Oct 12, 202655 min
David Hume challenged nearly everything we think we know about reality, morality, religion, and even ourselves. His arguments were so influential that Immanuel Kant had to rethink the foundations of Western...
About this Podcast:
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, Ideological 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, Ideological 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. Subscribe now, and join the conversation!
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What is IdeaLogical about?
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, Ideological is more than just a clever play on words.
What has IdeaLogical covered recently?
Recent episodes include "David Hume's Philosophy Will Make You Question Everything" (12 October 2026, 55 minutes), "10 Habits of Dumb People" (28 September 2026, 48 minutes), and "A Christian Nation…Really?" (14 September 2026, 43 minutes).
How often does IdeaLogical publish?
IdeaLogical publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 51 minutes across 58 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on IdeaLogical?
Booking probability for IdeaLogical is 39%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. IdeaLogical requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. IdeaLogical's contact route on record: public web form.
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IdeaLogical is a society podcast with 58 episodes published.
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10 Habits of Dumb People
Sep 28, 202648 minMost people don't become smarter overnight—but they can stop making the habits that keep them stuck. In this video, we break down 10 Habits of Dumb People—the common behaviors that quietly undermine good judgment, clear...
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A Christian Nation…Really?
Sep 14, 202643 min“Is America a Christian Nation?” Just this question alone causes conflict. In this lecture we go over some of the history, context, supreme court cases, and statistics to see if America is a so-called “Christian...
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Can We Trust The Experts? Can We Trust AI?
Aug 31, 202647 minIn this episode, we explore the “death of expertise.” We no longer esteem experts in certain fields because we don’t know whom to trust. Furthermore, AI can instantly generate arguments, summaries, and explanations on...
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Helping the Haters: Online Comments Vol. 2
Aug 17, 202643 minThis episode contains everything from people supporting totalitarianism to people projecting their insecurities onto us. Check out this second edition of “Helping the Haters”, as we explore and comment on some of the...
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Aug 3, 202645 minAbout 11% of the world’s population ascribes to beliefs that would make them charismatic or Pentecostal. Charismatics also make up a large voting block in the U.S. In this episode, we take a critical look at the history...
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Do We Have “Free Will”?
Jul 20, 202642 minIf everything is physically determined, how can we have any sense of free will? If theism is true -- and God knows what we are going to do -- how can we have any sense of free will? Regardless of your worldview, there...
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Philosophy of Language
Jun 22, 202645 minHow do words mean? Even reading that question assumes a lot of things that may not be accurate. In this lecture, we tackle the sticky issues within the philosophy of language -- what is it and how does it work? Get...
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How to be Happy
May 25, 202640 minAre you happy? Do you want to be happy? Why is it so hard to find happiness? In this episode, we evaluate a philosophy of happiness to find out if life has more good or bad moments, to what degree does our brain...
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Spinoza
May 11, 202645 minHe is one of the most influential thinkers of the 17th century. He has a system that solves all the problems of philosophy, but it comes at a high cost. How is God related to the world, do we have free will, and how can...
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The History and Decline of the University
Apr 27, 20261h 2mFor most of world history, we didn’t have universities. Where did they come from? Which ones are good? Do you need to go to college or not? How have educational standards gone down and how can we fix it? In this episode...
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Does Matter Exist?
Apr 13, 202634 minWhat could be more basic than the idea of matter? In this episode, we take a look at the idealism of George Berkeley and his case against matter. You are guaranteed to have your mind blown (and to have your worldview...
Mar 30, 20261h 4mIn this episode we chat with Dr. Joe Rigney about social justice, intersectionality, emotionalism, and more. Dr. Rigney serves as a Fellow of Theology at New Saint Andrews College. He is a conservative cultural critic...
Mar 16, 202652 minIn this episode we chat with the founder of Austin Justice Coalition, Chas Moore. Chas is a progressive leader on the themes of racial and social justice. In this interview he discusses issues such as race...
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Helping the Haters - Online Comments Vol. 1
Mar 2, 202636 minIn this episode we look at some of the wild, false, and less-than-helpful comments that people post on social media regarding our content. The goal is to teach and clarify (though occasional teasing will also be...
Feb 16, 202659 minDr. Greg Sadler is the President of Reason IO - an organization that seeks to make philosophy accessible to the public. Additionally, as a member of the American Philosophical Practitioners Association (APPA), he uses...
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Presuppositions
Feb 2, 202640 minWhat 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...
Jan 19, 20261h 48mDr. 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...
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The Problem of Evil
Jan 5, 202649 minIf 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...
Dec 22, 20251h 5mZach 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...
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Dr. Joe Rigney
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The World's Greatest Bull Rider (And Most Humble Cowboy)
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Dr. Randy Smith
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Jeremy Dys
Senior Counsel, First Liberty Institute
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