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Aug 2021

1h 21m

The Philosophy of Stoicism w/ Massimo Pi...

REVOLUTIONARY LEFT RADIO

About this episode

In this episode, Breht is joined by philosopher Massimo Pigliucci to discuss the philosophy of stoicism. In the second half we open up the conversation and discuss politics, the European right, Massimo's application of stoicism to the climate crisis, and more.

Discover more of Massimo's work here: https://figsinwinter.blog

Outro Music: "La Vie En Rose" by Aviva Le Fey

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