To what degree can the philosophy of Cornelius Castoriadis help analyze and evaluate our current social reality in relation to the project of autonomy? How meaningful is his political proposition for direct democracy in the twenty-first century? What significance do the concepts of social time and social space have in the determination of political freedom?
In Episode 1 of this podcast, authors Alexandros Schismenos, Nikos Ioannou and Chris Spannos discuss these questions and more, including the concepts of Autonomy, Heteronomy and Barbarism.
Chapters:
Music Themed Introduction: 0:00-3:29
Introduction to Castoriadis and Autonomy: 3:30-4:22
Discussion on Cornelius Castoriadis: 8:10-12:00
Exploring the Concept of Autonomy: 49:08-51:22
Social Imaginary Signification: 58:14-1:00:45
Transformation in the 21st Century - Individual and Collective Perspectives: 1:05:06-1:09:03
Impact of Castoriadis on Anarchist Movements: 1:41:02-1:43:55
Autonomy in Modern Society and the Idea of Barbarism: 1:44:02-1:51:51
The Crisis of Social Imaginary Significations and the Decisive Moment: 1:51:51-1:58:59
Conclusion and Reflections on Castoriadis's Ideas and Relevance Today: 1:59:14-2:04:46
