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Athenian Stranger

Guest on The J. Burden Show, known for insightful discussions on philosophy and culture. Maintains a website, Athens Corner, and is active on Twitter.

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Dec 30, 2024 • 1h 10min

The J. Burden Show Ep. 260: Athenian Stranger

Athenian Stranger, a thinker known for his engaging takes on philosophy and culture, joins the discussion. They delve into the mindset needed for athletic success, linking it to Nietzsche's philosophy. A lighthearted anecdote about film choices highlights the intersection of art and friendship. The dialogue also critiques the modern educational system and emphasizes how struggle is vital for growth. Exploring fitness' influence on political views, they advocate for merit and discipline while addressing the complexities of lifestyle shaped by ideology.
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Dec 28, 2022 • 1h 27min

Athenian Stranger - Reactionary Classicism

We speak about what is so unsavory about the classics in our current time, about culture, education, and entertainment as an embedded experience in a way it has never been before, about Twitter spaces as an incredible new forum, and much, much more. Athenian Stranger is a famed Twitter Space host @Athens_Stranger , a philosophical maximalist, and the grey eminence behind Underground University
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Oct 2, 2024 • 1h 6min

How Social Justice Killed Individual Virtue | Guest: Athenian Stranger | 10/2/24

Athenian Stranger, a keen thinker on historical and modern interpretations of justice, joins the discussion. They delve into how ancient views of justice focused on individual virtue, contrasting sharply with today’s institutional perspectives. The conversation highlights the implications of this shift for social justice, touching on classical philosophies from Aristotle to Nietzsche. Athenian Stranger critiques the relativistic approach to morality, stressing the importance of citizenship and community in understanding justice. Their insights spark a thoughtful exploration of virtue's role in contemporary society.