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Intelligence Squared

Exploring the History of Ideas, with David Runciman

Jul 6, 2024
51:07
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Cambridge Professor David Runciman, from Past Present Future podcast, explores political ideas from Rousseau to Rawls in his new book. He discusses the impact of big personalities on current politics and the importance of reimagining political imagination. The episode also touches on utilitarianism, therapy benefits, and the need to tolerate diverse vices in society.
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  • Reimagine politics by learning from past big thinkers like Rousseau and Rawls for a better future.
  • Challenge societal norms and individual interactions to broaden political insight and dispel misconceptions.

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