Join Professor Gabe Gottlieb, a scholar of philosophy, as he dives into the intellectual world of Johann Gottlieb Fichte. They explore Fichte's foundations of natural right and his unique take on the self, contrasting it with Cartesian views. The conversation also touches on the importance of recognition in shaping moral philosophy, Fichte's views on freedom and social interaction, and how his humble beginnings influenced his thoughts on nationalism. It's a captivating journey through German idealism and its lasting impact on modern thought.