What is Fascism? Introduction to Speech Act Theory

I look at J.L. Austin and an introduction to Speech Act Theory – a linguistic phenomenology that argues that when we use language we don’t just describe the world but are also doing something in describing the world. I use Austin’s idea of performatives and performativity to look at the idea of Fascism, a notoriously difficult concept to define. What’s going on when we use the phrase? Looking at a few definitions, including a famous one in UR-Fascism by Umberto Eco and Roger Griffin’s ‘Palingenetic ultranationalism’, I try to find out. Then & Now is FAN-FUNDED! Support me on Patreon and pledge as little as $1 per video: Or send me a one-off tip of any amount and help me make more videos: Buy on Amazon through this link to support the channel: Follow me on: Facebook: Instagram: Twitter: https://tw