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Ashley Woodward, a philosophy lecturer at the University of Dundee and a founding member of the Melbourne School of Continental Philosophy, dives into the profound themes of Raymond Ruyer's 'Cybernetics and the Origin of Information.' They explore the intricate relationship between machines and humans, examining how information and consciousness intertwine. Woodward discusses the evolution of cybernetics and its significance in AI, questioning how intention influences creativity. Through philosophical lenses, he reimagines the nature of value and meaning, connecting existential debates to contemporary implications.

A guide to Max Stirner's text 'The Unique and Its Property' (or 'The Ego and Its Own).---Become part of the Hermitix community:Hermitix Twitter - https://twitter.com/HermitixpodcastSupport Hermitix:Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/hermitixDonations: - https://www.paypal.me/hermitixpodHermitix Merchandise - http://teespring.com/stores/hermitix-2Bitcoin Donation Address: 3LAGEKBXEuE2pgc4oubExGTWtrKPuXDDLKEthereum Donation Address: 0x31e2a4a31B8563B8d238eC086daE9B75a00D9E74

A guide to Max Stirner's text 'The Unique and Its Property' (or 'The Ego and Its Own). ---Become part of the Hermitix community:Hermitix Twitter - https://twitter.com/HermitixpodcastSupport Hermitix:Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/hermitixDonations: - https://www.paypal.me/hermitixpodHermitix Merchandise - http://teespring.com/stores/hermitix-2Bitcoin Donation Address: 3LAGEKBXEuE2pgc4oubExGTWtrKPuXDDLKEthereum Donation Address: 0x31e2a4a31B8563B8d238eC086daE9B75a00D9E74

James Marcus is an editor, translator, and critic who has written and lectured widely on Emerson. His essays and criticism have appeared in leading publications such as The New Yorker, the Times Literary Supplement, and Harper’s Magazine. In this episode we discuss his recently released biography of Emerson, Glad to the Brink of Fear: A Portrait of Ralph Waldo Emerson. Book link: https://press.princeton.edu/books/hardcover/9780691254333/glad-to-the-brink-of-fear ---Become part of the Hermitix community:Hermitix Twitter - https://twitter.com/HermitixpodcastSupport Hermitix:Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/hermitixDonations: - https://www.paypal.me/hermitixpodHermitix Merchandise - http://teespring.com/stores/hermitix-2Bitcoin Donation Address: 3LAGEKBXEuE2pgc4oubExGTWtrKPuXDDLKEthereum Donation Address: 0x31e2a4a31B8563B8d238eC086daE9B75a00D9E74

Delving into Gustav Meyrink's 'The Golem', the podcast explores the eerie world of Jewish folklore-inspired weird fiction and its parallels to Lovecraft's style. It discusses spiritual growth, symbolism in chaos, and the esoteric world of Pernath in a non-linear narrative structure, questioning reality, agency, and the boundaries between life and artificial existence.

History post-graduate Quinten Weeterings delves into the life and work of Bruno Schulz, exploring his unique writing style, tragic life, mysterious fate of his unfinished masterpiece, and the challenges faced during Russian and Nazi occupations. They uncover Schulz's multifaceted creativity, complex influences, struggles with self-doubt, and enigmatic writing style that requires direct experience to fully appreciate.

Reviewing the masterpiece 'No Longer Human' by Osamu Dazai, the podcast dives into deep analysis of alienation, despair, and nihilism in the protagonist's journey. Exploring themes of extreme depression, emotional isolation, and criticisms of the book's impact on readers, the discussion highlights the dark and disturbing elements portrayed in the narrative.

Writer and occultist John Michael Greer delves into the intricacies of Kabbalah, exploring its origins, structure, and practical applications in magic. He warns against common errors and discusses Kenneth Grant's unique alterations to the Tree of Life, while also touching on symbolic language in rituals and upcoming projects in astrology

Jay Garfield is an American professor of philosophy who specializes in Tibetan Buddhism. In this episode we loosely discuss his book Losing Ourselves: Learning to Live Without a Self. Book link: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Losing-Ourselves-Learning-Live-without/dp/069122028X --- Become part of the Hermitix community: Hermitix Twitter - https://twitter.com/Hermitixpodcast Support Hermitix: Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/hermitix Donations: - https://ko-fi.com/hermitix Hermitix Merchandise - http://teespring.com/stores/hermitix-2 Bitcoin Donation Address: 3LAGEKBXEuE2pgc4oubExGTWtrKPuXDDLK Ethereum Donation Address: 0x31e2a4a31B8563B8d238eC086daE9B75a00D9E74

The podcast dives into a review of Cormac McCarthy's novels 'The Passenger' and 'Stella Maris', exploring intertwined stories, mysteries, schizophrenia, and philosophical discussions. It delves into the themes of mystery, topology in literature, war experiences, moral complexity, and love embedded in the intricate narratives.