Good in Theory: A Political Philosophy Podcast

13 - Plato’s Republic 3: City of Pigs, Army of Dogs

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Oct 5, 2020
In this podcast, Glaucon and Adeimantus challenge Socrates to prove that it's good to be good. Glaucon introduces a ring of invisibility and the gang creates a utopian city of pigs. They also discuss the concept of justice, formation of cities, and the importance of education in Plato's Republic.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
2
Ademantis and Glaucon's Perspective on Justice
02:45 • 3min
3
Exploring the Concept of Justice
06:12 • 15min
4
Formation of Cities and the Concept of Justice
20:57 • 18min
5
Education and the Significance of Relish and Tables
39:15 • 2min