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Podcast: Stoa Conversations: Stoicism Applied
Episode: Why Study Ancient Philosophy? (Episode 75)
Description: Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on MavenThe best skiers don’t study ancient skiers. The best physicists don’t turn to Ancient Greece in order to push their field forward. So why should philosophers look back at the work of the ancients?In this episode, Caleb and Michael wrestle with that question. Their answers may surprise you.(02:11) The Argument Against Studying Ancient Philosophy (07:00) Who is Actually Doing Philosophy Today?(16:27) Mining for Diamonds(25...