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Episode 360: 'Gorgias' by Plato

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The Interplay of Rhetoric and Morality in Plato's 'Gorgias'

This chapter examines the complex relationship between rhetoric, ethics, and individual virtue as presented in Plato's 'Gorgias.' It discusses the dangers of persuasive speech that prioritizes manipulation over the pursuit of truth and justice, affecting societal understanding and personal well-being.

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