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Massimo Pigliucci on Virtue, The Neutrality of Money, and Leadership
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What is character? Why is it important?
James speaks with Professor Massimo Pigliucci about his new book The Quest for Character: What the Story of Socrates and Alcibiades Teaches Us About Our Search for Good Leaders. Alcibiades seemed to have it all - a magnetic personality, wealth, good looks, and more - but he lacked the most critical thing, character. Through the relationship of Socrates and Alicibaides, Massimo helps us better understand how we can lead an excellent life.
Massimo Pigliucci is a Professor of Philosophy at the City College of New York. His books include:
How to Be a Stoic: Using Ancient Philosophy to Live a Modern Life
A Handbook for New Stoics: How to Thrive in a World Ouf of Your Control
Massimo is a thought leader on stoicism, Neoskepticism, and ancient philosophy for modernity. The conversation includes a discussion on the definition of character, money as an indifferent, role ethics, teaching virtue, and more.
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