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.

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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?

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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


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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.


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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.


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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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