Episodes

  • 41 - Cyropaedia- The Education of Cyrus by Xenophon

    41 - Cyropaedia- The Education of Cyrus by Xenophon
    Jul 27 2025
    The Cyropaedia, penned in the 4th century BC by Xenophon of Athens, is a fascinating blend of fact and fiction, chronicling the life of Cyrus the Great. Xenophon, a gentleman-soldier and pupil of Socrates, weaves an intriguing narrative that has influenced political thought for centuries. The Cyropaedia, a significant influence on Machiavellis The Prince, challenged medieval political ideologies and was instrumental in shaping modern politics. This seminal work, often referred to as a mirror for princes, has sparked debates about whether it truly portrays an ideal ruler. This episode delves into this influential text and its enduring relevance.
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    11 mins
  • 40 - Cyropaedia- The Education of Cyrus by Xenophon

    40 - Cyropaedia- The Education of Cyrus by Xenophon
    Jul 27 2025
    The Cyropaedia, penned in the 4th century BC by Xenophon of Athens, is a fascinating blend of fact and fiction, chronicling the life of Cyrus the Great. Xenophon, a gentleman-soldier and pupil of Socrates, weaves an intriguing narrative that has influenced political thought for centuries. The Cyropaedia, a significant influence on Machiavellis The Prince, challenged medieval political ideologies and was instrumental in shaping modern politics. This seminal work, often referred to as a mirror for princes, has sparked debates about whether it truly portrays an ideal ruler. This episode delves into this influential text and its enduring relevance.
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    13 mins
  • 39 - Cyropaedia- The Education of Cyrus by Xenophon

    39 - Cyropaedia- The Education of Cyrus by Xenophon
    Jul 27 2025
    The Cyropaedia, penned in the 4th century BC by Xenophon of Athens, is a fascinating blend of fact and fiction, chronicling the life of Cyrus the Great. Xenophon, a gentleman-soldier and pupil of Socrates, weaves an intriguing narrative that has influenced political thought for centuries. The Cyropaedia, a significant influence on Machiavellis The Prince, challenged medieval political ideologies and was instrumental in shaping modern politics. This seminal work, often referred to as a mirror for princes, has sparked debates about whether it truly portrays an ideal ruler. This episode delves into this influential text and its enduring relevance.
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    13 mins
  • 38 - Cyropaedia- The Education of Cyrus by Xenophon

    38 - Cyropaedia- The Education of Cyrus by Xenophon
    Jul 27 2025
    The Cyropaedia, penned in the 4th century BC by Xenophon of Athens, is a fascinating blend of fact and fiction, chronicling the life of Cyrus the Great. Xenophon, a gentleman-soldier and pupil of Socrates, weaves an intriguing narrative that has influenced political thought for centuries. The Cyropaedia, a significant influence on Machiavellis The Prince, challenged medieval political ideologies and was instrumental in shaping modern politics. This seminal work, often referred to as a mirror for princes, has sparked debates about whether it truly portrays an ideal ruler. This episode delves into this influential text and its enduring relevance.
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    13 mins
  • 37 - Cyropaedia- The Education of Cyrus by Xenophon

    37 - Cyropaedia- The Education of Cyrus by Xenophon
    Jul 27 2025
    The Cyropaedia, penned in the 4th century BC by Xenophon of Athens, is a fascinating blend of fact and fiction, chronicling the life of Cyrus the Great. Xenophon, a gentleman-soldier and pupil of Socrates, weaves an intriguing narrative that has influenced political thought for centuries. The Cyropaedia, a significant influence on Machiavellis The Prince, challenged medieval political ideologies and was instrumental in shaping modern politics. This seminal work, often referred to as a mirror for princes, has sparked debates about whether it truly portrays an ideal ruler. This episode delves into this influential text and its enduring relevance.
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    18 mins
  • 36 - Cyropaedia- The Education of Cyrus by Xenophon

    36 - Cyropaedia- The Education of Cyrus by Xenophon
    Jul 27 2025
    The Cyropaedia, penned in the 4th century BC by Xenophon of Athens, is a fascinating blend of fact and fiction, chronicling the life of Cyrus the Great. Xenophon, a gentleman-soldier and pupil of Socrates, weaves an intriguing narrative that has influenced political thought for centuries. The Cyropaedia, a significant influence on Machiavellis The Prince, challenged medieval political ideologies and was instrumental in shaping modern politics. This seminal work, often referred to as a mirror for princes, has sparked debates about whether it truly portrays an ideal ruler. This episode delves into this influential text and its enduring relevance.
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    26 mins
  • 35 - Cyropaedia- The Education of Cyrus by Xenophon

    35 - Cyropaedia- The Education of Cyrus by Xenophon
    Jul 27 2025
    The Cyropaedia, penned in the 4th century BC by Xenophon of Athens, is a fascinating blend of fact and fiction, chronicling the life of Cyrus the Great. Xenophon, a gentleman-soldier and pupil of Socrates, weaves an intriguing narrative that has influenced political thought for centuries. The Cyropaedia, a significant influence on Machiavellis The Prince, challenged medieval political ideologies and was instrumental in shaping modern politics. This seminal work, often referred to as a mirror for princes, has sparked debates about whether it truly portrays an ideal ruler. This episode delves into this influential text and its enduring relevance.
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    19 mins
  • 34 - Cyropaedia- The Education of Cyrus by Xenophon

    34 - Cyropaedia- The Education of Cyrus by Xenophon
    Jul 27 2025
    The Cyropaedia, penned in the 4th century BC by Xenophon of Athens, is a fascinating blend of fact and fiction, chronicling the life of Cyrus the Great. Xenophon, a gentleman-soldier and pupil of Socrates, weaves an intriguing narrative that has influenced political thought for centuries. The Cyropaedia, a significant influence on Machiavellis The Prince, challenged medieval political ideologies and was instrumental in shaping modern politics. This seminal work, often referred to as a mirror for princes, has sparked debates about whether it truly portrays an ideal ruler. This episode delves into this influential text and its enduring relevance.
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    26 mins