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Aug 2023

1h 13m

David Berlinski: Human Nature

SOCRATES IN THE CITY

About this episode

A conversation between David Berlinski and Socrates in the City host Eric Metaxas regarding Dr. Berlinski’s recent book “Human Nature.” This event took place at the Union League Club in New York City in November 2022. Learn more about Socrates in the City at socratesinthecity.com. David Berlinski received his Ph.D. in philosophy from Princeton University […]

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