The Epoch Philosophy Podcast
Episodes
Unraveling the Mysterious Death of OpenAI's Whistleblower, Suchir Balaji
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This is a re-upload due to YouTube demonetization, requiring more censorship than expected. Suchir Balaji, an AI researcher at OpenAI, believed the co...
Unraveling the Mystery of Suchir Balaji's Death at OpenAI
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Suchir Balaji, a former AI researcher at OpenAI, voiced concerns about copyright issues surrounding ChatGPT. He reported these to the New York Times, ...
Peter Thiel's Vision: Praxis and the Creation of Private Cities
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Peter Thiel has been under scrutiny lately. Among his ventures, Praxis stands out as an unusual and under-reported project focused on creating private...
Unveiling the Dark Money Influence on New Media and Politics
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Campaign finance is evolving into a significant industry. Following the Supreme Court's Citizens United ruling, billions flooded into our political sy...
Is Technofeudalism Replacing Capitalism and Ownership?
19 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We've long accepted that Capitalism is ever-changing. It's a flexible system in constant flux. However, some argue we've evolved beyond it into a new ...
Palantir's Secretive Plot: The World's Biggest Heist Unveiled
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The year 2025 witnessed a monumental event that has largely flown under the radar of mainstream media. This episode delves into one of the biggest hei...
Necropolitics: How Algorithms Influence Humanity
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Achille Mbembe introduces the concept of Necropolitics, describing power structures based on their capacity to determine who lives and who is deemed h...
Spectral Capitalism: Exploring the Haunted Workplace
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The modern workplace feels lifeless, an idea many of us sense, even if buried in our subconscious. Why is this? Capitalism has never been stagnant. Ov...
Exploring Philip K. Dick: Cosmic Philosophy Unveiled
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Delve into the profound cosmic philosophy of Philip K. Dick, a celebrated author in the realms of science fiction and alternative history. Known for i...
Exploring Work Discontent: Insights from David Graeber
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Discover why many of us dislike work and the underlying factors fueling this sentiment. We delve into David Graeber's perspectives on the mechanisms b...
An Introduction into Anarchism ft. Anark
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I am joined today by fellow YouTuber and Anarchist, Anark. A channel I have enjoyed for quite some time. Anark is a longtime Anarchist who has been ...
The Digital Speed of Neoliberalism ft. Adam from Acid Horizon
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today I am joined by Adam from Acid Horizon where we talk about the his time writing Anti-Oculus, a collaborative text from Acid Horizon, and how he...
Video: The Political Philosophy of Kindness
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In our information-saturated world, how can we find solutions to emerging challenges? The answer might lie in returning to simplicity, where kindness ...
Video: Giorgio Agamben's Homo Sacer and State of Exception
20 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Explore Giorgio Agamben's profound insights into the intersection of law and life, delving into the ancient Roman paradigm of power and exclusion that...
The Political Philosophy of Trump ft. Nightmare Masterclass
19 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Analyzing Trump from the perspective of political theory and philosophy is difficult. We attempt to do so here. Help this podcast survive, support he...
Video: Foucault's Discipline and Punish
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Explore the historical evolution of punishment and its sociological impacts, as discussed in Foucault's work. Join us with special guest Will from @Ac...
Video: Native American Philosophy and Concepts of Self
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Delve into the often overlooked realm of Native American Philosophy, with a focus on its unique perspectives of self. Discover how these ideas contras...
Video: The Dark Philosophy of Cormac McCarthy
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Discover the philosophical insights of Cormac McCarthy, who delves into the darker aspects of humanity through his novels. This episode explores the h...
Understanding Surveillance Capitalism with Shoshana Zuboff
06 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Explore Shoshana Zuboff's insightful work on surveillance capitalism and discover digital strategies to safeguard your privacy in today's exploitative...
Video: The Philosophy of AI: Fear and New Humanism
01 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Artificial intelligence has long been a fixture in society, from Hollywood to technological advancements. Today, AI captivates our imagination and pus...
Video: Max Weber: The Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism
30 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Delve into the influential work of Max Weber, one of sociology's founding figures, as we explore his seminal text, "The Protestant Ethic and the Spiri...
Post-Left and Populism in the 21st Century (Among Other Things!) Ft. 1Dime
29 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
New podcast featuring the political philosophy YouTuber 1Dime. There's so many topics we talk about in this, it's impossible to list them all. From th...
Vidoe: Psychopolitics and The Burnout Society by Byung-Chul Han
25 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Delve into the transformative impact of neoliberalism in the 21st century as we explore cultural theories from Mark Fisher to Byung-Chul Han. This epi...
Exploring Deleuze: Philosophy and Metaphysics in 'Stray'
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dive into the metaphysical and linguistic layers of the game 'Stray.' This episode explores how 'Stray' pushes narrative boundaries and raises intrigu...
Nietzsche and Postmodernism: A Genealogy of Morality
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dive into the transformative critique of modernity with Nietzsche's 'The Genealogy of Morality.' Explore how Nietzsche's ideas signal the end of moder...
Exploring Ernst Bloch's Philosophy of Hope
16 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Discover how Ernst Bloch's philosophy offers a vision of hope for a better world. Join us for an in-depth exploration into Bloch's ideas, with special...
Exploring Don't Look Up: A Critique of Late Capitalism
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Discover how the film 'Don't Look Up' smartly critiques late capitalism by delving into its structural issues beyond hedonism and ignorance. Learn how...
The Philosophical Legacy of Jesus
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Discover how Jesus of Nazareth transcends his role as a historical figure to embody a lived experience, echoing themes from the Cynic school of though...
Maintaining Liberalism and Emancipation: Where Are We Headed?
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the past few decades we have seen an increasingly rightward tilt towards liberalism that has culminated in a general decline of liberalism proper. ...
Noam Chomsky's Linguistics: Syntactic Structures and Language and Mind
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Discover the often-overlooked side of Noam Chomsky's academic contributions: his profound influence on linguistic philosophy. In this episode, we delv...
Exploring Adorno and Horkheimer: Dialectic of Enlightenment
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Delve into the 'Dialectic of Enlightenment,' a cornerstone of critical theory that has influenced cultural thought across the 20th and 21st centuries....
Exploring the Philosophy of Disco Elysium: Ideology and Absurd Modernism
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dive into the philosophical depths of Disco Elysium, the acclaimed game by ZA/UM, and uncover its psychoanalytic and ideological narratives. This epis...
Deleuze and Spinoza: Exploring Practical Philosophy and Ontology
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Delve into the profound ideas of Deleuze, a pivotal 20th-century philosopher, and his connection to Spinoza. Discover concepts like deterritorializati...
Exploring Hauntology: Mark Fisher's Lost Futures and Cultural Depression
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Delve into Mark Fisher's exploration of hauntology, lost futures, and cultural melancholy. Building on 'Capitalist Realism,' Fisher examines how these...
Understanding Happiness in Postmodern Capitalism
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Happiness remains a profound enigma, even when we try to define it technically. Its elusive nature makes it feel incomplete and unattainable. Explore ...
Exploring Baudrillard's The System of Objects
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dive into the profound insights of Jean Baudrillard, a key figure in 20th-century philosophy. Known for his influential work, Simulacra and Simulation...
Exploring 'Socialism: Utopian and Scientific' by Friedrich Engels
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dive into Friedrich Engels' pivotal work 'Socialism: Utopian and Scientific,' which aims to provide clarity on Marxism and socialism. Engels, co-autho...
Exploring the Modern Impact of The Communist Manifesto with Slavoj Žižek
08 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the enduring significance of The Communist Manifesto, a cornerstone political document. Despite its historical context, ...
Unveiling Nietzsche's Philosophy in The Birth of Tragedy
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Explore the profound influence of Friedrich Nietzsche, whose philosophical ideas have shaped much of modern thought. Delve into 'The Birth of Tragedy,...
Exploring Mark Fisher's Capitalist Realism and Business Ontology
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Discover the profound insights of Mark Fisher's influential book, 'Capitalist Realism.' Dive into how pop culture is intertwined with capitalism, exam...
Exploring MLK's Legacy: Postmodernism and Hyperreality
18 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Martin Luther King Jr. stands as a monumental cultural figure in American history, recognized for leading the 1960s Civil Rights movement. While he is...
Understanding Herbert Marcuse's Eros and Civilization
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Explore the foundational ideas of Herbert Marcuse's 'Eros and Civilization,' a pivotal work in Critical Theory. Marcuse challenges the Freudian concep...
Exploring the Best Spirituality for Capitalism with Slavoj Žižek
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for a fascinating discussion with Slavoj Žižek as he delves into the intersection of spirituality and capitalism. Drawing from Max Weber's T...
Understanding Slavoj Žižek's Sublime Object of Ideology
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dive deep into the philosophical world of Slavoj Žižek, a modern theorist known for his eclectic mix of Hegel, Marx, Althusser, Lacan, and Kant. Thi...
Episode: Martin Heidegger on the Essence and Impact of Technology
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dive into Martin Heidegger's profound exploration of technology and its impact on 20th-century post-industrial life. In this episode, we examine the e...
Episode 1: Martin Heidegger's Impact on Modern Philosophy | Being and Time Explained
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Explore Martin Heidegger's profound influence on modern philosophy in the first part of our three-part series. Discover how 'Being and Time' reshaped ...
Simone de Beauvoir: The Ethics of Ambiguity and Feminist Existentialism
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dive deep into Simone de Beauvoir's seminal work, 'The Ethics of Ambiguity,' which laid the foundation for feminist existentialist philosophy. Explore...
Herbert Marcuse and the Great Refusal: Key Insights from The Frankfurt School
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Explore how Herbert Marcuse and The Frankfurt School of Critical Theory significantly influenced 20th-century thought. This episode delves into Marcus...
Søren Kierkegaard: Fear and Trembling, Dealing with the Infinite
19 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Explore the depths of Søren Kierkegaard's philosophy on angst, our boundless choices, and the path to becoming moral, free individuals. Dive into how...
Slavery in the United States: Contexts and Modern Echoes
15 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Explore the deep and often overlooked contexts of slavery in the United States, from historic convict leasing to modern private prisons. We also delve...
Why Do Some People Hate Elon Musk?
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore the controversial reasons behind why some people have a strong dislike for tech billionaire Elon Musk. We delve into topic...
Žižek and Lacanian Psychoanalysis: How to Read Lacan
09 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dive into the complexities of Lacanian psychoanalysis with Žižek's unique interpretation. Discover how Lacan's intricate language and concepts are d...
Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels: The German Ideology Explained
27 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we delve into 'The German Ideology,' the seminal work by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels. Discover how this text lays the foundation f...
Exploring Cyberpunk: Science Fiction, Philosophy, and Theory
20 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Explore the role of art, aesthetics, and literature in shaping our understanding of the future, with a specific focus on cyberpunk. Discover how cyber...