Mind over Matter (The History of Philosophy, part 8)
Description
In this episode, Daniel and Nathan dive into the lives and philosophies of Empedocles and Anaxagoras, who serve as stepping stones to understanding Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle.
They explore Empedocles' idea that all things are composed of four elements and two forces, love and strife. Meanwhile, Anaxagoras introduces the concept of 'mind' as a guiding force over matter, sparking deeper philosophical questions.
The discussion ends by discussing why Socrates and Aristotle were excited but then disappointed in the answers Empedocles and Anaxagoras gave.
00:00 Introduction and Overview
00:46 Empedocles: The Four Elements
05:35 Empedocles' Life and Legends
13:30 Anaxagoras: Mind Over Matter
18:09 Anaxagoras' Contributions and Critiques
24:57 Conclusion and Next Episode Preview
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