Exploring Postmodernism | Debunking Universal Truths
Channel: Sparky's Training Academy
Date: 2024-04-05

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This lecture delves into the philosophical movement of postmodernism, an influential current of thought that emerged in the mid-20th century as a critique of modernism's grand narratives and absolute truths. Through an exploration of its origins, key figures such as Jean-François Lyotard, Jacques Derrida, Michel Foucault, and Jean Baudrillard, as well as its impact on society, art, and culture, the lecture illuminates postmodernism's emphasis on diversity, relativism, and the multiplicity of truths. It discusses the movement's skeptical view of universal truths, its reevaluation of ethics and knowledge, and its pervasive influence on contemporary media, literature, and academic discourse. This comprehensive overview provides valuable insights into postmodernism's role in shaping current perspectives on reality, ethics, and the fragmented narratives that define our digital age, making it a pertinent discussion for understanding today's cultural and philosophical landscape.

00:00 - Intro
00:14 - Entering the Postmodern Era
01:26 - Aftermath of WWII
02:47 - The End of Grand Narratives
04:06 - Deconstructing Texts
05:10 - Power, Knowledge, Discourse
06:34 - Blurring Reality and Simulation
07:54 - Postmodernism in Art
09:17 - Controversies of Postmodernism
10:38 - Postmodernism Today
12:00 - Reflecting on Postmodernism