Stephen Hicks is an influential Canadian‑American philosopher who gained international recognition with *Explaining Postmodernism: Skepticism and Socialism from Rousseau to Foucault*. His best‑known book became a modern classic, received multiple reprints, and appeared in several translations. Hicks was affiliated for many years with Rockford University as Professor of Philosophy (2002–2024) and served as a visiting professor at various American and European universities. He combines academic depth with an exceptional talent for translating complex ideas to a broad audience. His teaching was honored with the Excellence in Teaching Award (2010).