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Episode 116·Mar 18, 2026
Robinson Crusoe I: The Individual as a Thought Experiment
Daniel Defoe will put Enlightenment thought to the test in his novel, Robinson Crusoe.
The Pillars: Jerusalem, Athens, and the Western Mind·Episode 115·Mar 11, 2026
John Locke: Philosopher of Liberty
John Locke will take a different approach to society and government than Hobbes, one which will eventually be very important to the United States. As we dive deeper into the topic, we’ll address the following questions:
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Robinson Crusoe II: Master of His Own Destiny
Daniel Defoe’s Enlightenment experiment continues in the second half of Robinson Crusoe.
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Gulliver's Travels: Satirical Criticism of the Enlightenment
The first real criticism of the Enlightenment can be found in Jonathan Swift’s satirical novel Gulliver’s Travels.
