The Aftermath: The Death of Socrates

The Alarmist

Apr 21, 2026•41 min

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New Guest Expert! On this week’s Aftermath, Rebecca speaks with Nicholas D. Smith about Athens, the Peloponnesian War, Socrates and so much more. Author of many books on ancient Greek philosophy and contemporary epistemology, Professor Smith dives deep into Athenian life and shares some exciting and controversial views about the life and death of Socrates. Afterwards, Patreon subscribers can revisit the board with Fact Checker Faryn Einhorn and producer Clayton Early to see if the verdict holds up. Not on Patreon yet?! Click below and join us!

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