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:

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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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The phrase, “critical theory,” has become popular in our culture (along with “critical race theory” and “neo-Marxism”). What is critical theory? Where is it affecting our culture, politics, and society? In this lecture we learn about this social and philosophical movement and see how it has impacted so much of our lives today.

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What is evolution and evolutionary theory? What are some evidences for human evolution? How old is the universe, the Earth, and living organisms and how do we know? In this episode, we interview all around Renaissance-man and scientist, Randy Smith. We look at answers to these questions from several different angles while learning more about evolutionary biology.

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