APA Member Interview: Ryan S. Bingham
Briefly

Ryan S. Bingham, a doctoral candidate at the University of Chicago Divinity School, investigates Jacques Derrida's philosophy, particularly the concept of 'materialism without substance' in his dissertation. Bingham's work examines the intersections of religion, culture, and politics through Derrida's critique of binary oppositions. His current focus includes various chapters of his dissertation, engaging with key texts like 'Specters of Marx' and an earlier essay on dialectic. Bingham’s scholarly contributions aim to deepen our understanding of deconstruction's implications for contemporary philosophical debates.
In his dissertation, Ryan S. Bingham engages with Jacques Derrida's ideas by exploring the intersections of philosophy, religion, culture, and politics in 'A Materialism without Substance.'
Bingham highlights the contamination between binary oppositions critical to philosophy, aiming to challenge conventional distinctions such as being/non-being and good/evil.
Currently, Bingham is working on his dissertation's chapters, particularly analyzing Derrida's 'materialism without substance' and its implications for religion and politics.
Bingham's research showcases Derrida's notion of différance, delving into its earlier manifestations and its significant role in contemporary philosophical discussions.
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