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Marcus Aurelius and the Stoic Emperor's Philosopher Friend
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore Marcus Aurelius's deep friendship with Herodes Atticus, the wealthiest and most famous orator of the second century. They discuss how Herodes, a Greek millionaire and sophist, influenced Marcus's education and reign, from lavish building projects in Athens to his role as a consul in Rome. The conversation also touches on Herodes's controversial relationship with his students and his rivalry with the philosopher Fronto. Along the way, they examine the tension between Stoic ideals and the immense wealth and ego of Herodes, and how this…
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