
Episode 360: 'Gorgias' by Plato
The Great Books
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The Timeless Relevance of 'Gorgias'
This chapter delves into the modern implications of Plato's 'Gorgias', highlighting its perspectives on public discourse and the origins of political conflict. The speakers reflect on the human inclination to view debates as zero-sum games and challenge the notion that morality is merely performative.
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