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Defending The West

Defending The West

By BDM

Defending Western Civilization and it’s cultural, philosophical, and economic achievements.
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Interview with the Amash/Gabbard 2024 Leaders

Defending The WestDec 18, 2020

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Defending Christianity: Astrophysics, Economics, and Psychology

Defending Christianity: Astrophysics, Economics, and Psychology

In this episode, I discuss the fine tuning within our own universe that allows Earth to exist in a way that allows for humans to live and then discuss the implications from the process that allowed for this and how they relate to economics and society as a whole.
Feb 13, 202150:44
Defending Christianity: Misconceptions of God

Defending Christianity: Misconceptions of God

In this episode I tackle some common misconceptions about God such as the Euthyphro dilemma, who created God question, and God of the gaps problem.
Jan 23, 202145:05
Defending Christianity: Intellectuals, Atheism, and Naturalism

Defending Christianity: Intellectuals, Atheism, and Naturalism

In this episode, I discuss the concept of intellectuals discussed in the books “Intellectuals and Society,” and the “Vision of the Anointed,” by Dr. Thomas Sowell. I then discuss how the concepts in those books relate to the leaders of the New Atheism Movement along with atheism itself. I also discuss how atheism and naturalism have an unearned stranglehold over academics, moral thought, and our society.

Jan 16, 202101:12:24
Interview with the Amash/Gabbard 2024 Leaders

Interview with the Amash/Gabbard 2024 Leaders

In this episode, I interview Reed Coverdale, in charge of the Naturalist Capitalist youtube channel, and Sam Smith the head of the LiBROtarian podcast who are both leaders in the Amash/Gabbard 2024 movement which has the intention of having Representatives Justin Amash of Michigan and Representative Tulsi Gabbard of Hawai'i, be the winning Presidential candidates in 2024 for the Libertarian Party. In the episode, we discuss Libertarian ideology, connections between Amash/Gabbard 2024 and the Unity 2020 movement, and overall the problems in our country, culture, and politics today that would be addressed by an Amash and Gabbard ticket. 

Dec 18, 202049:08
Interview with Cactus

Interview with Cactus

In this episode I interview Cactus, the host of the podcast Meta Politics where he discusses politics, technology, and culture through mathematics and systematic analysis.
Dec 14, 202001:07:20
Star Wars and the Psychological Appeal of Revolution

Star Wars and the Psychological Appeal of Revolution

In this episode I analyze the appeal of Revolution, how and why The Last Jedi was so bad, and how all of this relates to culture and politics.
Dec 11, 202042:35
Classical Liberalism VS Modern Liberalism

Classical Liberalism VS Modern Liberalism

In this episode I discuss the history and differences between Classical Liberalism and Modern Liberalism, their respective views on Human Rights, and how this is influencing political conversations today.
Nov 28, 202017:10
New France/Cajun Culture and why they supported Trump

New France/Cajun Culture and why they supported Trump

In this episode I go into the history of Cajun culture found in Southern Louisiana.
Nov 21, 202023:52
Is God Necessary for Morality?

Is God Necessary for Morality?

In this episode I discuss whether God is necessary for morality and how belief in God has pushed Western Civilization’s greatest moral accomplishes.
Nov 14, 202052:49
The Appalachian Culture and Why they Support Trump

The Appalachian Culture and Why they Support Trump

In this episode I discuss some of the various cultures and immigrant groups that have existed in the United States for hundreds of years and why some of them were more likely to support President Trump.
Nov 07, 202050:31
U.S.A. vs Europe and East Europe vs West Europe

U.S.A. vs Europe and East Europe vs West Europe

This episode I interview my friend Anna Csöngedi. She was born and raised in Hungary, went to University in Austria and currently lives in California. She offers unique insights on the differences between Europe and the U.S. along with differences between Eastern and Western Europe.
Oct 30, 202001:06:14
Do Politicians Serve the People?

Do Politicians Serve the People?

One of the primary motivations of the Unity 2020 movement is the idea that politicians are no longer serving the interest of people. In this episode I discuss this idea and why it may not be as true as people think.
Oct 23, 202023:41
Interview with Griffin

Interview with Griffin

This episode I interview Unity 2020 organizer Griffin on his experiences in the Twin Cities following the George Floyd protests over the last year along with his thoughts on what is happening in the United States today.
Oct 16, 202028:29
Interview with Keo

Interview with Keo

I interview my friend Christopher, the first-generation son of Cambodian immigrants to see his perspective on everything occurring in our country and to gain insights on what occurred in Cambodia.

Oct 09, 202040:35
Not Ending the Duopoly

Not Ending the Duopoly

With the continued gridlock and polarization people may be wondering how we got here and how we might be able to fix it. In this podcast, I discuss what the first political parties were like, what it means to be conservative or progressive, and why we live in such polarizing times.
Oct 02, 202046:31
West vs East

West vs East

Discussing what separates philosophies prevalent throughout Asia and how they differ from philosophy present in Western Civilization.
Sep 22, 202035:36