Alejandro Dolina con Darío Sztajnszrajber | #DemasiadoHumano - Ep.1 2023

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The text analyzes the philosophical implications of lying, exploring disruptive and poetic language while delving into ethical considerations surrounding deception and truth. It also touches on the concept of self-deception, the paradox of Epimenides, and the connection between love, immortality, and societal institutions.

Insights

  • Distinctions between lies, falsehoods, and truths are explored in the context of ethics, emphasizing the importance of intention behind lying.
  • The concept of self-deception and lying to oneself is discussed, highlighting the implications of believing in one's own lies and the paradoxical nature of deception.

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Recent questions

  • What is the significance of disruptive language in philosophy?

    Disruptive language challenges traditional order and interpretation, emphasizing the need for disorder to truly comprehend complex ideas. French philosopher Jack de Rida's writing style, known for its disruptive and poetic nature, sparked discussions on understanding disruptive and poetic language in philosophy.

  • Can lying be considered an ethical issue?

    Lying is explored as an ethical issue, with distinctions made between lies, falsehoods, and truths, focusing on the intention behind the act of lying. The text delves into the concept of distortion in art and communication, discussing how the brain can be easily deceived and the consequences of self-deception.

  • How does Nietzsche view the efficiency of lies?

    Nietzsche suggests that the most efficient lie is one that is believed by everyone, akin to a truth. This challenges traditional notions of lying and truth, highlighting the power of collective belief in shaping perceptions and realities.

  • What is the paradox of Epimenides?

    The paradox of Epimenides involves a man on an island where telling the truth or lying leads to death, creating a paradoxical situation. This philosophical dilemma raises questions about the nature of truth, lies, and their consequences in different contexts.

  • How is love connected to the search for immortality?

    Love is linked to the search for immortality, with Plato connecting love to reproduction and creating works for immortality. Borges' story "The Immortal" challenges the idealization of eternal love, reflecting on the limitations of traditional institutions like marriage and monogamy in the pursuit of immortality.

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Summary

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Philosophical exploration of lying and self-deception

  • The topic of lying in philosophy was sparked by a book by French philosopher Jack de Rida, known for his disruptive and poetic writing style.
  • De Rida's writing style is described as deconstructed and disruptive, challenging traditional order and interpretation.
  • The text discusses the idea of understanding disruptive and poetic language, emphasizing the need for disorder to truly comprehend.
  • The radio is mentioned as a medium that can be poeticized, with debates on whether it can be considered an art form.
  • The discussion delves into the intersection between the Apollonian and the Dionysian, highlighting the need for both concrete and abstract elements in art.
  • Lying is explored as an ethical issue, with distinctions made between lies, falsehoods, and truths, emphasizing the intention behind the act of lying.
  • The text touches on the concept of distortion in art and communication, discussing how the brain can be easily deceived.
  • The idea that lying is unverifiable is presented, with the notion that all liars often escape consequences.
  • Personal experiences with death are shared, reflecting on the impact of mortality and the philosophical contemplation of dying.
  • The text concludes with a discussion on lying to oneself, highlighting the concept of self-deception and its implications.

20:14

"Exploring Truth, Lies, Love, and Immortality"

  • Lying to oneself is a form of self-deception that can lead to believing in one's own lies.
  • The paradox of Epimenides involves a man on an island where telling the truth or lying leads to death, creating a paradoxical situation.
  • Nietzsche suggests that the most efficient lie is one that is believed by everyone, akin to a truth.
  • The concept of dying raises questions about the existence of something beyond the physical body.
  • Various theories metaphorize the idea of existence beyond the body, with the Western concept of the soul being critiqued.
  • Love is linked to the search for immortality, with Plato connecting love to reproduction and creating works for immortality.
  • Borges' story "The Immortal" explores the idea of immortality leading to boredom, challenging the idealization of eternal love.
  • The institutions of love, such as marriage and monogamy, are seen as limited and in need of reflection and change.
  • The death of God is discussed in relation to the shadows of God, which continue to influence societal norms and beliefs.
  • Imagining a non-monogamous society is challenging due to deeply ingrained societal structures and norms, as seen in examples from literature and anthropology.

39:53

Tribal beliefs, birthdate confusion, and astrology reflections.

  • The women in the tribe believe that the river is the father of their children, as they bathe in it once a month, claiming it makes them pregnant.
  • Men in the tribe hunt and gather food, which they bring back at night to feed the embryos by penetrating the women and providing semen to nourish the children.
  • The narrator discusses the controversy surrounding his birthdate, with conflicting accounts leading to confusion and misrepresentation.
  • Despite the discrepancies, the narrator's legal birthdate is recorded as May 25th, although he was actually born on May 20th.
  • The narrator reflects on astrology and psychoanalysis, finding astrology more appealing as it allows for emotional connection and personal exploration, unlike psychoanalysis which he engages in weekly for self-reflection.
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