Foucault, Bataille, Chomsky and more.
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Slavoj Zizek Explains Santa Claus
In this video, Slavoj Zizek explains how ideology operates through a system of “belief through others.” In the context of Santa Claus, Zizek explains, parents pretend to believe in Santa on behalf of their children, who pretend to believe in Santa on behalf of the parents.
The Ultimate Critical Theory Gift Guide
Unfortunately, a well-reasoned critique of consumer capitalism isn’t enough to stop the tears of your betrayed loved ones when you have rightfully boycotted “The Holidays.” And while “planting a tree in your name” seems to be entirely socially acceptable, “I wrote your name on a rock and threw it at a cop” seems not to be.
The Figure of the Migrant, an Interview with Thomas Nail
We recently spoke with Thomas Nail, an associate professor at the University of Denver, to talk about his recent book "The Figure of the Migrant."
In it, Nail develops a theory of what he calls kinopolitics and argues that the migrant has become the "political figure of our time."
"Rather than viewing migration as the exception … Continue Reading ››
11 Critical Theory Books That Came Out in November
Butler, Negri and more!
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The Philosophy of Fallout [Video]
In this video by Wisecrack (creators of 8-Bit Philosophy), the Fallout series is used to explore the work of Herbert Marcuse, including one-dimensional thought and enslaving contentment. The video goes on to explore the philosophy of technology and international relations.
8 Critical Theory Books That Came Out in October
Arendt, Barthes, Nietzsche and more.
Submit Your Papers! Vassar College Journal of Philosophy
You’ve got until February.
Submit Your Papers! Philosophy and the Future
You’ve got until January.
12 Critical Theory Books That Came Out This Month, September
Benjamin, Alcoff and more.