He is the most influential philosopher of the 19th century and in the top 5 most influential philosophers of all time. In reaction to his thought marxism, existentialism, historicism, pragmatism, phenomenology, and even positivism will arise. But who is Hegel and why is he such a big deal? In this technical assessment, we unpack the central elements of his philosophy.*Follow Zach:*https://www.instagram.com/zachlee_isppc/https://twitter.com/zacharytleehttps://isppc.org/0:00 The Polarizing Influence of Hegel in Modern Philosophy3:33 Understanding Hegel: A Challenging Dive Into Philosophy4:58 Hegel's Philosophy: Balancing Enlightenment Rationality and German Tradition10:30 Hegel's Philosophy: Uniting Infinite and Finite Realities16:54 Hegel's Embrace of Contradiction and Coherence Theory of Truth20:00 Hegel's Evolving God and the Dialectic of Geist23:56 Understanding Self Through Relationships and Opposing Perspectives25:08 Understanding Hegelian Dialectics Through Thesis, Antithesis, and Synthesis28:44 Understanding Hegel's Philosophy Through Oneism and Dualism33:35 Mutual Dependence Between Lord and Bond Servant34:05 Hegel's Historicism and the Evolution of World Spirit36:43 Hegel's Reinterpretation of Christianity and Its Impact on Society38:57 Hegel's Political Philosophy and Its Complexities42:26 Hegel's Philosophy: Contradictions, God, And The Dialectical Process45:59 Hegel's Controversial Views on Race and Cultural Progress48:43 Exploring Hegel's Complex Legacy and Influence in Philosophy
Is running actually the best way to lose weight? What diet works best? How often should you work out? In this episode, we interview personal trainer, Keith Kimberlin, with Anti Dad Bod Squad to learn about fitness myths vs. reality.
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In this spooky episode, we go over the haunted history of Halloween. Where does Halloween come from? How does a Celtic holiday morph in the Christian Middle Ages to become what we celebrate today? Where do trick-or-treating, Jack-O-Lanterns, and scary costumes come from? Fact is stranger than fiction.
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0:00 Exploring The Haunted History And Modern Traditions Of Halloween
6:15 Origins and Traditions of Halloween and Samhain
11:14 The Syncretic Origins and Christianization of Halloween
13:29 Origins and Evolution of Halloween Traditions and Symbols
18:58 The Evolution of Halloween from Ancient Rituals to Modern Traditions
21:38 The Evolution of Halloween from Mischief to Horror
28:50 Exploring Dia De Los Muertos and Its Cultural Significance
Political activist and author, Charlie Kirk, was recently shot at a university during a free-speech event. What are the social and political ramifications of this event? How has culture responded to it and why? In this bipartisan episode, we explore the direction of U.S. politics in light of this recent assassination and offer some suggestions for healing the ideological division in America.
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0:00 The Cultural Impact of Charlie Kirk's Killing
7:59 Debating Gun Control and Security Measures in Schools
11:21 The Purpose and Limitations of Laws in Society
12:31 Critique of Religious Leaders' Responses to Political Violence
17:36 The Importance of Open Discussion and Diverse Perspectives
24:33 The Power of Individual Actions Over Group Identities
Did pirates really have hooks for hands? Did they really make people walk the plank? Why is their flag called the “Jolly Roger?” In this episode, we separate myth from reality by looking at the true history of pirates.
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0:00 Separating Pirate Myths from Reality with Humor and History
5:06 Pirate Myths and Realities Unveiled
12:09 The Origins and Meaning of the Jolly Roger Flag
13:34 Pirate Life: Myths, Realities, and Drunken Adventures
16:29 Pirate Codes, Torture Methods, and Dark Humor
20:46 Famous Pirates and Their Legendary Exploits
28:31 Fascinating Pirate Facts and History Explored
He may be the most learned man of all time, but most people have never heard of him. A true polymath and Renaissance man. Who was this philosopher, scientist, historian, diplomat, and scholar? What did he believe and why is it important to understand his system? Get ready to be blown away by how much smarter he is than we are.
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0:00 Exploring Leibniz's Genius and Philosophical Contributions7:58 Philosophical Dilemmas of Substance Interaction and Existence10:02 Leibniz's Monads and Pre-Established Harmony Explained13:26 Pre-Programmed Harmony and Causality in the Universe15:30 Leibniz's Monadology Explains Reality Through Immaterial, Windowless Substances21:29 Leibniz's Belief in Innate Ideas and Rationalism26:15 Leibniz's Philosophy: The Best of All Possible Worlds32:18 Leibniz's Philosophy, Monads, And The Challenges Of Free Will
Does God exist? Are there good proofs for God’s existence? Do these proofs work or do they have flaws? In this episode, we look at the most famous four proofs for the existence of a Deity and then show places where these arguments may go awry. Are you a theist or an atheist and why?
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0:00 Exploring Classical Arguments and Refutations for God's Existence
3:35 The Teleological Argument and Evidence for Intelligent Design
7:41 Debating the Teleological Argument and Its Refutations
14:16 Exploring the Moral Argument for God's Existence
21:19 Exploring the Cosmological Argument and Its Philosophical Challenges
28:30 Anselm's Ontological Argument for God's Necessary Existence
33:49 Exploring the Ontological Argument and Its Critiques
He is perhaps the most famous man of the Enlightenment. A true genius and a man of letters. The wit, the charm, the sarcasm, and the irreverence of Voltaire is intoxicating. Who is this figure and why is he important for how we think of the world today? Find out as we examine his influence, life, and works.
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0:00 Voltaire's Influence and Legacy Explored
7:22 Voltaire's Exile and Critique of French Politics
11:10 Voltaire's Love, Wealth, and Philosophical Adventures
13:54 Voltaire's Advocacy for Religious Toleration and Critique of Religion
17:13 Voltaire's Beliefs on Religion, Science, and Inoculation
22:02 Voltaire's Enlightenment Ideals Versus Rousseau's Critique of Society
25:35 Voltaire's Candide Critiques Leibniz's Philosophical Optimism
30:59 Voltaire's Vices, Works, and Influence
35:14 Voltaire's Sarcastic Critique of Abraham's Biblical Journey
In this episode, we interview Dr. Tyler McNabb, an Associate Professor of Philosophy at Saint Francis University. He is an author, speaker, and academic who specializes in philosophy of religion and religious epistemology. Tyler explains why he thinks belief in God is justified and goes over some problems with atheism. Regardless of your worldview, you will find this episode helpful and enlightening.
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0:00 Exploring Theism
1:38 Dr. Tyler McNabb's Academic Journey Across Continents
3:45 Exploring Proper Basicality and Arguments for God's Existence
6:26 Reformed Epistemology and Trusting Common Sense Beliefs
9:51 Reformed Epistemology and Instinctive Belief in God's Existence
10:59 Exploring Reformed Epistemology and Arguments for God's Existence
15:20 Exploring Contingency and the Universe's Existence
18:36 Exploring Circularity and Justification in Religious Epistemology
21:07 Exploring Theistic Explanations and Apophatic Theology
25:13 Historical Evidence and Theories on Jesus' Resurrection
28:37 Exploring Faith, Atheism, and Philosophical Convergences Across Traditions
33:04 Questioning Intuition and Science in Theism and Atheism Debates
34:32 Debating Theism, Agnosticism, and the Problem of Evil
38:20 A Father's Heartbreak During His Son's Emergency Surgery
40:58 Understanding God's Mind and The Nature of Evil
41:39 From Evangelical Protestantism to Roman Catholicism: A Philosophical Journey
44:48 Exploring Catholicism, Protestantism, and Biblical Interpretation
47:11 Philosophical Debates: Theism, Atheism, and Rational Discourse
50:22 Driving Alvin Plantinga and Discussing Epistemology and Rock Climbing
The two most influential political parties in the U.S. have an interesting history and varying viewpoints. In this episode, we explore a brief history of these dominant political parties and look at 25 differences between the positions they hold. As you’ll see, the main difference between the parties has more to do with a worldview and philosophy than it does public policy.
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0:00 Exploring America's Two-Party System with Zach Dangerous Lee
2:42 The Evolution of American Political Parties and Their Ideologies
8:01 Understanding Political Party Colors and Historical Context
10:51 Contrasting Progressive and Conservative Views on Truth and Society
13:04 The Polarization of Political Ideologies and Government Roles
19:01 Ideological Differences Between Left and Right on Key Issues
26:06 Constitutional Interpretation and Drug Legalization Debates
27:41 Political Ideologies and Their Impact on Society
31:30 Debate Over Taxing Vices Versus Personal Responsibility
32:24 Political Views on Human Nature and Social Acceptance
34:53 Ideological Divides in Economic Equality and Education Preferences
37:44 Balancing Individual Liberties and Political Ideologies in America
In this episode, we interview Benjamin Watkins - an author, speaker, podcaster, and host @RealAtheology . Ben walks us through his transition to atheism, gives some arguments in support of atheism, and exposes some philosophical problems with theistic systems. Regardless of your worldview, you will find this episode helpful and enlightening. Follow Zach:https://www.instagram.com/zachlee_isppc/https://twitter.com/zacharytleehttps://isppc.org/Follow Benjamin:https://x.com/SpeedWatkins?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthorhttps://www.youtube.com/c/RealAtheology0:00 Exploring Atheism and Philosophy with Benjamin Watkins8:25 Defining Atheism: Beyond Lack of Belief to Rigorous Debate14:31 Debunking Misconceptions About Atheism and Atheists20:15 Exploring Atheism and Theism: Arguments and Philosophical Challenges29:02 Debating Material Minds and the Spatial Location of Consciousness32:27 Exploring Arguments for Atheism and Theism in Philosophical Debate42:18 Experiencing a Total Solar Eclipse Is Awe-Inspiring and Terrifying43:19 Exploring Hume's Argument From Design And Its Implications47:26 Exploring Atheistic Ethics Through Rationality and Fairness54:27 Faith and Rationality: A Philosophical Exploration1:01:36 Essential Resources for Understanding Atheism and Its Philosophical Roots
Plato and Aristotle are, hands down, the most influential philosophers of all time. In this lecture we take a look at the life and teachings of Aristotle. Aristotle wrote on everything from metaphysics to biology to ethics to politics. What did he believe and why was his influence so overwhelmingly massive?
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0:00 Aristotle's Enormous Influence on Philosophy and Theology4:33 Aristotle's Life, Philosophy, and Controversial Beliefs7:19 Aristotle's Lasting Influence on Philosophy and Science12:06 Exploring Aristotle's Influence on Perception of Being14:41 Aristotle Versus Plato: Substance and Forms in Metaphysics16:40 Defining a Table and Identity Through Philosophical Inquiry18:34 Plato and Aristotle's Divergent Views on Forms and Reality20:07 Aristotle's Concept of Substance and Its Inconsistencies23:29 Aristotle's Virtue Ethics and the Pursuit of Human Excellence26:58 Aristotle's Golden Mean: Balancing Virtues Between Extremes28:33 Practicing Virtues and Skills Requires Effort and Persistence30:09 Aristotle's View on Politics and Human Flourishing31:13 Aristotle's Views on Slavery and Natural Inequality33:05 Aristotle's Political Philosophy and Critique of Democracy
Do you really get a cold by being cold? How long do you have to wait after eating before you can swim? Will you ever wake up during surgery? How does cancer spread? In this episode, we interview a physician to compare medical myths with medical reality.Follow Zach:
Instagram,X, and Website(00:00) Debunking Medical Myths with Dr. Daniel Sanders(3:32) Debunking Myths About Cold Weather and Cold Remedies(6:34) Debunking Myths About Tryptophan, Brain Usage, and Nervous System(9:48) Debunking Myths About Swimming After Eating and Water Intake(12:23) The Intersection of Eastern Medicine and Modern Therapeutic Practices(14:07) Understanding Cancer Myths and the Importance of Early Detection(18:44) Understanding Anesthesia Awareness and Its Potential Risks(20:09) Advancements in Anesthesia Monitoring and Patient Safety(22:25) Understanding Anesthesia Myths and Realities in Surgery(27:28) Epidurals and Back Pain: Debunking the Myth(28:40) The Evolution and Risks of Modern Surgical Techniques(35:15) Debunking Myths: Natural Versus Synthetic Medicines(37:55) Understanding Medication Stigma and Long-Term Use(43:27) Understanding Medical Tests, Surgeries, and Patient Expectations(50:25) Trust and Skepticism in Modern Medicine and Information Sources(56:15) Building Trust with Doctors to Alleviate Medical Anxiety#Doctor #medical #myths #cancer
Are actions inherently good or bad or do their consequences make them so? Does morality even exist or do things just happen? What makes something good or bad (and how can we know it if people have different religions and worldviews)? In this episode we examine different ethical systems and look at the pros and cons of each.
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(0:08) Exploring Complex Ethical Dilemmas Through Various Scenarios
(4:14) Exploring Ethical Systems and Their Limitations
(6:48) Exploring Divine Command Theory and Its Philosophical Challenges
(11:50) Kant's Universal Rational Ethics and the Categorical Imperative
(18:53) Kantian Ethics Versus Utilitarianism in Moral Dilemmas
(22:41) Exploring Utilitarianism's Pleasure-Pain Calculus and Ethical Dilemmas
(27:27) Aristotle's Virtue Ethics and Human Excellence
(30:20) Practicing Virtue Like a Skill for Personal Growth
(32:36) The Challenges and Ambiguities of Virtue Ethics
(36:02) Exploring Virtue, Selfishness, and Happiness in Ethics
Today we have smartphones, airplanes, robotic surgery, and electric lights. But what was it like to live during the Middle Ages? Was it really the “Dark Ages” or was there intellectual flourishing? What did you eat? When did you bathe? In this episode, we look at what the average person’s life would have been like in medieval Europe.
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(0:00) Exploring Philosophy: Definitions, Questions, and Argumentation
(4:57) Philosophy's Unique Role and Scope in Understanding Everything
(8:01) Philosophy's Role in Questioning and Understanding Different Fields
(12:02) Exploring Philosophy's Role in Science, Reality, and Knowledge
(15:21) Philosophical Questions on Identity, Justice, and Beauty
(17:44) The Practical Importance of Philosophy in Everyday Life
(19:45) The Evolution of Philosophical Thought Through History
(23:25) Exploring Philosophy Through Books and Influential Thinkers
(28:58) The Importance of Philosophy in Examining Life
Philosophy is the “love of wisdom” but what exactly does this mean? Philosophy is probably the broadest and most fundamental area of inquiry. In this episode we explain what philosophy is, what makes it unlike other subjects, and why it is so important. We also recommend some helpful books to begin your philosophical journey.
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(0:00) Exploring Philosophy: Definitions, Questions, and Argumentation
(4:57) Philosophy's Unique Role and Scope in Understanding Everything
(8:01) Philosophy's Role in Questioning and Understanding Different Fields
(12:02) Exploring Philosophy's Role in Science, Reality, and Knowledge
(15:21) Philosophical Questions on Identity, Justice, and Beauty
(17:44) The Practical Importance of Philosophy in Everyday Life
(19:45) The Evolution of Philosophical Thought Through History
(23:25) Exploring Philosophy Through Books and Influential Thinkers
(28:58) The Importance of Philosophy in Examining Life
A large voting block in the U.S. identifies as being religious (with the largest subset being Christian). In this episode, we interview a pastor to get his thoughts on what influence religion should have in the public sphere (if any). We discuss everything from the shift in the platforms of the two major parties, to the contentious election of Donald Trump, to so-called “Christian Nationalism,” to freedom of religion, and more.
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The liberty to do, think, and say what we want is the cornerstone of most modern republics.. But what exactly do we mean by “do, think, and say what we want?” Where do our liberties end and another’s begin? Where can the government step in and limit our freedoms (if anywhere)? John Stuart Mill’s famous work, “On Liberty” gives us a helpful glimpse into this important question.Follow Zach:
Zach Schultz is a Green Beret who has also completed Ranger School. In this episode we learn about the ins and outs of special operations including some about training and how the units operate.
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Up to 40% of Americans have some level of anxiety when flying on an airplane. In this episode, we interview a former Air Force and current commercial airline pilot to learn about how incredibly safe flying really is.. What happens if the engines cut out? What happens if you get struck by lightning? John helps pilot us through these fascinating questions.
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