Philosophy of Plato (Part 1: Idealism)

Platonic philosophy of "Idealism" for Humanities class (Dr. George Brooks)
Note: Several viewers have brought to my attention the audio problem of this only coming out of one speaker--my apologies, these videos were made by digital media students at the college and are of uneven quality. It is better to watch this with your internal computer speakers rather than under headphones or any stereo set-up. I will try to get this fixed when the pandemic is over and I can return to campus.

[ihatekillerclowns]

My left ear is now none the more wiser

[vmcurry]

I've been listening to all "expert" instructors on youtube from Yale to whatever yet this instructor takes the effort to make Platonism comprehensive in terms of the STUDENT and speaks to the student-not at them. Thanks for the effort. I am so happy i finally get it.

[ameremortal]

This has changed my relationship with reality. It’s been bouncing around my head for months now since I first listened to this.

[tuanjim]

Just wanna say thank you Mr. Brooks for making these complex ideas available, and in a plain-spoken way, to those of us who might not ever see the inside of a college classroom. This is important stuff. You are doing good things for the progress of humanity.

[shannonz]

Thanks for making this lecture public! What a great introduction to plato's philosophy.

[shakesm]

Thank you for sharing. I threw away the first 27 years of my life. I remember the day I finally broke... it was a private moment. But I’m here now and trying to learn. If you and others like you didn’t share this knowledge and let me benefit from a man who has his house in order... I just don’t want to know where I’d be.

[iya]

no one:
this video: 31 second silent introduction

[giovannimangiante]

This class is beautiful. Philosophy really is the way for human growth

[communitychannel]

This was the best lecture on Platonism and idealism I have ever listened to. I understand that philosophy now more than I ever had before.

[phoenixkay]

This should be required or at least offered at every high-school in this nation! I am so grateful to you and YouTube!

[steve]

You sir are an example of what TEACHING is! Much respect and thank you!

[jfnurod]

Regardless if you are a high-school teacher or a college professor you are an exceptional educator sir.

[thenightmare]

The world would be a better place if everyone listed to lectures like this one.

[firstal]

This is the best lecture on Plato I have heard by far. Plato was my favorite Greek philosopher and one of all time favourites. But over the years I heard some shoddy commemtary on him, and I started liking Aristotle more. This lecture overturns that.

[PrakashGhai]

'evil is just lack of or ignorance of good' - that's an interesting take by plato

[AnnieB]

“You are here, therefore my thirst for philosophy exists, and I exist profoundly”- thank you teacher...

[aprylgardella]

I absolutely LOVE and appreciate these lectures. Its so enriching in the best way and made me realize I’ve been a platonic thinker my whole life. Thank you 🙏🏻🤍

[sminter]

Great lecture! Thorough, yet precise. Thanks for sharing on YouTube...We are all so lucky to have this opportunity.

[pickled_]

the coolest lecturer youd ever know get this man is an award

[Teddy]

This is an incredibly interesting lecture that is very well carried out, engaging and educative. Dr Brooks has a great rhetoric which keeps you glued to the screen and makes you itch for more knowledge. Hope to see more of this!