We discuss Aristotle’s reflections on ensuring that the pursuit of wealth by individuals and communities is subordinated to the higher purpose of living well.
Matt Parks and David Corbin explore the ideas behind today's headlines.
Opening and closing music from the beginning and end of “2020 Vision (Worse than Blind)” by Fred Lancia. Used with permission.
Opening (0:55) - We discuss our week off from the podcast (sorry!) and Dave’s thoughts on preseason Patriots football.
Required Reading (3:44) - We reflect on the second half of book 1 of Aristotle’s Politics, where Aristotle discusses the proper place of economic acquisition in a good individual and community life and the virtue necessary for a flourishing political life. Links: Aristotle, The Politics.
Tocqueville’s Crystal Ball (25:08) - We make our next round of NFL divisional predictions, looking at the AFC South and NFC South. Link: ESPN projections.
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Matt Parks is the Interim Provost and an Associate Professor of Politics at The King’s College in New York City. David Corbin is Head of School at the Geneva School of Boerne, Texas. All views expressed in this podcast are those of the speaker.
