Plato’s life was shaped by the tragedy of Socrates’ death, fueling a quest for truth that led to the creation of the Academy and ideas that still shape our world. In this episode, we explore his vision of reality, justice, love, and the ideal state ideas that remain as challenging as they are inspiring.

• The personal loss that sparked a philosophical revolution

• The Theory of Forms and the Allegory of the Cave

• Plato’s blueprint for an ideal state and lasting legacy