https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sophist--6993330enBooksCopyright Ancient Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ba1c4b4832588436ff565c5dc0d07847.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sophist--6993330Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:47:02 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)Ancient Genrespreaker37@podcastlibrary.orgSophist (Ancient Greek: Σοφιστής) discusses being and not-being while drawing a distinction between the philosopher and the sophist. - Summary by Geoffrey Edwardsfalse07c0dc5c-0286-5faf-b39e-be0072e12830episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lausiac-history-palladius--74446622https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74446622Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:05:36 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)Lausiac History-Palladius is a compelling exploration of early Christian monasticism, chronicling the lives and deeds of ascetic figures in the late antiquity period. This work offers profound insights into the spiritual struggles and the quest for...16380falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/apology-of-socrates-version-2-plato-platon--74393270https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74393270Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:05:08 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)The "Apology of Socrates" is a profound philosophical text by Plato that captures the essence of Socrates' defense during his trial in ancient Athens. This work delves into themes of morality, justice, and the pursuit of truth, showcasing Socrates'...4578falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bacchae-euripides--74312741https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74312741Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:04:32 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)"Bacchae" by Euripides is a powerful exploration of the duality of human nature, the conflict between reason and instinct, and the consequences of ignoring the divine. This timeless tragedy delves into themes of faith, identity, and the often...5720falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/alcestis-euripides--74206594https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74206594Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:05:45 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)Alcestis by Euripides is a poignant exploration of love, sacrifice, and the complexities of human relationships. At its core, the play delves into the themes of devotion and the lengths one will go to for those they cherish, making it a timeless...4611falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lucian-s-dialogues-volume-2-the-dialogues-of-the-sea-gods-lucian-of-samosata--74140289https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74140289Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:05:40 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)Lucian's Dialogues Volume 2, The Dialogues of the Sea-Gods, presents a captivating exploration of philosophical discourse through the voices of mythical sea deities. This collection invites listeners into a rich tapestry of wit and wisdom, where...3051falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oedipus-rex-storr-translation-sophocles--74092655https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74092655Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:04:59 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)Oedipus Rex, translated by Storr, presents a timeless exploration of fate, free will, and the quest for truth as it follows the tragic downfall of Oedipus, the king who unknowingly fulfills a dire prophecy. This powerful narrative delves into the...5088falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/symposium-plato-platon--74036354https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74036354Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:05:07 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)"Symposium" by Plato is a profound exploration of love, beauty, and the nature of human connection, presented through a series of philosophical dialogues at a banquet. This timeless work invites listeners to reflect on the complexities of desire and...8108falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/critias-plato-platon--73981511https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73981511Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:05:23 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)"Critias" by Plato presents a compelling exploration of ancient philosophies, delving into themes of governance, morality, and the ideal society. This dialogue, attributed to one of Socrates' contemporaries, offers a profound look at the intersection...3993falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/phaedo-plato-platon--73926494https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73926494Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:04:57 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)"Phaedo" by Plato is a profound exploration of the nature of the soul and the afterlife, presented through a dialogue that captures the final hours of Socrates before his execution. This philosophical work delves into themes of immortality, the...11038falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/selection-from-the-discourses-of-epictetus-with-the-encheiridion-epictetus--73866683https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73866683Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:05:17 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)"Selection from the Discourses of Epictetus with the Encheiridion-Epictetus" presents a profound exploration of Stoic philosophy through the teachings of Epictetus, focusing on the importance of personal responsibility and the pursuit of virtue. This...26908falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-the-ends-of-good-and-evil-marcus-tullius-cicero--73801946https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73801946Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:02:22 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)"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 in human experience. Cicero's insights into justice, virtue, and the moral dilemmas...29203falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/alcestis-euripides--73769789https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73769789Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:02:17 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)"Alcestis" by Euripides is a poignant exploration of love, sacrifice, and the complexities of human relationships. The story delves into the themes of devotion and the lengths one might go to for a loved one, making it a timeless reflection on the...4611falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/symposium-version-2-dramatic-reading-plato-platon--73739830https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73739830Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:02:09 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)"Symposium (version 2) (dramatic reading)" by Plato presents a series of philosophical dialogues centered around the nature of love, exploring various perspectives through the voices of prominent figures. This dramatic reading brings to life the...9171falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/physics-aristotle--73716327https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73716327Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:02:27 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)"Physics-Aristotle" delves into the foundational concepts of physics as articulated by the ancient philosopher Aristotle, exploring his insights into the nature of reality and the principles governing the physical world. This work is essential for...34744falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/satires-decimus-iunius-iuvenalis--73696927https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73696927Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:02:56 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)"Satires-Decimus Iunius Iuvenalis" presents a piercing critique of Roman society through the sharp wit of its author, Juvenal. This collection of satirical poems exposes the moral decay, hypocrisy, and vices of the time, reflecting the complexities of...19094falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fasti-publius-ovid-ovidius-naso--73675933https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73675933Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:02:48 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)Fasti-Publius, attributed to the renowned Roman poet Ovidius Naso, is a poetic exploration that delves into the significance of Roman festivals and their connection to mythology and the changing seasons. This work captures the essence of cultural and...19941falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gorgias-benjamin-jowett-plato-platon--73653087https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73653087Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:03:06 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)Gorgias, a dialogue by Plato translated by Benjamin Jowett, delves into profound philosophical themes such as rhetoric, ethics, and the nature of persuasion. This work examines the tension between truth and the art of persuasion, raising questions...25599falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/heroides-publius-ovid-ovidius-naso--73627774https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73627774Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:25:48 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)"Heroides-Publius" by Ovid, also known as Ovidius Naso, presents a unique collection of poetic letters from mythological heroines to their absent lovers. This work explores themes of love, longing, and the complexities of relationships, capturing the...18889falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sappho-a-new-rendering-publius-ovid-ovidius-naso-sappho--73590657https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73590657Fri, 07 Aug 2026 02:56:50 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)"Sappho A New Rendering" presents a fresh interpretation of the timeless works of Sappho, the iconic ancient poet known for her profound explorations of love and desire. Through the lens of Publius Ovidius Naso, also known as Ovid, this audiobook...2139falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/euthydemus-plato-platon--73558875https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73558875Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:22:46 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)Euthydemus by Plato is a compelling dialogue that explores the nature of wisdom and the art of argumentation, showcasing the contrasting styles of sophistry and genuine philosophical inquiry. Through spirited exchanges, the characters delve into the...5608falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/euthydemus-plato-platon--73276642https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73276642Fri, 31 Jul 2026 09:00:46 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)Euthydemus by Plato explores the nature of knowledge and the art of argumentation through a dialogue that showcases the contrasting philosophies of sophistry and genuine wisdom. This engaging text delves into the complexities of human understanding,...5608falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sophist-plato-platon--71674374https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71674374Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:09:25 +0000Plato (Πλάτων)Sophist (Ancient Greek: Σοφιστής) discusses being and not-being while drawing a distinction between the philosopher and the sophist. - Summary by Geoffrey Edwards9558ancient,discusses,distinction,drawing,edwards,geoffrey,greek,philosopher,plato,sophistfalsefull