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Awaarelaal PhilosophyNietzsche, Genealogy, HistoryFriedrich Nietzsche is a philosopher put to many uses by groups of reactionary and institutional interests. His larger philosophical project, however, has always been about sense and subtleties and experiment, and for that reason, it is important to never read any quote or aphorism on its own, but engage with his texts in their complete depth.In this episode, Shehzor gives you an overview of the book On the Genealogy of Morals, and Michel Foucault's essay "Nietzsche, Genealogy, History". This covers important concepts such as "good and evil", "good and bad", "slave morality", "master morality", "ressentiment", "guilt", "bad c...2022-03-121h 36
Awaarelaal PhilosophyLIFE UPDATES and Rambling (SPED UP)In this Shehzor takes you through some of aer recent work and happenings in aer life. Ae talk at length about their thesis at college, and other questions that have been taking up aer time. This is a very rough and unedited recording that Shehzor made past midnight, and is nothing like the other episodes of Awaarelaal Philosophy.2021-12-2831 min
Awaarelaal PhilosophyGramsci's Revolution (Gramsci ka Inquilab)Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=56853820&fan_landing=trueSupport me on Buy me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/shehzorFollow me on Instagram: @hemlockhating_gothWe often wonder how people who are obviously such horrible leaders can stay in power so well. In the pandemic we have seen the disastrous policies of right-wing parties, that have caused the deaths of millions. And yet, many people from all walks of life stay devoted to these parties and leaders and keep them in power. How do...2021-09-0257 min
Awaarelaal PhilosophyHistory of Feminisms (Feminisms ke itihaas)Support me on Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/shehzorSupport Trans Community Kitchen. DM @transcommunitykitchen on Instagram.Follow me on Instagram: @hemlockhating_gothHappy Pride!The movement for women's rights has had a long, powerful, and contradictory history, which the Maoist feminist Anuradha Gandhy critically analysed in her book Philosophical Trends in the Feminist Movement. This episode of Awaarelaal Philosophy is based on this book, going through: 1) An overview of the F...2021-06-091h 04
Awaarelaal PhilosophyFundamentals of Marxism (Marxism kya hai? Uski buniyaad samajhiye)It is imperative for every Indian today to educate themselves about the nature of the crisis we find ourselves in. That can only happen through a materialist diagnosis of the problems, and having a stronger understanding of the overarching system of capitalism itself, which allowed such a pandemic to happen. Learning the fundamentals of Marxism is the best place to start this. In this episode, Shehzor (COM.Ü.L) takes you through the philosophy and political-economy of Marxism, explaining concepts like dialectical materialism and surplus-value in casual Dakhni.Follow me on Instagram @hemlockhating_goth (I misspelled it in t...2021-04-2632 min
Awaarelaal PhilosophyLiberalism vs CommunismIn the subcontinent, "Liberal" is a word much maligned, for its associations with Westernisation and anti-religious attitudes. However, it is important to gain a firm understanding of the historical conditions in which the philosophy of liberalism came about, and how it fares in today's world, especially in economic analyses and solutions. For all its soft, glowing appeal, does liberalism present an adequate opposition to dogmatic religion and conservatism? In this episode, Shehzor talks about the history and present of liberalism. They contrast its obsession with the "Right to Property" with communist revolutions and experiments across the world, like in...2021-04-0634 min
Awaarelaal PhilosophyThe Philosophy of Bhagat Singh (w/Adwaith Sreekara)On the 90th Shaheed Diwas, Shehzor talks about the confused and omnipresent legacy of HSRA leader and freedom struggle martyr, Bhagat Singh. They are joined by Com. Adwaith Sreekara, who gives an overview of the political situation in the time Bhagat Singh was active, his jail notebooks, and his unique application of Marxism to the Indian context. There is some debate about his symbolic role and utility in India's political landscape today, and a discussion of philosophical concepts like idealism and materialism. Jail Notebooks and Other Writings: https://mayday.leftword.com/catalog/product/view/id/21367W...2021-03-2339 min
Awaarelaal PhilosophyIntroduction to Awaarelaal PhilosophyShehzor (COM.Ü.L) tells you about the intent behind this podcast and then gives an explanation of their approach to current material and existential concerns of young people, grounded in the name of Awaarelaal.Follow me on Instagram: @hemlockhating_goth2021-02-2811 min