Plato's Cave - Thinking about Climate Change

Explore the relevance of Plato's Cave allegory to modern climate change challenges in this thought-provoking lecture. Examine how the passive citizenry, self-interested opinion-formers, and misleading political structures depicted in Plato's Republic parallel contemporary obstacles to addressing climate issues. Delve into the question of whether our current fossil fuel-dependent lifestyle traps us in a modern version of Plato's Cave, and consider potential pathways for escape. Delivered by award-winning author and Gresham Professor of Rhetoric Melissa Lane, this 40-minute talk offers a unique philosophical perspective on one of the most pressing issues of our time. Access additional resources, including a Q&A session and lecture transcript, to further engage with the topic.