178: Implied Silk [Tao Te Ching Ch.19]

About this episode

The episode explores the subtext of the Tao Te Ching and the dangers of forced virtue.

Sometimes, the Tao that cannot be spoken is in the subtext. Examining the dangers behind forced virtue, our favorite pair of socks offer their insight and expertise. The implications are spelled out in yet another considerate episode of Meta-Cosmos. …Hosted by Bartleby and Artemus Neehi. …Produced by Isaac Bluefoot. …Theme Music by Royal Jelly.

People in this episode

Hosts: Bartleby, Artemus Neehi

Topics covered

• Taoism
• virtue
• philosophy
• self-improvement
• spirituality

Keywords

• Tao Te Ching
• virtue
• subtext
• philosophy
• spirituality
• self-improvement

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Tao Te Ching

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