In this episode, we explore "Monstrosity and Philosophy" by Filippo Del Lucchese, a compelling examination of the ancient world's myriad monsters, from Amazons and giants to centaurs and gorgons. Del Lucchese investigates how these mythical creatures provoke profound philosophical inquiries about chaos versus order, divinity...
Join us for a captivating episode exploring "Just Prospering? Plato and the Sophistic Debate about Justice" by Merrick Anderson. This insightful book reveals how Plato's Republic emerges from a rich 5th-century debate among the sophists about the nature of justice. Anderson highlights the clash between...
In this episode, we’re exploring how design thinking transforms the world of architecture, inspired by "Design Thinking and Storytelling in Architecture" by Peter G. Rowe and Yoeun Chung. Tune in as we unpack how architects approach creative challenges, using empathy and storytelling to craft innovative...
In this episode, we explore "The Cold War from the Margins" by Theodora K. Dragostinova, which offers a unique perspective on the global 1970s through the lens of Bulgaria, a small socialist state navigating a complex world. Dragostinova reveals how Bulgaria's communist leadership utilized cultural...
In this episode, we explore "Subsidies, Diplomacy, and State Formation in Europe, 1494–1789," edited by Svante Norrhem and Erik Thomson. The book reveals how French subsidies shaped European politics from the late 15th century through the French Revolution, as French kings employed these financial tools...
In this episode, we explore the insights gathered in "The Future of China’s Development and Globalization," edited by Henry Huiyao Wang and Mabel Lu Miao. As the global landscape shifts post-Covid-19, with rising geopolitical tensions and climate challenges, this open-access book presents a critical analysis...
In this episode, we explore "Preferable Futures", edited by Irina Kaldrack and Rolf F. Nohr, a compelling examination of how we can navigate the challenges posed by climate change and digitalization. The book offers a rich tapestry of insights on crafting possible, probable, and desirable...
In this episode, we take a closer look at the first issue of the "American Horological Journal, Vol. I, No. 1, July 1869 Devoted to Pratical Horology", edited by G. B. Miller. This landmark publication covers the fascinating intersection of astronomy and timekeeping, the critical...
Join us for an engaging episode as we unravel the intriguing themes of Tessa Morris-Suzuki's "On the Frontiers of History." Have you ever questioned why we accept the boundaries of nations as natural? What stories emerge when we examine the lives affected by shifting borders?...
In this episode, we explore "Foundations for a Humanitarian Economy" by William D. Bishop, a thought-provoking examination of how the ancient wisdom of Boethius can reshape our understanding of economics today. Bishop challenges the mathematical supremacy of modern economic thinking, advocating for a model rooted...