In this episode I speak with Tim Whitaker from The New Evangelicals. We talk about the current state of U.S. politics, the rise of Christian Nationalism, Donald Trump, and other topics. Support Tim and TNE below. Website: https://www.thenewevangelicals.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenewevangelicals/?hl=enThis episode was recorded before the GRACE investigations. Regardless of the outcome of the investigation, Tim demonstrated valuable knowledge and a critical perspective on the topics at hand. Recording this podcast does not bear any connection to the matters of investigation.
In this belated episode, I speak with Ukrainian Ana regarding the ongoing war in Ukraine, the role of the United States on the world stage, the personalities of Putin and Trump, and how we should view democracy in the context of war. Ana's X account: https://x.com/UkrainianAnaAna on Piers Morgan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kJ5pYYve_HY&t=1571sMy Essay: https://jacksezer.substack.com/p/my-thoughts-so-far-on-russia-and?r=27zkbv
In this episode I speak with Anthony Graves, who was on death row for 18 years before being found innocent. We explore the ideas behind the death penalty, his experience, and the road ahead. Anthony's Page: https://www.aclu.org/bio/anthony-gravesPeer Navigator: https://peernavigatorproject.org/My Capital Punishment Lecture (password is SZ@rNEI8): https://www.philosophersforum.org/Archives.htmlMy Substack Article on the Death Penalty: https://jacksezer.substack.com/p/on-the-death-penalty?r=27zkbv
In this episode I speak with Richard Rothstein, author of Color of Law and Just Action. We speak about redlining, the history of de facto and de jure racism, and the current effects of institutionalized racism. Richard Rothstein: https://www.justactionbook.org/My Substack: https://jacksezer.substack.com/
I look back at some of the major touch points of this year and the optics of 2025. I discuss normative ethics, applied ethics, just war theory, and Donald Trump. I also discuss Trumpism as an ideology and how to combat it. My Substack: https://jacksezer.substack.com/
In this episode I discuss the results of the 2024 election with Dr. Michael Lundie, the first return guest. We remark on Trump's campaign, the effect it had on others, the political discourse today, and looking forward.My Substack: https://jacksezer.substack.com/publish/home?utm_source=menuKeep up with Michael Lundie: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Michael-Lundie
In this episode I speak with Dr. Brian Becker. We explore Martin Heidegger's Being and Time, his goals and philosophy, and more. We explore Descartes and the self as well as religion. Becker has a youtube channel approaching 10,000 subscribers and we would love to help him reach that goal so click the link and subscribe. Brian's channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SingularityasSublimity
In this episode I speak with Robin Maher, the director for the Death Penalty Information Center. We explore the history, ongoing practices, and legal theory behind the death penalty. Support DPI and stay up to date on relevant death penalty information. Robin's page: https://deathpenaltyinfo.org/about/staff-and-board-of-directors/robin-m-maher-executive-directorDPI: https://deathpenaltyinfo.org/My Substack: https://jacksezer.substack.com/publish/home?utm_source=menu
In this episode I speak with Dr. Derek Maus about Postmodernism, philosophies regarding various aspects of literature, how we read literature, poetic aspects of our political landscape, and other topics. Derek's page: https://www.potsdam.edu/about/directory/faculty/mausdcMy Substack: https://jacksezer.substack.com/publish/home?utm_source=menu
In this episode I speak with Oobah Butler. Oobah has made waves on the internet with his unique and daring ideas. From turning his shed into the number one restaurant on trip advisor to infiltrating the business conglomerate Amazon to expose its terrible working conditions. Oobah is a fascinating man who is navigating his unique space exceptionally well. This is a nice break from the typical conversations held on this podcast and is a welcomed comedic relief. Oobah's Website: https://www.oobahbutler.com/Oobah's X: https://x.com/Oobahs
I speak with Connor Murray on the current state of nuclear-political affairs in the world. Connor reveals the political process of nuclear de-proliferation and efforts towards peace. We speak about the nature of nuclear war and how political affairs can heighten that risk. Connor's Council For A Livable World Page: https://livableworld.org/about/meet-the-staff/connor-murray/Music by Chillmore from Pixabay
I share some thoughts regarding the assassination attempt on former president Donald Trump, and what this means for the future of our political-sociological landscape. My Substack: https://jacksezer.substack.com/Music by Chillmore from Pixabay
I speak with David Kipping, the host of the very successful Youtube channel, Cool Worlds. We speak on various topics regarding astronomy, aliens, and physics, with an important conversation on the political and economic ramifications on space exploration. Forgive me for my shaky audio in this episode. Intro/Outro music by Oleg Fedak from Pixabay
In this episode I walk through the journey and context of Jeff Schoep's life. We discuss his role in the American National Socialist Movement, the way he left the movement, and the work he is doing today. We explore various topics of extremism and hatred and I strongly encourage you to support the work he is now doing at Beyond Barriers.Beyond Barriers: https://beyondbarriersusa.org/Simon Wiesenthal Center: https://www.wiesenthal.com/White Right: Meeting the Enemy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GJ0rhh5mbnA&t=1039sIntro/Outro Music Credit: Music by Sergii Pavkin from Pixabay
In this episode I speak with Ben Kirby, the founder of Preachers N Sneakers, a social media sensation, podcast host, and controversial figure in the Christian wealth debate. We speak briefly on various subjects related to wealth, inequality, and morality. I was happy to speak with Ben and I urge you to read his book linked here. PreachersNSneakers: https://preachersnsneakers.com/PreachersNSneakers insta: https://www.instagram.com/preachersnsneakers/?hl=enIntro/Outro Music: Music by Pumpupthemind from Pixabay
In this episode I read my Substack essay, Genocide: The Hollow Word. I speak about Aaron Bushnell and how purpose can be given to his vain death, the value of language and the need to preserve it, and the notion of 'genocide' in Israel/Palestine. Music by Isaiah Mathew from Pixabay
In this episode I speak with Dr. David Patterson about the Jewish faith, the history of anti-semitism, the Nazis, and the moral relativism surrounding the conflict in Israel. Dr. David Patterson is well read on the subject and is an esteemed academic in the sector of Jewish studies. We reveal the linkage of ancient anti-semitism to the nazis and then to modern day terrorist sympathies. I hope to have more conversations like this and am grateful for the opportunity to learn. Here are links relevant to the episodehttps://isgap.org/https://amchainitiative.org/https://support.memri.org/site/SSurvey?ACTION_REQUIRED=URI_ACTION_USER_REQUESTS&SURVEY_ID=1620Dr. David Patterson's page: https://profiles.utdallas.edu/david.pattersonMy Instagram: Brilly_jackAs always, a huge thank you to the SmallWorld team!Intro/Outro Credit: Music by Artem Hramushkin from Pixabay
In this episode I have a difficult and stifling conversation with the daughter of the founder of the Westboro Baptist Church, Shirley Roper. The Westboro Baptist Church is infamous around the world, and though few in number, they manage to cause quite the controversy. Though interesting, this conversation is stifling, difficult, and quite circular. I hope to improve my craft with every episode. Thank you for sticking with me on this journey. Music by Virtuosound Studio from Pixabay
Bio: In this episode I interview Dr. Michael Lundie. We discuss various philosophical and political topics, attempting to find valuable and practical solutions to our current political divide. Michael provides us with tangible avenues to navigating our political landscape and shares thoughts on religion and free will. As always, thank you to the wonderful men at SmallWorld Media for making Veridical possible. Michaels Instagram: @warrior_poet_bjjProductive Politics: https://www.youtube.com/@ProductivePoliticsBraver Angels: https://braverangels.org/Music by Pumpupthemind from Pixabay
Another year is upon us, and many of us have failed to account for the processes and capabilities of our minds. We need a radical transformation of our willingness to digest reality. Happy New Year. (Outro Credit)Purple Dream by Ghostrifter bit.ly/ghostrifter-ytCreative Commons — Attribution-NoDerivs 3.0 Unported — CC BY-ND 3.0Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/