to See to the Other Side – Zapatista Short Story
We read and analyze the short story written by Zapatista Subcomandante Marcos titled “The Glass to See to the Other Side” in which the revolutionary beetle Don Durito says goodbye to Mexico City. It’s a great commentary on the isolation, individualism, and other ills of neoliberal capitalism. The story can be found in a book of Marcos’ work “Our Word is Our Weapon.”
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