https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/politics--6993268enBooksCopyright Ancient Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/c2bc0824b2e3ff801b5d377efcdc9585.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/politics--6993268Fri, 11 Sep 2026 09:26:16 +0000AristotleAncient Genrespreaker37@podcastlibrary.orgThe Politics, by the ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle, is one of the most influential texts in political philosophy. In it, Aristotle explores the role that the political community should play in developing the virtue of its citizens. One of his...falsed34a21f7-3dac-55cd-8641-1937243aca8cepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/meditations-of-the-emperor-marcus-aurelius-antoninus-marcus-aurelius--74446252https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74446252Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:05:28 +0000AristotleMeditations of the Emperor Marcus Aurelius Antoninus-Marcus Aurelius presents the profound reflections of one of history's most revered leaders. This collection of personal writings offers insights into Stoic philosophy, emphasizing the importance of...17268falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prometheus-bound-thoreau-translation-aeschylus--74392757https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74392757Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:05:09 +0000Aristotle"Prometheus Bound," translated by Henry David Thoreau, presents a timeless exploration of defiance and the struggle against oppression. This powerful work by Aeschylus delves into the myth of Prometheus, who defies the gods to bring fire and knowledge...3548falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gorgias-benjamin-jowett-plato-platon--74312397https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74312397Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:04:39 +0000AristotleGorgias, translated by Benjamin Jowett, is a profound dialogue by Plato that delves into the nature of rhetoric, ethics, and the pursuit of truth. Through a conversation between Socrates and various sophists, the text explores the distinction between...25599falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dialogue-concerning-oratory-or-the-causes-of-corrupt-eloquence-publius-cornelius-tacitus--74206011https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74206011Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:05:40 +0000Aristotle"Dialogue Concerning Oratory, or the Causes of Corrupt Eloquence" by Publius Cornelius Tacitus delves into the nature of oratory and the factors that lead to its decline. Tacitus explores the intricacies of eloquence, examining how rhetoric can become...10872falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/apology-of-socrates-plato-platon--74139859https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74139859Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:05:36 +0000Aristotle"Apology of Socrates" by Plato presents the profound defense of Socrates as he stands trial for corrupting the youth and impiety. This seminal work captures Socrates' unwavering commitment to truth and virtue, illustrating his philosophical stance and...4763falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/annals-vol-2-publius-cornelius-tacitus--74092265https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74092265Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:05:03 +0000Aristotle"Annals Vol 2" by Publius Cornelius Tacitus delves into the intricate history of the Roman Empire, capturing the political machinations and moral complexities of its leaders. Tacitus's keen observations on power, governance, and the human condition...13798falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/social-contract-jean-jacques-rousseau--74035973https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74035973Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:05:05 +0000Aristotle"Social Contract" by Jean-Jacques Rousseau delves into the foundational principles of political philosophy, exploring the relationship between individuals and the collective society. Rousseau argues that legitimate political authority relies on a...17227falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/alcestis-euripides--73981089https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73981089Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:05:16 +0000Aristotle"Alcestis" by Euripides is a poignant exploration of love, sacrifice, and the human condition, centering on the themes of devotion and mortality. The story delves into the depths of a wife's willingness to give her life for her husband, raising...4611falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/physics-aristotle--73925915https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73925915Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:04:55 +0000Aristotle"Physics-Aristotle" delves into the foundational principles of the natural world as explored by the ancient philosopher Aristotle. This work presents a comprehensive examination of motion, causality, and the nature of reality, offering insights that...34744falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/magna-moralia-aristotle--73866259https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73866259Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:05:12 +0000Aristotle"Magna Moralia" by Aristotle delves into the essence of moral philosophy, exploring the nature of virtue and the foundations of ethical behavior. This work invites listeners to reflect on the principles that govern human conduct and the pursuit of a...12779falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/georgics-virgil--73801557https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73801557Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:02:22 +0000Aristotle"Georgics" by Virgil is a timeless exploration of rural life, agriculture, and the relationship between humanity and nature. This poetic work delves into the rhythms of farming, celebrating the beauty of the natural world while also acknowledging the...10304falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-the-ends-of-good-and-evil-marcus-tullius-cicero--73769384https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73769384Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:02:09 +0000Aristotle"On the Ends of Good and Evil" by Marcus Tullius Cicero delves into the fundamental principles that define morality and ethics, exploring the nature of good and evil. This timeless work invites listeners to reflect on the moral dilemmas that have...29203falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/movement-progression-of-animals-aristotle--73739511https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73739511Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:02:08 +0000Aristotle"Movement & Progression of Animals" by Aristotle delves into the intricate mechanisms of how animals move and develop over time, laying foundational concepts in biology and philosophy. Aristotle meticulously examines the principles governing animal...6311falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/apology-of-socrates-plato-platon--73716088https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73716088Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:02:20 +0000Aristotle"Apology of Socrates" by Plato presents a profound exploration of Socrates' defense during his trial, where he confronts the charges against him and articulates his philosophical beliefs. This seminal work delves into themes of justice, morality, and...4763falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/antigone-plumptre-translation-sophocles--73696687https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73696687Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:02:39 +0000Aristotle"Antigone," translated by Plumptre, is a timeless tragedy by Sophocles that delves into the conflict between individual conscience and state law. The story centers on Antigone's resolute stance to honor her brother through burial rites, defying the...4760falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-the-shortness-of-life-lucius-annaeus-seneca--73675594https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73675594Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:02:52 +0000Aristotle"On the Shortness of Life" by Lucius Annaeus Seneca is a profound exploration of the fleeting nature of time and the importance of living a meaningful life. Seneca argues that life is not inherently short, but rather, we often squander it on trivial...5875falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lesser-hippias-plato-platon--73652826https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73652826Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:03:01 +0000AristotleLesser Hippias by Plato delves into the nature of art, beauty, and knowledge through a Socratic dialogue that challenges conventional wisdom. This work invites listeners to explore profound philosophical questions about the definitions of truth and...4104falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/charmides-plato-platon--73627308https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73627308Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:13:41 +0000Aristotle"Charmides" by Plato delves into the exploration of self-knowledge and the nature of temperance, presenting a dialogue that challenges the listener to reflect on the essence of wisdom and virtue. This philosophical work remains relevant today,...3905falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/menexenus-text-517--73590237https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73590237Fri, 07 Aug 2026 02:45:30 +0000AristotleMenexenus (Text 517) presents a profound exploration of themes central to political discourse and civic duty. This work delves into the nuances of rhetoric and the responsibilities of citizens within a society, echoing timeless questions about...2487falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/imperialism-and-world-politics-part-2-of-4-parker-thomas-moon--73558404https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73558404Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:12:06 +0000Aristotle"Imperialism and World Politics, Part 2 of 4" by Parker Thomas Moon delves into the complex interplay between imperialism and global politics, exploring the dynamics that shape international relations. This insightful work examines how imperialistic...24037falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/politics-aristotle--73276254https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73276254Fri, 31 Jul 2026 09:00:43 +0000AristotleAristotle's "Politics" delves into the nature of human society and governance, exploring the various forms of political organization and their implications for achieving the good life. This foundational text examines the relationship between ethics...33302falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/politics-aristotle--71674123https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71674123Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:56:41 +0000AristotleThe Politics, by the ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle, is one of the most influential texts in political philosophy. In it, Aristotle explores the role that the political community should play in developing the virtue of its citizens. One of his...33302ancient,aristotle,classifies,community,constitutions,criticizes,evaluates,political,politics,unenlightenedfalsefull