Pythagoras

Pythagoras and mathematics in ancient philosophy

Guests such as Thales, Anaximander, and Pythagoras delve into the new schools of thought in the 6th century BC about existence and our role in the universe. They discuss monist beliefs, geometric theorems, mathematical contributions, and the transition from mythological to scientific explanations in ancient Greece.

Explore the revival of Pythagoreanism in the Hellenistic period, including the concept of Neopythagoreanism, the Pythagorean way of life, and the unconventional lifestyle of Neopythagoreans. Discover the various facets of Pythagoras and his contributions to different fields, as well as the legendary and mystical feats associated with him in the context of Neopythagoreanism.