Release from the Cave - Bringing Philosophy to Life #25

Join Albert A. Anderson as he delves into Plato's Allegory of the Cave,
unraveling its metaphorical layers to illuminate the transformative journey
from ignorance to knowledge. Through Socratic dialogue and dialectic, Anderson
explores the role of questioning and critical inquiry in uncovering truth,
urging listeners to transcend the shadows of perception and embrace the
pursuit of deeper understanding.

Bringing Philosophy to Life

In this series, philosopher and author, Albert A. Anderson, explores the
modern world through ancient philosophers such as Socrates, Plato and
Aristotle. He provides insightful analyses on the practical applications of
philosophy in our daily lives, and brings a fresh perspective on how these
concepts can create a better understanding of the world around us. In this
podcast, you will be presented with philosophical ideas in a way that is
accessible and easy to understand, making it an engaging listen for both old
and new philosophy enthusiasts.

Albert A. Anderson, Ph.D., is Professor of Philosophy Emeritus at Babson
College in Massachusetts, where he held an endowed chair as Murata Professor
of Ethics from 1995 to 2003. He has also held tenured faculty appointments in
philosophy at Clark University and Albion College and full-time positions at
Bates College and Rhode Island School of Design. He was a founding member of
the International Society for Universal Dialogue serving as its president from
1996-2001. He is president of Agora Publications, Inc., which specializes in
translating, adapting, and performing classical philosophical texts.