

Cicero and the Founding Fathers
May 8, 2024
Legal scholar Jeffrey Rosen discusses the influences of philosophers on the founding fathers, emphasizing virtues, self-government, and the pursuit of happiness. The podcast delves into the contrasting campaign styles of Andrew Jackson and John Quincy Adams, touches on Jefferson's philosophical evolution, and explores early rising and mindful habits inspired by historical figures.
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Introduction
00:00 • 5min
Campaign Styles of Jackson and Adams: A Historical Contrast
04:55 • 12min
Resilience, Abolitionism, and Influence of Philosophers on Founding Fathers
17:10 • 4min
The Founding Fathers and the Pursuit of Virtue
21:39 • 14min
Jefferson's Philosophical Evolution
35:25 • 23min
Revisiting Founding Fathers' Legacies
58:16 • 6min
Exploring Early Rising, Mindful Habits, and Structured Daily Routines
01:04:31 • 4min