Slavoj Žižek meets Yanis Varoufakis (Part 1)

Join us for a captivating celebration of the life and thought of the rockstar philosopher and revolutionary, Slavoj Žižek! In this special event, Slavoj, known for his unique blend of dialectics, psychoanalysis, and humor, engages in a profound discussion that promises to be both erudite and entertaining.

At 75, Žižek shows no signs of toning down his provocative insights. Accompanied by Yanis Varoufakis, we will explore his extraordinary life story and intellectual journey—from his upbringing in the former Yugoslavia under Soviet rule, where even his master's thesis was deemed ‘not Marxist enough,’ to his efforts in democratizing Slovenia and advocating for human rights.

This is a rare opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the man dubbed ‘the most dangerous philosopher in the West’ and to hear his thoughts on pivotal issues facing our world today. In a sneak peek of his latest book, Against Progress, Slavoj tackles pressing questions: What are his views on AI and emerging technologies? Is there still hope for humanity amid the looming threats of climate change? And critically, is progress always a good thing? Join us for this intellectual deep dive as we uncover answers to these questions and more from one of today's most outrageous and maverick thinkers. Don’t miss out—subscribe and hit the notification bell for updates on this thought-provoking event!

[tomlangford]

Varoufakis trying to get Zizek to stay on point is like watching a man wrestling an unruly dog

[Rspooner]

Slavoj comes out snortin and coughing up a storm before he even speaks. The content that keeps me coming back.

[lukimaxvideo]

the ability this man has to never finish a thought is astounding

[Maco_]

I remember somewhere I read that Slavoj looks like a raccoon that used to live in a dumpster in the back of a library and was transformed into a human by a magical fairy. It is hilarious how every time I see this guy this thought comes back to my mind

[floreanchannel]

"And so on, and so on" - S. Žižek

[civicspectator]

It's super unfortunate because it's an important point but at 10:57 he actually meant to say that it's in perversion (not hysteria) that the unconscious is most repressed, according to Freud. He says it correctly in his Oxford address posted on Nov 26, 2024.

[yurgurtha]

the first 20 Seconds of Zizek already killed me, tongue out and agressive sniffing in the microphone lmao.

[burcu_]

İf part 2 doesnt come soon we will RIOT!!

[Mbonic]

Varoufakis is the only person i have witnessed in discussion with zizek that can shut him up mid-sentences 🤔

[wrathofcorn]

The host understood many things in which Zizek is an expert and it was amazing. So many talks with Zizek have a host who has absolutely no idea what Zizek is an expert on. They flounder as an overeducated communications major or whatever. who's underqualified to host an interview with Zizek. This was much better.

[azliaheaven]

thank you seeing zizek and varoufakis in this dark times is always a delight 🍷

[NobuhikuObayashi]

“A genuine sweetie pie” oh my god I love them both ❤

[chatsidefires]

When he calls him a sweetie pie in the introduction, my heart melted. The highest praise I can give to a stranger is to call them an obvious sweetie head. So it's like I value that trait a lot. And I did not come to watch this video when I saw it suggested to me because I was like oh, I bet there's a high chance if I click this that somebody will call the speaker a sweetie pie. And when that was indeed what happened, it smote my heart. The world needs more of that.

Serious rigorous, ntellectual, empathetic activists who could nevertheless best be described as a "sweetie pie." that's the way to help everybody and I'm glad to be witness to this

[d_rooster]

After 20 years of listening to this guy it's still excruciating to do so. I guess it's a testament to him that I still do it.

[basilistsakalos]

They both look great, good to see them again!

[durantguillaume]

Yanis, and Slavoj, you Rocks Guyz thanx a lot for that.
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[ck]

I love how Yanis tries to corral Zizek's wandering mind.

[lonelycubicle]

Was relieved to hear Varoufakis say about Lacan “… who I’ve never managed to understand …” at 9:10 since he sympathizes/agrees with Zizek. If two people as intelligent as Chomsky and Varoufakis say they don’t understand an author, I will never, so no need to try. Also liked how Zizek said he reads secondary literature first.

[kinomusic]

Good to see that Zizek has finally got on top of his ticks.

[lazarveljkovic]

In the description you say "from his upbringing in the former Yugoslavia under Soviet rule". No. Yugoslavia was not part of the Soviet block. Thank you.