Episodes

  • Interview with a Navy SEAL - Combat Myths

    Interview with a Navy SEAL - Combat Myths
    Jan 1 2025

    Retired Navy SEAL Randy Rozzell joins Zach to discuss the realities of hand-to-hand combat and gunfighting. Randy, a martial arts expert and former program manager for Naval Special Warfare Combatives, shares his journey from Navy corpsman to SEAL, offering insights into combat readiness, effective martial arts training, and the importance of reality-based techniques. They explore differences between sport and real-life scenarios, the physiological effects of combat, and training philosophies. Randy also discusses his company, American Warrior Combatives, and the advanced combative techniques he teaches to civilians.

    https://www.instagram.com/americanwarriorcombatives/
    https://www.youtube.com/@UC_kzU0jtYm_T-_RXUeumA-Q

    6:22 Practical Martial Arts for Real-World Self-Defense
    10:51 Street Fighting Versus Mixed Martial Arts Techniques
    18:51 Pressure Testing Techniques for Navy SEAL Training
    21:07 Martial Arts Training Versus Real Combat Situations
    22:30 Psychological and Physical Reactions to Combat Stress
    25:39 Mastering Fundamentals Over Flashy Techniques in Self-Defense Training
    28:38 SEAL Team Adaptability and Unique Gunfighting Techniques
    32:15 Reality-Based Training and Mental Toughness in Combatives

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    34 mins
  • Postmodernism

    Postmodernism
    Jan 1 2025
    Postmodernism is a philosophical and cultural movement that came to prominence in France in the 1960s. It is one of the most powerful influences on our culture, politics, and educational institutions. It is also why it feels like our society has changed so quickly. But what exactly is postmodernism and what do postmodernists believe? How may you have been influenced by this movement without even knowing it?

    5:58 Challenge to Truth and Power Structures
    14:05 The Clash Between Utopianism and Postmodernism
    16:57 The Impact of Human Nature Beliefs on Political Views
    19:56 Challenging Structuralism and Realism in Human Understanding
    22:56 Reader Response Theory and the Death of Authorial Intent
    26:14 Truth,and the Power Dynamics of Language
    29:41 Eternal Debt and Power Dynamics
    31:30 Impact on Politics and Society
    36:30 The Destructive Influence of Postmodernism on Society and Art
    39:36 Critique of Postmodern Language and Cultural Dynamics
    45:13 The Clash of Ideologies in Modern Social Movements

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    50 mins
  • Interview With An Attorney — The First Amendment

    Interview With An Attorney — The First Amendment
    Jan 1 2025
    Jeremy Dys is an attorney who specializes in constitutional law and cases related to the First Amendment. In this episode, we interview him to ask what exactly the First Amendment means regarding the freedoms of speech and religion. We also ask for helpful clarifiers related to this sticky political topic.

    *First Liberty Institute* - http://firstliberty.org

    2:54 Supreme Court Victories and First Amendment Expertise
    4:01 The Influence of Religion and Enlightenment on American Founding
    7:53 Individual Rights in America
    14:29 Balancing Religious Freedom with Legal and Safety Concerns
    20:21 Balancing First Amendment Rights in Religious and Free Speech Conflicts
    24:50 Defining Sincere Religious Beliefs and Governmental Challenges
    28:36 Religious Freedom and Government Restrictions
    33:15 Supreme Court Debates Beard Length for Muslim Inmates
    33:40 Free Speech and Religious Exercise in Legal Contexts
    39:06 Free Speech and Censorship in the Digital Town Square
    45:55 Free Speech and First Amendment Erosion
    47:55 The Erosion of Freedom Through Small Acts of Censorship
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    54 mins
  • Stoicism

    Stoicism
    Jan 1 2025
    Stoicism is an ancient Greek philosophical movement that emphasized controlling one's thoughts and emotions through reason, pursuing ethical virtues, and finding happiness through internal virtue rather than external circumstances. This episode explains key Stoic beliefs, including determinism, the importance of duty, and the goal of achieving mental tranquility. It concludes by posing thought-provoking questions about the merits and potential drawbacks of Stoic principles in modern life.

    0:00 Influence and Relevance in Modern Life
    4:44 Physicalism and Determinism Challenge Free Will
    8:13 Happiness Through Control of Thoughts and Virtue
    11:41 The Pursuit of Happiness Through Virtue
    19:08 Life's Meaning and the Afterlife
    20:22 Emotions and Mental Tranquility
    24:28 Influence on Christianity and Western Thought
    28:50 Finding Meaning in Absurdity
    32:39 Exploring Determinism and the Nature of Happiness

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    38 mins
  • The History of Sex

    The History of Sex
    Jan 1 2025
    This racy, adult-only episode discusses the history of sex and its cultural impacts throughout different time periods. It covers topics such as ancient beliefs about reproduction, historical views on various sexual practices, and attitudes towards contraception across different societies. It also touches on how influential figures and religious institutions have shaped societal perspectives on sexuality over time.

    5:06 Ancient Theories on Conception and Gender Determination
    8:48 Evolution and Impact of Language and Pornography
    13:43 Ancient Views on Homosexuality and Gender Hierarchies
    17:25 Sex, Religion, and Historical Perspectives on Intimacy
    27:29 Historical Perspectives on Sexual Practices and Contraception
    33:46 Historical and Modern Perspectives on BDSM and Fetishes
    42:01 Infidelity, Open Marriages, and Sexual Behavior Statistics
    43:50 Famous Figures and Their Unconventional Sexual Histories

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    49 mins
  • What is IdeaLogical?

    What is IdeaLogical?
    Dec 25 2024
    Ready to challenge your thinking and dive deep into the ideas shaping our world? Hosted by Zach Lee from the Institute for the Study of Philosophy, Politics, and Culture in Dallas, Texas, Idealogical is more than just a clever play on words. It’s a thought-provoking journey into the philosophies, worldviews, and cultural currents that influence how we see, think, and live.

    Zach blends sharp philosophical inquiry with a dash of humor and curiosity, exploring topics that break free from the usual political and religious narratives. From history and psychology to the very nature of thought itself, this podcast connects the dots between big ideas and everyday ideologies in a way that’s smart, accessible, and refreshingly non-partisan.

    With a mix of insightful teaching moments and captivating interviews with field experts, Idealogical is where deep thinking meets engaging conversation. Whether you’re a philosophy nerd, a curious skeptic, or just someone who loves uncovering the “why” behind the world around you, this show is your new favorite intellectual adventure.

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    2 mins