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Greek Philosophical Terms and Premises vs. Their Modern Counterparts
When discussing any topic, having the same basic premises and understandings is critically important. When those aren’t present, you’re essentially talking on two different planes. The involved parties are, in reality, discussing different topics, although they often don’t realize it. This is the problem facing the modern reader when they attempt the philosophy of the…
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The Roman Business Scene and Lessons on Business–State Relations
I recently stumbled upon a rather old TEDx talk by Tao Tan. Tao discusses a few interesting topics. First, he discusses the presence of many modern business institutions, including stock exchanges and private equity. In itself, this is very interesting. These institutions appeared 2000 years ago and then disappeared before making a comeback in the…
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Ancient NASCAR
Today, millions tune in to NASCAR races, watching drivers speed around the track at hundreds of miles per hour. These viewers are part of what has become a massive, multi-billion-dollar cultural phenomenon. The significance of racing though, is nothing new. Thousands of years ago, Greeks and Romans raced horse-drawn chariots for entertainment. According to some…