Good in Theory: A Political Philosophy Podcast 1 - Plato's Apology 1: The Divine Troll
May 11, 2020
Socrates' trial for impiety and corrupting the youth, the significance of Plato's Apology, reflections on the wisdom of prominent individuals, Socrates' ignorance and intellectual modesty, Socrates' trial as the starting point for Western philosophy and Plato's journey as a philosopher.
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Socratic Method as Dialogue
- Socrates lived a philosopher's life through daily conversations, not formal teaching or writings.
- His method aimed to find contradictions and move closer to truth through dialogue.
Simplified Socrates Trial Tale
- The common view paints Socrates as a virtuous martyr and Athens as irrational villain.
- This black-and-white story simplifies free speech debates, but misses real complexity.
Modern Echoes of Censorship
- Modern debates over expression and censorship echo Socrates's trial with new methods of silencing.
- Today’s 'shutting up' happens via social media bans, firings, and public shaming rather than executions.