What can Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, and Kant teach us about living a good life — and how do those lessons apply to politics and civic life today?In this conversation, we sit down with Professor Anthony Celi, philosophy professor at Raritan Valley Community College, to explore how ancient wisdom meets modern responsibility. From Socratic questioning to Stoic self-control, we trace the philosophical roots of ethics, virtue, and happiness — and discuss how philosophy shapes our sense of justice, citizenship, and purpose.Together we dive into:- Socrates’ paradox of wisdom and the power of questioning.- Plato’s vision of justice, the Allegory of the Cave, and the philosopher’s duty to return to society.- Aristotle’s pursuit of eudaimonia — a flourishing life built through reason and virtue.- The Stoics’ timeless lesson on accepting fate and mastering our inner judgments.- Kant’s call to act from duty and the enduring question: what makes a life truly good?This episode bridges philosophy, politics, and civic engagement, inviting listeners to reflect on how timeless ideas can guide modern life, leadership, and the search for meaning.Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on how ancient ideas continue to shape the way we think, act, and live today.

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