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- The Birth Of a Nation (USA From 1730 - 1774) - Part 3
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The Declaration of Independence is the most iconic/controversial document in the American history. Penned by Thomas Jefferson in 1776, the document didn't just declare what America was about at the time of independence, it also declared what America posterity will be about. In order to understand this document, we want to understand how America came to be America.
In this episode of the birth of a Nation, professor Ron Cline and Erick Nganyange are discussing the status of America from 1730 - 1774. What was America like and how was the relationship between America colonies and Great Britain at that time? And what was the tipping point for the colonies?
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The Declaration of Independence is the most iconic/controversial document in the American history. Penned by Thomas Jefferson in 1776, the document didn't just declare what America was about at the time of independence, it also declared what America posterity will be about. In order to understand this document, we want to understand how America came to be America.
In this episode, professor Ron Cline and Erick Nganyange are discussing America from the year 1620 - 1730 and the conflict that led colonies to separate themselves from Great Britain.Support the show
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The Declaration of Independence is the most iconic/controversial document in American history. Penned by Thomas Jefferson in 1776, the document didn't just declare what America was about at the time of independence, it also declared what America's posterity will be about. In order to understand this document, we want to understand how America came to be America.
In this first episode of the Declaration of Independence series, professor Ron Cline and Erick Nganyange are discussing step by step the birth of America before Christopher Columbus and Thomas Jefferson. We will try to answer the question of when, and how did the land that we know today as The United States of America came to be?Support the show
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You can contact us @: [email protected]37 min - The Social Contract (1762) - Jean Jacques Rousseau
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In this episode, Erick Nganyange and Professor Ron Cline discusses the contents of Jean-Jacques Rousseau's book "On the Social Contract", which was published in 1762. Rousseau, a significant political philosopher of the 18th century, was born in Geneva, an independent Calvinist city-state, in 1712. The focus of the discussion is Rousseau's concept of a political system based on a social contract established by the collective will of the people.
Some of the key topics examined by Erick and Professor Ron include the social contract itself, the state of nature, freedom, civil society, private property, law, and partial associations such as churches, book clubs, knitting clubs, and the like.Support the show
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During this episode, Erick Nganyange and Professor Ron Cline explore the topic of presidential power, specifically executive orders, proclamations, pardons, and signing statements. They discuss the historical background of these powers, their differences, and what the constitution says about them.
The episode also delves into the good, the bad, and the ugly aspects of these presidential powers, as well as what the framers of the constitution intended and thought of them. The professor provides insights into how these powers have been used in the past and how they continue to shape the political landscape of the country today.
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During this episode, Erick Nganyange and Professor Ron Cline delve into the impact of John Locke's book, "Second Treatise of Government." John Locke, a British philosopher, Oxford academic, and medical researcher, this book was published in 1689, Locke proposed that sovereignty should lie in the hands of the people.
The student and professor discuss Locke's ideas on the state of nature, state of war, slavery, and the dissolution of government. They examine how these concepts have influenced political philosophy and impacted the development of modern democratic societies.Support the show
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In this episode, Erick Nganyange and Professor Ron Cline focus on "Leviathan," a book written by Thomas Hobbes in 1651. Hobbes, who was the first philosopher to write in English about political philosophy, also pioneered the concept of a social contract.
In "Leviathan," Hobbes explores the idea of a state of nature, covenant, and social contract. He argues that an absolute monarchy is the most effective way to establish peace and security in a civil society. The book is considered a masterpiece of 17th-century English philosophy.
The episode delves into the key concepts of the book and discusses its relevance in today's world. The professor explains how the book's ideas are still applicable to contemporary political systems and societal structures.Support the show
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During this episode, Erick Nganyange and Professor Ron Cline delve into the infamous book "The Prince" by Niccolo Machiavelli. Although the book was published in 1532, five years after the author's death, it remains a significant work in political philosophy. Machiavelli, who was an Italian Renaissance diplomat, philosopher, and writer, was born in 1469 and died in 1527.
One of the key questions discussed in the episode is why Machiavelli did not want to publish "The Prince" while he was still alive. Additionally, they examine the impact that the book had when it was finally published and the relevance it holds today. They also explore what lessons can be learned from this 400-year-old book.
A central idea in Machiavelli's philosophy is his belief that for a ruler, it is better to be widely feared than to be greatly loved. According to Machiavelli, a loved ruler retains authority by obligation, while a feared leader rules through the fear of punishment. The episode delves into what Machiavelli meant by this statement and its significance in modern politics.Support the show
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You can contact us @: [email protected]28 min - Introduction
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Welcome to this introduction episode, where the student(Erick) and his professor(Ron) discuss the ins and outs of the podcast and what you should expect. Also, the Professor goes into detail breaking down the main subject of the podcast: What is political philosophy? how it started and why you should care about it. How does political philosophy affect our lives? Why have some books on this subject been around for 2500yrs?Support the show
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About The Classroom
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Welcome to the Class. Here, we'll explore some of the most influential/classic books and documents ever written on political philosophy, Religion, Literature, and more. Most importantly, we will…
try to understand their modern relevance.
This podcast serves two primary purposes, which I'd like to refer to as my "dual motivations." Firstly, it fulfills a personal and somewhat self-serving objective: to archive all the valuable insights and teachings I've received from my professor Ron Cline.
Secondly, I aim to safeguard Professor Ron's wisdom for not only my benefit but also for yours and that of future generations. The core concept involves creating an avenue for revisiting and absorbing his profound guidance whenever needed.
It's worth noting that this intention extends beyond Professor Ron's contributions; I am committed to earnestly preserving the teachings of any guest educators who appear on the podcast.
Yours, student
Erick Nganyange
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This podcast serves two primary purposes, which I'd like to refer to as my "dual motivations." Firstly, it fulfills a personal and somewhat self-serving objective: to archive all the valuable insights and teachings I've received from my professor Ron Cline.
Secondly, I aim to safeguard Professor Ron's wisdom for not only my benefit but also for yours and that of future generations. The core concept involves creating an avenue for revisiting and absorbing his profound guidance whenever needed.
It's worth noting that this intention extends beyond Professor Ron's contributions; I am committed to earnestly preserving the teachings of any guest educators who appear on the podcast.
Yours, student
Erick Nganyange
[email protected]