What Is A Great Books Program? | 019 - a podcast by Isaac and Dan(iel)

We planned this episode with the intention of discussing friendship, but it turned into a more basic conversation on the concept of a "Great Books" program. In this episode, we address questions like, what makes a book "great"? What is the purpose of studying and writing within a tradition? How do these questions impinge on our engagement with western philosophy today? We think these kinds of questions are essential for grounding a critical reading of texts that have been passed down to us.

Spirits: Summerfest (Sierra Nevada) & Gin Gimlet | 03:10
Main Segment: What is a Great Books Program? | 10:49

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