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Podcast Profile: Ideas Matter

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29 episodes
2021 to 2025
Median: 57 minutes
Collection: Philosophy


Description (podcaster-provided):

A podcast where two mates discuss philosophy, politics and intellectual history, because Ideas Matter.
Ideas Matter is hosted by Louis, a PhD student in political theory, and Alex, a humanities teacher.
Each episode is structured around the work of a great thinker. We aim to explore their ideas in an accessible manner, without dumbing them down.
No topic is off limits: the theology of Saint Augustine, Lenin's revolutionary theory, Marx's critique of capitalism, Platonic discussions on love, or Nietzsche's metaphysical musings.
Follow the show on Instagram @ideasmatterpod


Themes and summary (AI-generated based on podcaster-provided show and episode descriptions):

➤ Philosophy discussions • Intellectual history exploration • Political theory analysis • Great thinkers and ideas • Varied philosophical traditions • Themes of morality and society • Notable philosophical texts

"Ideas Matter" is a podcast dedicated to exploring the complex realms of philosophy, politics, and intellectual history. Hosted by Louis, a PhD student in political theory, and Alex, a humanities teacher, the podcast delves into the works of influential thinkers and theorists. Each episode is structured to make philosophical and political ideas accessible while maintaining their intellectual depth and nuance.

Recurring themes in this podcast include discussions about the philosophical underpinnings of political ideologies, the critique of capitalism and liberalism, and insights into various political theories. Topics such as Marxism, existentialism, and the history of ideas are frequently explored, reflecting the hosts' penchant for both historical and contemporary analysis. The podcast does not shy away from controversial topics like ideology in society, the balance between freedom and equality, and the philosophical aspects of love and morality.

The podcast frequently spotlights notable philosophers and theorists such as John Rawls, Friedrich Nietzsche, Confucius, and Leo Strauss while examining their contributions to understanding social constructs, ethics, and human behavior. There is also an evident interest in comparing Western and non-Western philosophies, particularly in discussions about texts like the Dao De Jing. This diversity of topics underlines the podcast’s dedication to exploring how different philosophical traditions address universal human concerns.

Listeners are encouraged to think critically about the implications of philosophical theories on modern-day politics and individual lives. "Ideas Matter" aims to present these discussions as thought-provoking dialogues rather than definitive conclusions, inviting listeners to form their perspectives on the ideas that shape our world.


Episodes:
Episode Image Liberal Socialism: Oxymoron or Overdue Ideology? Feat. Matt McManus
2025-Feb-02
57 minutes
Episode Image Incels, Masculinities and the Manosphere: A Conversation with Claudia Young
2025-Jan-14
73 minutes
Episode Image Liberalism as a Way of Life | An Interview with Professor Alexandre Lefebvre
2024-Oct-20
45 minutes
Episode Image What Can Chinese Academia Teach Us About Chinese Politics? An Interview with Professor Daniel A. Bell
2024-Sep-21
52 minutes
Episode Image Civilisation and its Discontents by Sigmund Freud
2023-Aug-26
46 minutes
Episode Image The Nicomachean Ethics by Aristotle
2023-Aug-07
49 minutes
Episode Image The Dao De Jing by Lao Tzu
2023-May-28
46 minutes
Episode Image Herodotus, Postmodernism and the Philosophy of History, featuring Dan Crowley
2023-Apr-21
56 minutes
Episode Image 'What is Political Philosophy?' by Leo Strauss
2023-Mar-14
29 minutes
Episode Image What is Political Realism? Philosophy and Real Politics by Raymond Geuss
2023-Mar-06
31 minutes
Episode Image A Theory of Justice by John Rawls
2023-Feb-28
30 minutes
Episode Image The Birth of Tragedy by Friedrich Nietzsche (Part Two)
2023-Jan-25
49 minutes
Episode Image The Birth of Tragedy (Part One) by Friedrich Nietzsche
2023-Jan-23
46 minutes
Episode Image A Pragmatic Theory of Truth: William James' Lectures on Pragmatism
2023-Jan-14
87 minutes
Episode Image A Philosophical Discussion on Love: Reading Plato's Symposium
2022-Dec-24
79 minutes
Episode Image Confessions by Saint Augustine
2022-Nov-19
94 minutes
Episode Image The Social Contract by Jean-Jacques Rousseau
2022-Oct-16
64 minutes
Episode Image Why Morality Makes Us Sick: Nietzsche on the Genealogy of Morals
2022-Sep-27
90 minutes
Episode Image Does History Have A Purpose? Immanuel Kant's Political Writings
2022-Aug-27
69 minutes
Episode Image Understanding Revolutionary Marxist Theory: Reading State and Revolution by Vladimir Lenin
2022-Aug-12
60 minutes
Episode Image The Prince by Niccolò Machiavelli
2022-Jul-06
54 minutes
Episode Image Does Confucianism Offer Greater Freedom Than Liberalism?
2022-Jun-16
41 minutes
Episode Image Karl Marx's Critique of Capitalism, Alienated Labour, and 'Humanist Marxism'.
2022-Feb-18
104 minutes
Episode Image Interview with Epoch Philosophy
2021-Nov-07
83 minutes
Episode Image We Are Not Individuals: A Communitarian Critique of Liberalism
2021-Oct-10
62 minutes
Episode Image Justice, Freedom, and Equality: The (False?) Promises of Liberalism
2021-Sep-18
66 minutes
Episode Image Ideology and Ideological State Apparatuses by Louis Althusser
2021-Aug-06
65 minutes
Episode Image René Descartes and the Modern Sense of Self
2021-Jul-08
65 minutes
Episode Image The Ethics of Authenticity by Charles Taylor
2021-Jul-02
50 minutes