Voltaire
Candide - Voltaire
Explore the tumultuous journey through optimism and disillusionment as suggested by this iconic title. Expect philosophical debates, biting satire, and a relentless quest for meaning in a world that challenges idealistic beliefs. This podcast offers a rotating collection of complete audiobooks, each week introducing a new work that spans diverse perspectives, eras, and narrative styles. It's not a single story but a series of voices that invite listeners to question, reflect, and perhaps laugh at the absurdity of life's trials. Tune in for weekly updates, and satisfy your curiosity about the h...
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Candide version 2 - Voltaire 11.07.2026 4:05:06
Candide is a scathing critique of the institutions that shape our lives, targeting government, society, religion, and education, all while taking aim at the philosophy of optimism. Through the experiences of Candide and Cunegonde, who are taught by Dr. Pangloss that "everything is for the best," Voltaire exposes the harsh realities of the world that challenge such naïve beliefs. This timeless sati...
Irish Land Question - Henry George 07.07.2026 3:07:07
The "Irish Land Question" by Henry George delves into the pressing issue of land ownership and wealth distribution, asserting that this dilemma transcends local boundaries to touch on a universal challenge faced across societies. George emphasizes that solutions cannot be confined to Ireland alone but must be applicable globally, highlighting the broader implications of economic inequality. This w...
Essays on Work and Culture - Hamilton Wright Mabie 04.07.2026 3:55:05
"Essays on Work and Culture" by Hamilton Wright Mabie delves into the intricate relationship between work and cultural values through 25 thought-provoking essays. The author challenges the prevailing notion that defines man primarily as a provider of security, advocating instead for a more holistic view that embraces the multifaceted nature of human potential. Themes of specialization, the journey...
Candide - Voltaire 27.06.2026 3:49:56
Voltaire's "Candide" is a sharp and sardonic exploration of optimism in the face of relentless adversity, making it an enduring work that still resonates today. Following the naïve protagonist Candide, the novel critiques the philosophy of Gottfried Leibniz through the character of Pangloss, who insists that "all is for the best in the best of all possible worlds" despite the numerous calamities t...
Candide - Full Audiobook - Voltaire 11.03.2026 3:49:56
Candide is a relentless, brutal assault on government, society, religion, education, and, above all, optimism. Dr. Pangloss teaches his young students Candide and Cunegonde that everything in this world is for the best, a sentiment they cling to as the world steps in to teach them otherwise. The novel is brilliant, hilarious, blasphemous!
Chapter 30 - Candide - Voltaire 04.08.2022 11:20
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Chapter 29 - Candide - Voltaire 04.08.2022 2:37
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Chapter 28 - Candide - Voltaire 04.08.2022 6:06
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Chapter 27 - Candide - Voltaire 04.08.2022 8:11
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Chapter 26 - Candide - Voltaire 04.08.2022 7:34
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Chapter 25 - Candide - Voltaire 04.08.2022 12:34
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Chapter 24 - Candide - Voltaire 04.08.2022 10:31
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Chapter 23 - Candide - Voltaire 04.08.2022 3:03
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Chapter 22 - Candide - Voltaire 04.08.2022 22:55
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Chapter 21 - Candide - Voltaire 04.08.2022 3:52
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Chapter 20 - Candide - Voltaire 04.08.2022 5:40
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Chapter 19 - Candide - Voltaire 04.08.2022 11:17
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Chapter 18 - Candide - Voltaire 04.08.2022 12:50
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Chapter 17 - Candide - Voltaire 04.08.2022 8:07
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Chapter 16 - Candide - Voltaire 04.08.2022 7:59
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Chapter 15 - Candide - Voltaire 04.08.2022 4:46
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Chapter 14 - Candide - Voltaire 04.08.2022 7:39
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Chapter 13 - Candide - Voltaire 04.08.2022 5:14
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Chapter 12 - Candide - Voltaire 04.08.2022 9:20
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Chapter 11 - Candide - Voltaire 04.08.2022 8:17
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