Medienphilosophie als „Kommunikologie” – Vilém Flussers (1920-1991) Phänomenologie des Medialen
Despite his ambivalence towards the concept of “media”, Vilém Flusser is considered one of the foundational figures of media philosophy. His complex and associative thinking is highly sceptical with regard to traditional science-orientated media concepts. Flusser’s unique approach to media theory is fundamentally a phenomenology of the media. To capture these tensions the essay pursues a work-inherent interpretation. The essay delves into Flusser’s “Communicology” focusing on his ideas about texts, codes, symbols, and the interplay between media and human thought. One main thesis of the paper is that Flusser emphasizes in his work the need for a nuanced understanding of media philosophy, considering diverse methodological approaches and the evolving nature of media in contemporary society.