Cadell Last from Philosophy Portal and David McKerracher of Theory Underground, talking about "killing ourselves with texts." This is about death drive, i.e. the unconscious need for excessive self overcoming. Make sure to subscribe to Philosophy Portal: https://www.youtube.com/@PhilosophyPortal And check out the website! This September they are taking on ECRITS!!! https://philosophyportal.online/ecrits

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