Jean Baudrillard's "The Agony of Power"

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In this episode, I turn my attention to Baudrillard's "The Agony of Power." This one clarifies Baudrillard's position on power, locating it within the domain of hegemony as opposed to domination. The former presents a much more pernicious mode of oppression for Baudrillard because of its transparency and its illusion of democratic egalitarianism.

[@khwaac]

Very interesting and intelligent discussion of his work. It's difficult enough to read let alone describe it in such an articulate manner and including references to his past works and key ideas, some of which are so difficult to get your head around.

[@ericburns9543]

"...depressing...I love that shit" - thats the real talk right there. Good stuff

[@ComradeDt]

Anahaaha i loved that part

[@khwaac]

The International journal of baudrillard studies online is another great resource.

[@TheoryPhilosophy]

Oh I am very familiar. Thanks!

[@khwaac]

@@TheoryPhilosophy I read pretty much all of his books and the entire online journal, but that was 3 years ago before I had a mental breakdown.

[@TheoryPhilosophy]

@@khwaac I hope you're doing better now!

[@khwaac]

Thanks.