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The Republic is a Socratic dialogue written by Plato around 380 BC concerning the definition of justice and the order and character of the just city-state and the just man. It is Plato's best-known work and has proven to be one of the most intellectually and historically influential works of philosophy and political theory. In it, Socrates along with various Athenians and foreigners discuss the meaning of justice and examine whether or not the just man is happier than the unjust man by consi ...
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Good in Theory is a podcast about political philosophy and how it can help us understand the world today. Want to know what's in Plato's Republic or Hobbes's Leviathan but don't want to read them? This is your pod. I explain my favourite books in political theory in enough detail that you’ll feel like you read them yourself. Deep but not heavy. No experience needed.
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Plato's Republic is a Socratic dialogue which deals mainly with the definition of justice, the characteristics of a just city state and the just man. Although it was written more than two thousand years ago, many of the ideas and thoughts expounded here are still very much relevant to modern society. This is Plato's best known work and is also considered his most influential especially when it comes to the fields of philosophy and political theory. The Republic is divided into ten books and ...
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This is an incomplete dialogue from the late period of Plato's life. Plato most likely created it after Republic and it contains the famous story of Atlantis, that Plato tells with such skill that many have believed the story to be true. Critias, a friend of Socrates, and uncle of Plato was infamous as one of the bloody thirty tyrants. (Summary by Kevin Johnson)
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Fan of History

Dan Hörning & Bernie Maopolski

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Dan Horning and Bernie Maopolski discuss the events of ancient history all over the world, decade by decade, starting at 1000 BC and moving forward. We love history! History, History, History! That’s all we think of … History in the morning, History for lunch, History for dinner… even history right before bed! And we talk about all the key people in Ancient History – Julius Caesar, Gilgamesh, Jesus, Budha, Lao Tzu, Confucious, Solon, Pythagoras, Alexander the Great, Plato, Socrates, Aristotl ...
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The Republic of Middle Aged Men.

Tim, Lachlan and Reuben (All Certified Middle aged Men)

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Plato, Socrates, Epictetus, Seneca and more. This is The Republic of Middle aged men Podcast. We are 3 real world mates, all of which are wanting to work through Philosophy classics, as well as generally hanging out and chatting about life as Middle aged Men. We hope you enjoy hanging out with us. www.therepublicofmam.com
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Behold, the Lion

The Columbia Witness

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Behold, the Lion explores what it means to have a relationship with Jesus in a university environment, with the mission of spreading the message of Christianity to the curious and equipping Christian listeners with a better understanding of how to live the Christian life in a secular world. We discuss questions of theology, art, literature, and practical living as people of faith in the 21st century. This semester, our new host, Ardaschir Arguelles, is joined by guests from various Christian ...
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The podcast that transports you to the ancient world and back, with some good conversation along the way. It's not just about ancient Greece. It's about a huge chunk of human history that the Greek texts give us access to: from Egypt and Babylon, to Persia, to Carthage and Rome, we'll sail the wine-dark sea of history with some expert guides at the helm. Topics will include archaeology, literature, and philosophy. New episode every month.
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Classics

Cana Academy

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Join us for conversations with the experts. Every episode will focus on a classic: an imaginative or expository text that was a standout in its time and one that exhibits enduring worth.
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Ergo Sum

Austin Liu Mello

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Ergo Sum is an amateur's review of the history of philosophy. It's an ethics-first political philosophy discussion among friends. A lighthearted exploration of the human condition. My little contribution to the Great Conversation. Big ideas. Bigger mouths.
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Ever had an existential crisis in the middle of the night or during your afternoon work routine? Well, I am here to help you out with it. With answering interesting questions like 'Why do we exist', 'What's my purpose in Life', 'Am I a good human being' and many more, this podcast is for anyone even remotely interested in Philosophy. Here, we breakdown critical thinkers and present you with a simple yet reliable explanation!
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This is the last episode where we delve deep into the core content of Plato's "The Republic," exploring its writing background, the philosophical discussions it presents, and its challenging ideas. We discuss the three waves of gender equality: community of property, wives and children, and the philosopher king. We also grapple with the concepts of…
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This discovery certainly did blow Dan and Bernie's minds! And that's not hyperbole, exaggeration, or click bait. No kidding. A really old city has been found in the heart of the Amazon jungle where only stone age hunter gatherers were supposed to be. Wait till you hear how many people lived there and when. Don't miss this episode. Amazon study http…
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With his new advisor Croesus at his side, Cyrus the great ponders the problem with those devious Ionian Greeks. Link to passages in Herodotus for this episode https://penelope.uchicago.edu/Thayer/E/Roman/Texts/Herodotus/1C*.html This is a podcast by Dan Hörning and Bernie Maopolski. If you like what we do you can support the Fan of History project …
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In this episode of the Republic series, we continue to delve into the intricate philosophical views of Socrates as presented in Plato's "The Republic". We explore the complex analogy Socrates constructs between the soul and the city-state, and the definition of the four virtues within each. We also examine the notion of a "noble lie" and how it is …
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In this episode of the Republic Series, we delve into the life and philosophy of Plato. We explore how his experiences, including the political upheaval in Athens, the death of his mentor Socrates, and his failed attempts to create a philosopher-king, shaped his philosophical views. We then take a deep dive into his masterpiece, "The Republic," dis…
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Herodotus tells us Croesus gave a bunch of nice things to Delphi and the other oracle. Many of the items were still seen in his day. That is why the Greeks said Rich as Croesus… The oracle famously tells Croesus that if he attacks the Persians he will destroy a mighty empire. LOL. But also to make an ally of whoever was the most powerful of the Gre…
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In this thought-provoking episode of Philosophy Crossroads, we dive deep into the heart of absurdism, a philosophical perspective that explores the human struggle for meaning in an indifferent universe. Guided by the insights of Albert Camus, we unravel the essence of the absurd condition, the rebellion against this absurdity, and the concept of th…
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See Fred. See Fred's crown. But you'll never see it on his head! King Charles III of the UK became King on Sept 8, 2022 and was coronated on May 6 2023 Frederick X of Denmark became king of Denmark on Jan 14 2024 and but he never had a coronation. In fact he's not even allowed to wear his crown! WHY?? Well that's the focus of this episode with Spec…
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In this illuminating episode of Philosophy Crossroads, we embark on a profound journey into the heart of existentialism to explore the concept of authenticity. Delving into the minds of existentialist giants such as Kierkegaard, Nietzsche, Sartre, and Heidegger, we uncover the essence of living authentically in a world that often pressures us to co…
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Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss Nicolas de Condorcet (1743-94), known as the Last of the Philosophes, the intellectuals in the French Enlightenment who sought to apply their learning to solving the problems of their world. He became a passionate believer in the progress of society, an advocate for equal rights for women and the abolition of the sla…
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Officially, the “age of colonization" ends in 550 BC. There were a few random colonies founded after this time but not many and nothing really important, So (sadly?) we probably won’t have new colonies going forward. Its like if you were playing a video game the colonization phase is over and now its GAME ON! So… what’s going on in Carthage cuz tha…
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In this thought-provoking episode of Philosophy Crossroads, we welcome Dr. Yan Xiaojun, an associate professor of politics and public administration at the University of Hong Kong. As a leading expert on authoritarian politics and political development in contemporary China, Dr. Yan provides profound insights into the complex interplay between trad…
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In this thought-provoking episode of Philosophy Crossroads, we delve into the intricate philosophical debate surrounding Bernard Mandeville's controversial theory that private vices can lead to public virtues. From the historical roots in 'The Fable of the Bees' to modern-day economic and ethical implications, we examine how personal greed, ambitio…
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Now in the 540's BCE it's getting harder to break apart the regions of the world because they are getting more and more connected. But in this episode we can still just talk about Greece and two of its most important and well know cities: Athens and Sparta. In Athens will the third time be a charm? The "tyrant" Pisistratus comes back with mercenari…
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In this enlightening episode of Philosophy Crossroads, we embark on a deep dive into the fascinating world of moral nonnaturalism. Join us as we unravel the complexities of this compelling ethical theory, renowned for its advocacy of objective moral truths independent of natural properties. We explore the historical roots, theoretical foundations, …
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From 2020. There is no WNIH this week so we figured we would present to you the episode Dan is most proud of in the entire history of Fan of History. Naturally the patrons on Patreon does not get charged anything for this rerun of episode 101. Archaeologist Reidar Magnusson, specialized in Northern Europe 1000-500 BC, joins Dan to talk about what w…
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This is a podcast by Dan Hörning and Bernie Maopolski. If you like what we do you can support the Fan of History project on https://www.patreon.com/fanofhistory Link to Spring and Autumn Annals for the decade with comments from The Zhuan https://docs.google.com/document/d/184uBU3XGF9NmH3zfeBz98xNAeBF_UY3Fv_6o0e5UdKk/edit?usp=sharing Contact informa…
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Bernie gets some help from the brilliant and talented podcaster Daniele Bolelli from "History on Fire" Podcast. In this second part of an AMAZING LiDAR survey of the Yucatan lowlands we discuss life in the "Pre-Classic" Mayan world. That, and the usual historical and philosophical observations found on What's New in History and History on Fire. Thi…
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Bret Devereux is a military historian at North Carolina State University and author of the recent viral article "Spartans Were Losers: The US Military's Admiration of a Proto-Fascist City-State is Based on Bad History." He joins us to explain why he thinks that the traditional image of Sparta as an egalitarian society of warrior badasses is a lie. …
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