Plato’s Republic is full of bad arguments and worse political proposals and it may still be the most influential work of political theory ever. Book 1 sets the stage for an all-night conversation between Socrates and some friends that covers: ethics; politics; education; epistemology; psychology; and a whole lot more. It all gets started with the question “what is justice?” Pod art: Marijke BouchierTheme music: David Zikotivz, Clayton Tapp Ancient lyre music: Michael Levy on SpotifyEditing, episode art and social: Sepideh Cephalus: Andrew FlemingPolemarchus: Elliott ChambersSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=35146517&fan_landing=true)