#43 - Dr. Vittorio Bufacchi - Part 2

Dr. Vittorio Bufacchi is Senior Lecturer in Philosophy at UCC and a leading expert on political philosophy. In part two of our conversation, we explore the fragility of democracy in the digital age and how the philosophy of Cicero offers critical insights for navigating modern challenges.

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Chapters

• 0:01 Introduction
• 1:26 The Role of Social Media in Amplifying Extremism
• 3:47 Free Speech vs. Abuse: The Internet's Paradox
• 4:32 The Personal Toll of Public Discourse
• 6:48 Philosophy as a Tool for Democratic Dialogue
• 8:00 Introducing Cicero: Philosopher and Politician
• 10:32 The Fragility of Liberal Democracy
• 11:11 The Duty to Vote and Engage
• 12:57 Staying Hopeful in a Dangerous World
• 15:29 Outro