Fiona Leigh

In a captivating discussion, Angie Hobbs, Fiona Leigh, and James Warren unravel Socrates' profound final days as portrayed in Plato's Crito and Phaedo. They delve into Socrates' unwavering commitment to his principles, emphasizing his decision not to escape prison. The guests explore his views on death as a liberation of the soul, and his compelling arguments for immortality, igniting a lively debate on the nature of existence. They also reflect on Socrates' calm demeanor amidst turmoil, revealing how his philosophy continues to inspire and challenge moral thought.

Fiona Leigh discusses Plato's revised theory of Forms in the Sophist

In this intriguing discussion, guests Angie Hobbs, Frisbee Sheffield, and Fiona Leigh delve into Plato's 'Gorgias.' Hobbs, a philosophy professor, analyzes themes of power and freedom, while Sheffield, a classics lecturer, brings insight into rhetoric’s ethical implications. Leigh explores Plato's philosophical evolution through personal context and the transformative discourse with Callicles. They dissect concepts like 'might is right,' the moral stakes of rhetorical persuasion, and the dialogue's impact on Athenian democracy, blending classic philosophy with contemporary relevance.