About this episode

Joshua Mazrin and Professor Steve Cortright discuss the meaning and value of liberal arts education.

Join Joshua Mazrin and Professor Steve Cortright as they discuss what the name "liberal arts" actually means. Are they worthless? Are they tools? What's the point?

People in this episode

Host: Joshua Mazrin

Guest: Professor Steve Cortright

Topics covered

• liberal arts
• education
• philosophy
• value of education
• cultural discussion

Keywords

• liberal arts
• education
• philosophy
• cultural value
• academic discussion

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: liberal arts

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