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Mentioned in 8 episodes

Plato and the Tyrant

Book • 2025

Author

James Romm

Mentioned by

Mentioned in 8 episodes

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

when discussing how Plato’s political involvement warns intellectuals about being used by powerful rulers.

155 snips

Arthur Brooks’ Ultimate Philosophy Masterclass (PT. 1)

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

, who read a paragraph from it for discussion with

James Romm

129 snips

When Good People Lose Themselves to Tyrants | James Romm (PT. 2)

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

as a book about philosophy and government.

120 snips

Every Great Leader Has THIS Secret Weapon | Les Snead (Los Angeles Rams GM)

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

as the new book from

James Romm

, about Plato's relationship with a tyrant of his time.

85 snips

When Good People Lose Themselves to Tyrants | James Romm (PT. 1)

Mentioned by

Corey Walker

, using it as an example of trying to be a philosopher king.

16 snips

Is America Possible? with Corey Walker & Bill Leonard

Recommended by

Cole Smead

for listeners who enjoy the classics.

13 snips

The Smead Book List - Fall 2025

Discussed by

Jeffrey Sachs

and

James Romm

, exploring Plato's attempt to integrate philosophy into government.

Season 4, Episode 11: James Romm, Plato and the Tyrant

Mentioned as

James Romm

's book, exploring Plato's experiences with tyranny in Syracuse and its influence on his philosophical masterpiece.

“Plato and the Tyrant” with author James Romm

Authored by

James Romm

, it is the main topic of discussion in the podcast episode.

Plato and the Tyrant: What Inspired Philosophy's Greatest Masterpiece?

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