Philosopher today - Botton

26/12/2025 22 min

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Episode Synopsis

Alain de Botton explores deep human longings through philosophy and design, notably in The Architecture of Happiness and The Consolations of Philosophy. He argues that architectural beauty reflects our psychological needs for order and ideal existence. By utilizing the wisdom of thinkers like Socrates, Epicurus, and Nietzsche, his work provides practical methods for navigating inevitable life challenges, including financial distress, emotional frustration, and social unpopularity.