Ready to peel back the layers of the complex world of Marxism? Brace yourselves for a spirited exploration of the 'warm' and 'cold' streams of Marxism, as Chris N, Jason N, and I traverse the arcane terrain of political determinism, volunteerism, and the revolutionary ideas that underpin Ernst Bloch's theory. We'll grapple with the works of Alvin Gouldner and Enzo Traversoc as well decoding inherent contradictions, and dissect the nuanced humanist and deterministic tendencies within Marxism.
We'll also dive into the stormy waters of Marxism's relationship with liberalism, and the philosophical and scientific tension that brews within its core. How has Karl Marx's posthumously published work influenced the interpretation of Marxism? We'll tackle this, and delve deeper into the roles of Engels and Bernstein in molding the understanding of this theory. We also dare to explore the current state of the left, its flirtation with liberalism, and dissect the rise of Bernie Sanders against the backdrop of a faltering labor movement.
Finally, we'll confront the thorny issues of socialism's relevance in today's society. Will Marxism's claim to shape the world ever be fully realized? We'll sift through these questions, examining the impact of the 'warming cold' and 'lukewarm morass' on the current state of the world. Join us on this thought-provoking journey through Marxism's myriad interpretations, its challenges, and its potential relevance in a world grappling with the imminent fallout of capitalism's failures.
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Host: C. Derick Varn
Intro and Outro Music by Bitter Lake.
Intro Video Design: Jason Myles
Art Design: Corn and C. Derick Varn
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