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The Real Is Defined By Multiplicity
- Lacan's 'real' evolves across seminars and resists simple definition.
- He uses multiple, sometimes conflicting formulations to shape its meaning rather than settle on one phrasing.
The Real As A Hiccup In Meaning
- The real appears as a hiccup where symbolic meaning stumbles and fails.
- Todd McGowan compares this to deja vu in The Matrix where the simulation briefly breaks.
Noticing Ads Signals Algorithmic Failure
- Ryan shares noticing algorithms reveals their failure, not their full control.
- If you spot targeted ads, the algorithm has already failed to remain invisible.