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Žižek And So On

…and so on.
Slavoj Žižek
Philosophy
Comedy
Psychoanalysis
Freedom
Postmodernism
Conspiracy Theories
Godzilla
Ten Commandments
Marxism
Reality
Global Capitalism
Structuralism
Climate Change
Communism
Sexuality
Don't Look Up
Disaster Capitalism
Nuclear Allegory
Inequality

The podcast exploring the work of Slavoj Žižek & the Ljubljana School of Psychoanalysis

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Alright, we’re back from the LACK Conference at Otterbein University and Tim’s still at the airport screaming that the queue is the destination. Great to see so many friends— Jack Black, Neo Winter S... more

Alright, while Tim's busy making two minute noodles we're speaking with Helen Rollins!

Check out her website here!

Helen is a filmmaker, academic, and writer from Northern Ireland who writes and lectures on film and psychoanalysis. Her latest book... more

LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE HERE!

Alright, we’re back with a new PATREON EPISODE while Tim's still on an island painting a face on a volleyball & we're taking another look at Todd McGowan's new book Pure Excess.

Capitalism promises things beyond the... more

Alright, welcome back to Žižek and So On this time we’re talking again with old mate Todd McGowan. This was recorded on Valentines Day 2025 and Tim was busy shopping for eggs.

We’re diving into Todd’s new book Pure Excess: Capitalism and the Commodi... more

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Recent Guests

Adrian Johnston
Philosopher and author known for his work on psychoanalysis and Marxism
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Episode: Žižek's Scatology
Russ Sbriglia
Returning guest, discussing his recent essay on Trump and psychoanalysis.
Episode: Enjoy Your Obscenity w/ Russ Sbriglia
Anna Kornbluh
Professor at the University of Illinois Chicago and involved with the V21 Collective. Author of concepts explored in the podcast.
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Episode: UNLOCKED - Immediacy w/ Anna Kornbluh
Alenka Zupančič
Author of 'What IS Sex' and a prominent philosopher and psychoanalyst.
Episode: What IS Sex w/ Alenka Zupančič

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Slavoj Žižek
Philosopher and cultural critic
Tim
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Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 289 ratings
  • Humorous, incisive, explanatory

    Humorous, incisive, explanatory — this is a podcast to listen to casually or critically. The hosts are affable, the guests are the best of the bunch, and the subject matter is on the pulse.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    katherineveritt
    United States6 months ago
  • Yikes

    Just a couple of white lads masturbating together without any self awareness

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    CleoAlexy
    United States7 months ago
  • Great podcast and so on

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Bigpigenergy
    10 months ago
  • Good podcast

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Bigpigenergy
    a year ago
  • A bit stale

    needs a dose of dialectics. Feels like a dictionary entry honestly

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Guitarplayer >4yrs
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the humor and incisive analysis, finding the content both entertaining and intellectually stimulating.
Some feedback indicates that there may be a perceived lack of self-awareness among the hosts, leading to critical views by less engaged listeners.
Overall, the podcast is highly regarded for breaking down complex ideas related to Žižek's work in an accessible manner, though some find it could benefit from a more diverse range of voices.

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What IS Sex w/ Alenka Zupančič
Q: What is the inhuman dimension of sex?
Sexuality for humans is an encounter with something that throws us out of joint and challenges our understandings.
What IS Sex w/ Alenka Zupančič
Q: Can I ask very briefly what he was like as a teacher?
He hasn't changed a lot; he was a younger version of what you see now.
UNLOCKED - Immediacy w/ Anna Kornbluh
Q: How do you define the importance of mediation in art?
Mediation shapes our understanding of the world, enabling us to critically engage with our reality rather than just experience it in a superficial way.
UNLOCKED - Immediacy w/ Anna Kornbluh
Q: What has been lost in the shift to first-person narrative over third-person?
So much magic, abstraction, and interest is lost; the magic of third-person can bring a shared perspective and deeper understanding of collective experiences.
UNLOCKED - Immediacy w/ Anna Kornbluh
Q: What is Immediacy or The Style of Too Late Capitalism about?
It argues that our current cultural products reflect an immediacy that mirrors economic conditions and critiques the loss of contemplation in art due to consumer-driven immediacy.

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Exploring the intricate philosophies of Slavoj Žižek, this podcast delves into diverse themes ranging from capitalism and consumer behavior to the complexities of psychoanalysis and social dynamics. The discussions often center on the implications of modernity, existentialism, and the ethical dilemmas of contemporary society, utilizing a mix of cultural criticism and psychoanalytic theory. The unique blend of humor and serious discourse aims to make complex ideas accessible, appealing to those interested in deepening their understanding of society's psychological underpinnings and capitalist structures.

Regular guests and expert discussions help to illuminate Žižek's theories, reassessing cultural artifacts and societal norms through a cri... more

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