Byung-Chul Han
Byung-Chul Han is a South Korean-German philosopher and cultural theorist, known for his critiques of contemporary society, particularly regarding digital culture and the effects of neoliberalism, often referenced in discussions about modern social issues.
Born on Apr 15, 1959 (66 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Rica | 1 | 9.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 5,094,118 | 4,761 | $62,000 | 58$ |
| Hungary | 1 | 5.00 | 0.11% | +0% | 9,660,351 | 10,830 | $160,000 | 179$ |
| Totals | 2 | 14,754,469 | 15,591 | $222,000 | 237$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Hungary:
Byung-Chul Han discusses the phenomenon of time and its implications in contemporary society in his work 'The Scent of Time'.
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Costa Rica:
Byung-Chul Han was awarded the Princess of Asturias Award for Communication and Humanities in 2025.
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Spain:
Byung-Chul Han is a South Korean philosopher who discusses the societal pressures leading to depression.
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Argentina:
Byung-Chul Han reminds us that hope is the capacity to imagine the radically different and maintain an open future.
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Portugal:
Byung-Chul Han is a South Korean-German philosopher known for his essay 'The Burnout Society'.
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Switzerland:
Byung-Chul Han is a philosopher who presents a counter-proposal to constant activism with his concept of 'Vita contemplativa'.
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Spain:
Byung-Chul Han has become a star for his ability to diagnose contemporary malaise.
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Panama:
Byung-Chul Han agrees that hope is a disposition of the spirit that mobilizes thought and action towards possible futures.
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United Kingdom:
Byung-Chul Han is a South Korean-German philosopher known for his distinctive style.
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Uruguay:
The South Korean philosopher Byung-Chul Han discusses how public exposure of emotions in the digital age serves to validate emotional experiences.
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