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Slavoj Žižek delves into the troubling nature of enjoyment and excess. Is the pursuit of happiness a terrible mistake? Watch the full talk at https://iai.tv/video/surplus-happiness?utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=description Contemporary life is defined by

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Philosopher Slavoj Žižek and gamer ‘Destiny’ Steven Bonnell give their hot takes on society’s increasing levels of gamification. Should it be stopped? Watch the full debate at https://iai.tv/video/the-game-of-life?utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=description Games are

Globally renowned philosopher and cultural critic, Slavoj Žižek provides a Hegelian insight into historical and current political crises. Do you see contemporary philosophy living up to Hegel’s philosophy? What is

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