This chapter explores the meeting between Croesus and Solon, where wealth and happiness are juxtaposed with a poignant reflection on fortune and fate. Through their interactions, ancient wisdom and the transient nature of material success are highlighted, leading to a sobering realization that challenges conventional notions of happiness.
This 2020 episode shares the story of the ridiculously wealthy Croesus, which was likely fictionalized in a number of ways. It has become sort of a cautionary tale about pride and hubris, and what really has value in life.
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