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Achilles, masculinity, and diversity
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In this ~50-minute video I talk about the philosophical theme of diversity with masculinity as a case in point. Some of the main points: How art captures patterns of everyday behaviour to turn them into archetypes. Those help us understand profound insights in a relatable way. Discussion about the archetype of Achilles: the champion who fought in the Trojan War (reference to the relevant art). How Achilles is as relevant as ever with regard to discourses about masculinity and how men “should” be. We can find the Achilles type in the form of the influencer who prompts his audience to be forceful. Why exceptional skills do not justify one being arrogant and intolerant towards others. Achilles is not the only type of man. Even within a single gender, there are many types. The case of Odysseus, another hero of the Trojan War, and how there can be different types of man. How modern-day narratives discount the diversity even within a single gender. This encourages once group of men to bully other men. Comments on how Odysseus differs from Achilles in terms of dealing with challenges. Sometimes you do not just power through; sometimes you have to work around. The case of Odysseus and the…
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Protesilaos Stavrou
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