
Continental Philosophy and Its Origins - Episode 1-10 w/ Thomas777
The Pete Quiñones Show
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Class Struggles and Socratic Trials in Athens
This chapter explores the sociopolitical landscape of Athens during the Peloponnesian War, focusing on the rise of oligarchs and the influence of the intellectual elite like Socrates. It also examines the implications of Athenian military successes against external threats and critiques the cultural ramifications of Socrates' trial, framing it as a reflection of Athenian societal tensions.
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