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Why Socrates Would be Terrible at Twitter: A Humorous Take on Philosophy and Social Media in the 21st Century.
1st March 2023
We live in an era where social media is everywhere. Every day, billions of people around the world log in to platforms like Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. It’s become an essential part of life, and it’s hard to imagine a world without it. But what would it look like if one of the greatest thinkers of all time, Socrates, had to navigate the wild and unpredictable world of the 21st century?
In this article, we’ll explore why Socrates would be terrible at Twitter, and why the differences between philosophy and social media could make it difficult for him to adjust. We’ll use Socrates as a case study to examine how his style of argumentation and preference for in-person conversations might not translate to the public and fast-paced nature of Twitter. We’ll also look at some of the challenges philosophers might face on social media platforms, and how they might approach them. Finally, we’ll end with some humorous conclusions about why Socrates — or any other famous philosopher — might not be the best fit for Twitter.
