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What do you think before you think? What are the blind spots and starting assumptions that you don’t even know you have? If you get your starting assumptions wrong, every view you have on politics, family, religion, money, etc. will be wrong. In this episode we talk about presuppositions and how to find your starting point. Follow Zach: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠ 0:00 Understanding Presuppositions and Their Impact on Critical Thinking6:27 Exploring Presuppositions in Stories, History, and Science13:00 Challenging Presuppositions in Politics, Family, and Religion24:41 The Influence of Presuppositions on Religious Beliefs and Debates29:08 Uncovering Presuppositions in Business and Personal Beliefs

Dr. Dan Wallace is the Senior Research Professor of New Testament Studies (Emeritus) at Dallas Theological Seminary and the Executive Director of the Center for the Study of New Testament Manuscripts. He is one of the world's leading experts on the thousands of different manuscripts that are used to reconstruct the New Testament. How do we know what the New Testament really said if we don’t have any of the original manuscripts? Regardless of your worldview, this interview is fascinating. Follow CSNTM: Website | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠| ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠ Follow Zach: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠

If God is all-good and all-powerful, then why is there evil in the world? Don’t say, "because of human free will” because we destroy that answer in this episode. Also, don’t say, “to make him more glorious” or “to bring him more glory” because we destroy that answer too. Does the existence of evil disprove God’s existence? Join us as we explore the philosophical issue of theodicy.Follow Zach: ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠

Zach talks with pro-life advocate Seth Gruber about the complexities of abortion in America, exploring Planned Parenthood’s controversial origins and the modern church’s relationship with politics. Gruber challenges evangelical neutrality and argues that Christian convictions inevitably shape public life, raising bigger questions about culture, justice, and the value of human life. Follow Seth: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠| ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠ | X Follow Zach: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠

He is considered the “Father of Modern Philosophy.” He is one of the most intelligent thinkers who ever lived and in the top five most influential philosophers of all time. Who is Rene Descartes? Why is he important? What does “I think, therefore I am” really mean? In this episode we examine the contributions of this great man.  Follow Zach: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠

Dale Brisby is a cowboy, rancher, bull-rider, and content creator. He’s been on the Joe Rogan Podcast, has a show on Netflix, has millions of followers on social media, and is the host of the popular podcast, “Rodeo Time.” What is it really like to be a cowboy? How hard is it to ride a bull? On this episode, we interview Dale to get his take on all things country. Follow Dale: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠| ⁠⁠YouTube Follow Zach: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠

What does the Second Amendment really mean in context? Does restricting gun ownership cause more or less crime? How can we prevent or minimize mass shootings? In this episode we look at some important statistics around the controversial topic of gun control. Follow Zach: ⁠Instagram⁠⁠X⁠⁠Website⁠ 0:00 Exploring Gun Control, Second Amendment, and Deterrence Strategies4:19 Understanding the Second Amendment and Its Implications11:52 Debunking Gun Control Myths and Misunderstandings15:31 Understanding Assault Rifles and Misconceptions in Gun Terminology18:30 Misconceptions About Firearms and Terminology in Stressful Situations21:12 Debating Gun Violence and Self-Defense Statistics25:49 Debating Gun Ownership, Safety, and Crime Statistics31:54 The Ineffectiveness of Gun-Free Zones in Preventing Mass Shootings35:48 Mass Shootings and Misconceptions About Assault Rifles37:44 Debating Gun-Free Zones and Mass Shooting Prevention40:40 Debating Gun Control and Its Impact on Society

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: InstagramXWebsite

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.  Follow Keith: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠| ⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Zach: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠

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.  Follow Zach: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠ 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. Follow Zach: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠ 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. Follow Zach: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠ 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. Follow Zach: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠ 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? Follow Zach: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠ 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. Follow Zach: ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Website⁠ 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