Truth Island

This episode is the sixteenth part of a larger series in which I am joined by Roman Empire expert Brett Davidoff, as we discuss some of the parallels of ancient Rome to the United States and other historical instances of democratic decay. In this episode we resume our timeline and discuss the crisis of the third century.

This episode is the fifteenth part of a larger series in which I am joined by Roman Empire expert Brett Davidoff, as we discuss some of the parallels of ancient Rome to the United States and other historical instances of democratic decay. In this episode we take a break from our Roman chronology and discuss how trade functioned in Rome.

Kenny and I tackle the age old question of whether knowledge makes us more fearful or gives us the wisdom to live much more fulfilling lives.

Alexander and I conclude our discussion on why different people have different curiosities.

Kenny and I tackle the age old myth of the silent wise types.

In this first part, Alexander and I discuss how education both succeeds and fails at cultivating curiosity.

Kenny and I discuss why it may be a good idea to be a bit more detached from what happens to you in life.

Alexander and I attempt to define what ingredients are needed when constructing a family suitable for raising children.

Kenny and I discuss the dangers of passion and how it can both positively and negatively effect a person's choices.

Alexander helps me figure out which types of problems can be solved without giving them a second thought, from those requiring extensive analysis.