Philosophize This! Episode #169 ... Bruno Latour - We Have Never Been Modern
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Aug 20, 2022 The podcast delves into Bruno Latour's insightful critique of modernity, urging listeners to reassess its Enlightenment roots. It contrasts modern and pre-modern belief systems, even introducing a thought-provoking game to gauge one's modern thought depth. The discussion highlights the intricate relationships between science, politics, and culture, presenting them as intertwined forces in societal issues. Historical references, especially to the transformative year of 1989, enrich the narrative, making for a compelling exploration of the complexities of our modern world.
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Medieval vs. Modern Thought
- Historian Mark Block highlighted how social structures shaped medieval thought, making atheism nearly impossible.
- Nietzsche, conversely, feared modernity made it difficult to see oneself as divine.
Modernity Test
- Evaluate your thinking for modern biases using Stephen West's 'modernity' test.
- Be self-aware of ingrained modern beliefs and challenge them.
Flawed Premise
- Latour argues that both postmodernists and scientific realists rely on a flawed premise: separating human and non-human realms.
- This separation fuels their conflict, hindering progress.
