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Pill Pod 86 - Know Your Enemy ft. Matthew Sitman
PlasticPills - Philosophy & Critical Theory Podcast
The Seductiveness of Straussianism
This chapter explores the appeal and allure of Straussianism, a way of reading texts associated with philosopher Stros. The speakers discuss the seductive aspect of reading different languages, critiquing early modern thought, and mixing in cultural commentary. They also delve into the attraction of Straussianism for conservatism, particularly its assertion of eternal human truths and its influence on right-wing intellectualism.
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