Theory & Philosophy

David Guignion

Welcome! My name’s David Guignion and I distill complicated philosophical and theoretical ideas for wide audiences. While ideas are important to help us understand the world, it is even more important to put ideas into action. Some of this channel’s key theoretical and pragmatic influences include, but are not limited to, Marxism, Decolonialization, Feminism, Gender and Queer theory, and Critical Race Theory.

This channel’s content is recorded on the in Tiohtiá:ke/Montreal, the traditional territory of the Kanien’kehà:ka, comprised of
the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, Huron/Wendat, Abenaki, and Anishinaabeg.

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20 episodes
Updated July 25

Episodes20

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July 25 · 49 min
Paulo Freire's "Pedagogy of the Oppressed"
In this episode, I cover Paulo Freire's "Pedagogy of the Oppressed." Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theoryandphilosophy paypal.me/theoryphilosophy IG: @theory_and_philosophy
June 20 · 1 hr 18 min
J. G. Fichte's "The Science of Knowledge" (Part 2 of 2)
In this episode, I cover the second half of J. G. Fichte's "The Science of Knowledge." Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theoryandphilosophy paypal.me/theoryphilosophy IG: @theory_and_philosophy
May 30 · 47 min
J.G. Fichte's "The Science of Knowledge" (Part 1 of 2)
In this episode, I cover the first part of J.G. Fichte's The Science of Knowledge up to the First Part of the Theoretical Part of the Science of Knowledge. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theoryandphilosophy paypal.me/theoryphilosophy IG: @theory_and_philosophy
Nov 1, 2025 · 1 hr 19 min
Eunsong Kim's "The Politics of Collecting" (Interview)
*Note: The Getty was meant to collect pre-20th century Western European art, not just 19th century Western European art, as per Paul Getty's will* In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Eunsong Kim, Associate Professor of English at Northeastern, to discuss her new book, "The Politics of Collecting: Race and the Aestheticization of Property." You can purchase it from the publisher here who's currently holding a sale (not a sponsorship): https://read.dukeupress.edu/books/book/3382/The-Politics-of-CollectingRace-and-the You can access Offshoot Journal with this link: https://offshootjournal.org/
Oct 18, 2025 · 1 hr 9 min
Patricia Hill Collins' "Black Feminist Thought" (Part 2 of 2)
In this episode, I cover chapters 5-12 of Patricia Hill Collins' "Black Feminist Thought." Please consider donating to one of the following organizations: Palestinian Children's Relief Fund: https://pcrf1.app.neoncrm.com/forms/general United Nations Relief and Works Agency: https://donate.unrwa.org/gaza/~my-donation Middle East Children's Alliance: https://secure.everyaction.com/1_w5egiGB0u0BAfbJMsEfw2 Twitter: @DavidGuignion IG: @theory_and_philosophy
Oct 4, 2025 · 1 hr 2 min
Patricia Hill Collins' "Black Feminist Thought" (Part 1 of 2)
In this episode, I cover chapters 1-4 of Patricia Hill Collins' "Black Feminist Thought." Please consider donating to one of the following organizations: Palestinian Children's Relief Fund: https://pcrf1.app.neoncrm.com/forms/general United Nations Relief and Works Agency: https://donate.unrwa.org/gaza/~my-donation Middle East Children's Alliance: https://secure.everyaction.com/1_w5egiGB0u0BAfbJMsEfw2 Twitter: @DavidGuignion IG: @theory_and_philosophy
Aug 14, 2025 · 14 min
Hegel vs. Kant
In this episode, I explain Hegel's criticisms of Kant philosophical efforts and their shortcoming in accounting for the actual operation of the faculties of understanding and reason in the world, in The Phenomenology of Spirit. Please consider donating to one of the following organizations: Palestinian Children's Relief Fund: https://pcrf1.app.neoncrm.com/forms/general United Nations Relief and Works Agency: https://donate.unrwa.org/gaza/~my-donation Middle East Children's Alliance: https://secure.everyaction.com/1_w5egiGB0u0BAfbJMsEfw2 Twitter: @DavidGuignion IG: @theory_and_philosophy
Aug 9, 2025 · 1 hr 2 min
Immanuel Kant's "Metaphysical Foundations of Natural Science"
In this episode, I cover Immanuel Kant's "Metaphysical Foundations of Natural Science." Please consider donating to one of the following organizations: Palestinian Children's Relief Fund: https://pcrf1.app.neoncrm.com/forms/general United Nations Relief and Works Agency: https://donate.unrwa.org/gaza/~my-donation Middle East Children's Alliance: https://secure.everyaction.com/1_w5egiGB0u0BAfbJMsEfw2 Twitter: @DavidGuignion IG: @theory_and_philosophy
Jul 26, 2025 · 1 hr 11 min
Immanuel Kant's "Prolegomena to any Future Metaphysics"
In this episode, I cover Immanuel Kant's "Prolegomena to any Future Metaphysics." Please consider donating to one of the following organizations: Palestinian Children's Relief Fund: https://pcrf1.app.neoncrm.com/forms/general United Nations Relief and Works Agency: https://donate.unrwa.org/gaza/~my-donation Middle East Children's Alliance: https://secure.everyaction.com/1_w5egiGB0u0BAfbJMsEfw2 Twitter: @DavidGuignion IG: @theory_and_philosophy
Jul 12, 2025 · 50 min
Cedric Robinson's "Black Marxism" (Part 3 of 3)
In this episode, I cover part two of Cedric Robinson's "Black Marxism." Please consider donating to one of the following organizations: Palestinian Children's Relief Fund: https://pcrf1.app.neoncrm.com/forms/general United Nations Relief and Works Agency: https://donate.unrwa.org/gaza/~my-donation Middle East Children's Alliance: https://secure.everyaction.com/1_w5egiGB0u0BAfbJMsEfw2 Twitter: @DavidGuignion IG: @theory_and_philosophy
Jun 28, 2025 · 54 min
Cedric Robinson's "Black Marxism" (Part 2 of 3)
In this episode, I cover part two of Cedric Robinson's "Black Marxism." Please consider donating to one of the following organizations: Palestinian Children's Relief Fund: https://pcrf1.app.neoncrm.com/forms/general United Nations Relief and Works Agency: https://donate.unrwa.org/gaza/~my-donation Middle East Children's Alliance: https://secure.everyaction.com/1_w5egiGB0u0BAfbJMsEfw2 Twitter: @DavidGuignion IG: @theory_and_philosophy
Jun 14, 2025 · 1 hr 1 min
Cedric Robinson's "Black Marxism" (Part 1 of 3)
In this episode, I cover part one of Cedric Robinson's "Black Marxism." Please consider donating to one of the following organizations: Palestinian Children's Relief Fund: https://pcrf1.app.neoncrm.com/forms/general United Nations Relief and Works Agency: https://donate.unrwa.org/gaza/~my-donation Middle East Children's Alliance: https://secure.everyaction.com/1_w5egiGB0u0BAfbJMsEfw2 Twitter: @DavidGuignion IG: @theory_and_philosophy
May 10, 2025 · 1 hr 3 min
José Vasconcelos' "The Cosmic Race" with Dr. Alison Posey
In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Alison Posey, Postdoctoral Researcher in Duke University's Department of Romance Studies (Spanish) to discuss José Vasconcelos' "The Cosmic Race." Please consider donating to one of the following organizations: Palestinian Children's Relief Fund: https://pcrf1.app.neoncrm.com/forms/general United Nations Relief and Works Agency: https://donate.unrwa.org/gaza/~my-donation Middle East Children's Alliance: https://secure.everyaction.com/1_w5egiGB0u0BAfbJMsEfw2 Twitter: @DavidGuignion IG: @theory_and_philosophy
Apr 26, 2025 · 1 hr 17 min
[Fre] Défaire le Suicidisme avec Alexandre Baril
Dans cet épisode, Alexandre Baril, professeur agrégé de travail social à l'Université d'Ottawa, me rejoint pour discuter de son nouveau livre, Défaire le Suicidisme. Vous pouvez accéder gratuitement à la version anglaise du livre ci-dessous. Cet épisode aborde des sujets délicats tels que le suicide, l'automutilation et la violence systémique. Veuillez l'écouter avec précaution. Vous trouverez également ci-dessous des ressources en santé mentale en anglais et en français, au cas où vous en auriez besoin. [Anglais] Défaire le Suicidisme (gratuit): https://temple.manifoldapp.org/projects/undoing-suicidism Lignes téléphoniques d'urgence et groupes de soutien en ligne (French and English): -Trans LifeLine (trans/non-binary people): 1-877-330-6366 (Canada), 1-877-565-8860 (USA) -Autisme Soutien: Online support for autistic people (French Canada): https://autismesoutien.ca/ -BlackLine (BIPOC): 1-800-604-5841 (USA + Canada) Lignes téléphoniques d'urgence régulières (qui peuvent tracer votre appel et contacter les services d'urgence) : -Talk Suicide Canada: 1-833-456-4566 -Suicide.ca (Québec): 1-866-APPELLE -The Hope for Wellness Helpline (Indigenous people in Canada): 1-855-242-3310 -The Samaritains (USA): 1-212-673-3000
Apr 26, 2025 · 1 hr 2 min
[Eng] Undoing Suicidism with Alexandre Baril
In this episode, I'm joined by Alexandre Baril, Associate professor of Social Work at the University of Ottawa to discuss his book, Undoing Suicidism. You can access the English version of the book for free below. This episode discusses sensitive subject matter including suicide, self harm, and systemic violence. Please listen with care. You will also find English and French Canadian mental health resources below in case you require them. Undoing Suicidism (Free Access): https://temple.manifoldapp.org/projects/undoing-suicidism Safe Hotlines and Online Support Groups (French and English): -Trans LifeLine (trans/non-binary people): 1-877-330-6366 (Canada), 1-877-565-8860 (USA) -Autisme Soutien: Online support for autistic people (French Canada): https://autismesoutien.ca/ -BlackLine (BIPOC): 1-800-604-5841 (USA + Canada) Regular Hotlines (might trace your call and contact emergency services): -Talk Suicide Canada: 1-833-456-4566 -Suicide.ca (Québec): 1-866-APPELLE -The Hope for Wellness Helpline (Indigenous people in Canada): 1-855-242-3310 -The Samaritains (USA): 1-212-673-3000
Apr 12, 2025 · 46 min
Karl Marx's "18th Brumaire of Louis Bonaparte"
In this episode, I cover Karl Marx's "18th Brumaire of Louis Bonaparte." Please consider donating to one of the following organizations: Palestinian Children's Relief Fund: https://pcrf1.app.neoncrm.com/forms/general United Nations Relief and Works Agency: https://donate.unrwa.org/gaza/~my-donation Middle East Children's Alliance: https://secure.everyaction.com/1_w5egiGB0u0BAfbJMsEfw2 Twitter: @DavidGuignion IG: @theory_and_philosophy
Mar 29, 2025 · 1 hr 4 min
Jasbir K. Puar's "Terrorist Assemblages" (Part 2 of 2)
In this episode, I cover from chapter two to the end of Jasbir K. Puar's "Terrorist Assemblages." Please consider donating to one of the following organizations: Palestinian Children's Relief Fund: https://pcrf1.app.neoncrm.com/forms/general United Nations Relief and Works Agency: https://donate.unrwa.org/gaza/~my-donation Middle East Children's Alliance: https://secure.everyaction.com/1_w5egiGB0u0BAfbJMsEfw2 Twitter: @DavidGuignion IG: @theory_and_philosophy
Mar 21, 2025 · 12 min
Homonationalism | Jasbir K. Puar | Keyword
In this episode, I explain Jasbir K. Puar's notion of "homonationalism." Please consider donating to one of the following organizations: Palestinian Children's Relief Fund: https://pcrf1.app.neoncrm.com/forms/general United Nations Relief and Works Agency: https://donate.unrwa.org/gaza/~my-donation Middle East Children's Alliance: https://secure.everyaction.com/1_w5egiGB0u0BAfbJMsEfw2 Twitter: @DavidGuignion IG: @theory_and_philosophy
Mar 15, 2025 · 1 hr 5 min
Jasbir K. Puar's "Terrorist Assemblages" (Part 1 of 2)
In this episode, I cover the introduction and chapter one of Jasbir K. Puar's "Terrorist Assemblages." Please consider donating to one of the following organizations: Palestinian Children's Relief Fund: https://pcrf1.app.neoncrm.com/forms/general United Nations Relief and Works Agency: https://donate.unrwa.org/gaza/~my-donation Middle East Children's Alliance: https://secure.everyaction.com/1_w5egiGB0u0BAfbJMsEfw2 Twitter: @DavidGuignion IG: @theory_and_philosophy
Mar 1, 2025 · 48 min
Noam Chomsky and Edward Herman's "Manufacturing Consent" (Part 3 of 3)
In this episode, I cover the chapter 5 to the end of Noam Chomsky and Edward Herman's "Manufacturing Consent." Please consider donating to one of the following organizations: Palestinian Children's Relief Fund: https://pcrf1.app.neoncrm.com/forms/general United Nations Relief and Works Agency: https://donate.unrwa.org/gaza/~my-donation Middle East Children's Alliance: https://secure.everyaction.com/1_w5egiGB0u0BAfbJMsEfw2 Twitter: @DavidGuignion IG: @theory_and_philosophy

Theory & Philosophy

Paulo Freire's "Pedagogy of the Oppressed"

J. G. Fichte's "The Science of Knowledge" (Part 2 of 2)

J.G. Fichte's "The Science of Knowledge" (Part 1 of 2)

Eunsong Kim's "The Politics of Collecting" (Interview)

Patricia Hill Collins' "Black Feminist Thought" (Part 2 of 2)

Patricia Hill Collins' "Black Feminist Thought" (Part 1 of 2)

Hegel vs. Kant

Immanuel Kant's "Metaphysical Foundations of Natural Science"

Immanuel Kant's "Prolegomena to any Future Metaphysics"

Cedric Robinson's "Black Marxism" (Part 3 of 3)

Cedric Robinson's "Black Marxism" (Part 2 of 3)

Cedric Robinson's "Black Marxism" (Part 1 of 3)

José Vasconcelos' "The Cosmic Race" with Dr. Alison Posey

[Fre] Défaire le Suicidisme avec Alexandre Baril

[Eng] Undoing Suicidism with Alexandre Baril

Karl Marx's "18th Brumaire of Louis Bonaparte"

Jasbir K. Puar's "Terrorist Assemblages" (Part 2 of 2)

Homonationalism | Jasbir K. Puar | Keyword

Jasbir K. Puar's "Terrorist Assemblages" (Part 1 of 2)

Noam Chomsky and Edward Herman's "Manufacturing Consent" (Part 3 of 3)