Life is full of distractions. Some are deliberate, others spontaneous; the most appealing are based on stories. Who doesn’t love a well-told story? We read novels, watch movies, follow sports, and listen to shows that divert us from more immediate concerns. Sometimes at our peril.

This episode features one of ancient Greece’s outstanding public figures, Demosthenes of Athens. His memorable take on distractions is a clever tale designed to entertain and admonish. Let’s have a listen.