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Understanding Slavoj Žižek's Sublime Object of Ideology

2024/9/26
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Dive deep into the philosophical world of Slavoj Žižek, a modern theorist known for his eclectic mix of Hegel, Marx, Althusser, Lacan, and Kant. This episode unpacks Žižek's influential work, 'The Sublime Object of Ideology,' providing essential context and explanation. Discover how this dense theoretical masterpiece explores ideology, psychoanalysis, and more, making it a cornerstone of Žižek's thought. Gain a clearer understanding of his profound ideas and their relevance in contemporary discourse. 00:00:00: Intro00:03:57: The Symptom00:06:36: Symbolic Orders/Structures00:08:37: Sublime Objects and Ideology00:20:07: Cynicism as Ideology00:25:24: Lacanian Interaction00:28:58: Split Subjectivity and the Subject00:34:22: A Message #SlavojŽižek #TheSublimeObjectofIdeology #philosophy #psychoanalysis #Hegel #Marx #Althusser #Lacan #Kant #ideology #theoreticalbackdrop

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