Spencer Klavan as Self
Episodes 2
Dinner In Athens & The War In Ukraine
Against the backdrop of the Acropolis, Peterson and Klavan touch on the hidden motives of the Ukraine-Russia conflict, suggesting it may be partly fueled by an erosion of core Western values and what Peterson terms "anti-human environmentalism." Listen in on their discussion of the relationship between good and evil, morality and reason, and the value of preserving classic ideas as a means to address current global crises and foster personal and societal well-being.
Read MoreAthens & the Logos
From divine revelation in Jerusalem, we move on to explore how man grapples with sacred truth. Dr. Peterson, joined by Spencer Klavan, journeys to Athens to behold the pinnacle of civic achievement. At the Parthenon, trace the origins of free speech and free association. As concerns about our democracy's fragility grow, understand its birth at the Pnyx. Finally, at the ancient Theater of Dionysus, delve into the interconnections between tragedy, criticism, drama, and philosophy. Experience these profound concepts in some of the world's most beautiful and historically significant locations.
Read MoreSymposium: War on the West
All five hosts return together in this final episode, focusing on the necessity of a unifying vision for the future. Shapiro, Klavan, Pageau, Bishop Barron and Dr. Peterson discuss the war on the West, the direct impact of postmodernism on our present day, and why understanding our past and where we came from is necessary to our survival. Together they trace the golden thread that has spanned across history, reawakening the ideals that might just save the West.
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