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Marcus Aurelius and the Stoic Emperor's Forgotten Philosopher Tutor
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the life and influence of Junius Rusticus, the Stoic philosopher who served as Marcus Aurelius's tutor and later as urban prefect of Rome. They discuss Rusticus's role in introducing Marcus to Stoic thought, his involvement in the trial of the philosopher Apollonius of Chalcedon, and his political career under the Antonine dynasty. The conversation also touches on the broader intellectual circle around Marcus, including his other teachers Fronto and Cinna Catulus, and how Rusticus's teachings shaped the Meditations. The hosts highlight…
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