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Friedrich Nietzsche

2 books referenced

Books by Friedrich Nietzsche

The Birth of Tragedy

Referenced in 1 episode

604. Greek Myths: Sex, Drugs & Tragedy (Part 3)

September 28, 2025

Context:

Discussed as a seminal work where Nietzsche, at age 28 as a professor of Greek, contrasted Dionysus with Apollo and argued for recognizing Dionysian qualities in Greek civilization.

On the Genealogy of Morals

Referenced in 1 episode

175. Crucifixion (Part 1)

April 14, 2022

Context:

His philosophical writings are referenced extensively, including his concept of 'slave morality' and a direct quote about 'God on the cross' being 'the formula' that 'promised a transvaluation of all ancient values.'