In this video, we dive into Mark Fisher's influential book Capitalist Realism: Is There No Alternative? (2009) Fisher explores the pervasive influence of neoliberal capitalism on modern society, arguing that it has become so ingrained in our culture that alternatives to capitalism are almost unimaginable.

We break down Fisher's analysis of how capitalist realism shapes our perceptions, influences our mental health, and stifles the political imagination needed to envision a different future.

Discover why Fisher critiques the left for its failure to challenge this dominant ideology and calls for a revival of utopian thinking.

📚 Key Topics Covered:

Understanding Capitalist Realism
The Role of Ideology and Culture in Sustaining Capitalism
The Impact of Capitalism on Mental Health
The Crisis of the Left and the Absence of Alternatives
Challenging the Dominance of Capitalist Realism


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Is There No Alternative?

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The Pervasiveness of Capitalist Realism

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The Role of Ideology and Culture in Sustaining Capitalism

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Influence on Individual Subjectivities

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Capitalism’s Impact on Mental Health

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The Crisis of the Left and the Absence of Alternatives

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Is There Really No Alternative?

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Closing Remarks

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