Best The Warrior Philosopher Podcasts (2025)

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EP. 24 - SPENGLER AND THE OVERMAN - MAN AND TECHNICS 1:22:18

6d ago1:22:18

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Send us a text Oswald Spengler was a leading thinker in the German Right during the Interwar Period (1918-1939) as well as among the most influential Conservative Revolutionaries in the Weimar Republic. I discuss his book, Man and Technics, a more concise version of his Magnus Opus, Decline of the West. His Philosophy deals with the Faustian and Pr…

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Episode 5: The Wife 40:17

29m ago40:17

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One overlooked detail in Sarah’s story: she was married. Her wife, Nicole, never spoke to the press or the feds. She remained a mystery—until now. Get early, ad-free access to more episodes of Deep Cover: The Truth About Sarah by subscribing to Pushkin+ on Apple Podcasts or Pushkin.fm. Access ad-free episodes, exclusive binges, full audiobooks, and…

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424 - Writing the Ultimate BJJ Book, with Meerkatsu and Graham Barlow 50:53

2d ago50:53

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It started as an April Fool's joke and then morphed into a BEAST of a book complete with 967 illustrations called "Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, the Ultimate Illustrated Guidebook". In episode 424 I chat with renowned BJJ black belt, illustrator and designer Seymour Yang (better known as Meerkatsu) and his partner in crime Graham Barlow (the creator of the …

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43. How Men Can Overcome The Hurdles Of Modern Dating - With David Chambers 48:54

2d ago48:54

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Dating apps, confidence, and why your profile photo might be tanking your chances - this chat with David Chambers was sharp, funny, and full of real talk. We got into how modern men can actually thrive in dating, from crafting better profiles and messages to understanding deeper stuff like attachment, emotional maturity, and why your trauma might b…

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Beyond the Founders: How Ordinary Americans Built a Government 37:19

3d ago37:19

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In this episode, host Dr. Katie Crawford-Lackey interviews historian Dr. Peter Kastor about how America's founding generation transformed constitutional ideals into functioning government institutions. Learn about the challenges faced by early federal leaders, the overlooked contributions of thousands of ordinary civil servants, and how this format…

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How to Have the Manners and Charm of a Proper English Gentleman 49:55

6d ago49:55

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The British just seem like a classier bunch. Part of it is that winning accent. But it's also because English culture has long been steeped in the tradition of learning and practicing etiquette. Here to share some of the essentials of modern etiquette that are important no matter which side of the pond you live on is William Hanson, a British etiqu…

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Episode with E Words - Enjoy.... 21:36

5d ago21:36

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Hope you enjoy another letter episode that includes the kata (form, dance) Empi Ha and so much more. As usual we refer to many subjects that we've discussed on past episodes. For example: we talked about Kobudo weaponry. We did many episodes on this subject. Here is the first one: https://www.buzzsprout.com/477379/episodes/5484121 We touch on eleme…

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Episode 4: The Suspect 33:36

7d ago33:36

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A former Marine and media personality asks questions and publicly challenges Sarah Cavanaugh’s credentials. Behind the scenes, law enforcement is already investigating Sarah; but the surge of media attention forces their hand. Fearing she might destroy evidence, federal agents move quickly to search Sarah’s home. Get early, ad-free access to more e…

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42. Cracking the Code of Modern Masculinity - with Charles Cornish-Dale (Raw Egg Nationalist) 48:41

9d ago48:41

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Charles Cornish-Dale - better known as Raw Egg Nationalist - joins me for a frank chat on masculinity, food, and the politics that bind them. Recently doxxed, he’s no longer behind a pseudonym and has plenty to say now that he’s speaking openly. We talk about his new book The Last Men, the controversial Eggs Benedict Option cookbook, and why he see…

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Become a Master of Uncertainty 50:15

13d ago50:15

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Uncertainty is a constant of human existence. How will market conditions affect your new business venture? What will be the results of the medical test you just took? Will a new relationship work out? For most of us, situations of uncertainty trigger anxiety, even fear. But the stress of uncertainty doesn't have to overwhelm you. You can learn to n…

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Thus a Child Learns - A Poem By Dr. Frederick Moffitt 24:52

12d ago24:52

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I received a copy of this poem in school - a long time ago. The other day, we were talking about it and decided to bring the conversation to the podcast. Landyn, Sensei Jackie and I laugh quite a bit. Hope you do too. This isn't our first episode on teaching. Here's one from 2023: https://www.buzzsprout.com/477379/episodes/13330690 Somehow we ended…

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Episode 3: The Confidante 40:43

14d ago40:43

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Jess and Jake speak with Sarah and learn about her past life. As a social worker, she really knew how to listen to people. But when Jake and Jess interview two of Sarah's former friends, a darker picture emerges. Get early, ad-free access to more episodes of Deep Cover: The Truth About Sarah by subscribing to Pushkin+ on Apple Podcasts or Pushkin.f…

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41. Why Everyone Needs Therapy (Even Zen Masters) - With Keith Martin-Smith 45:32

16d ago45:32

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Zen priest, author, and developmental thinker Keith Martin-Smith returns for a dive into what happens when ancient wisdom meets modern trauma. We riff on the psychology gaps in traditional meditation, why some Buddhists need therapy more than enlightenment, and how writing a biography of a Zen master changed Keith’s own practice. It’s candid, occas…

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The Philosophical Roots of American Democracy 24:28

17d ago24:28

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In this enlightening episode of Consider the Constitution, host Dr. Katie Crawford Lackey sits down with Dr. Dennis Rasmussen, professor of political science at Syracuse University's Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs. Their conversation explores the philosophical underpinnings that influenced the creation of the U.S. Constitution, pa…

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Building Tribe — How to Create and Sustain Communities of Men 46:01

20d ago46:01

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Community is one of life's most valuable but increasingly scarce resources. While we hear about a supposed epidemic of male loneliness, many men still resist joining groups or struggle to maintain involvement after initial enthusiasm wanes. Today on the show, Frank Schwartz will help us understand the barriers to building male community and how to …

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Movie Review - The Real Mr. Miyagi - Fumio Demura 22:06

19d ago22:06

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Fumio Demura is known for many things in Martial Arts. We did a biography of him back in 2020. Here's the link: https://www.buzzsprout.com/477379/episodes/5982394 What fun we had watching this movie, laughing and snacking. Somehow, in our review we mentioned Master Joe Hess. We've also done a biography on him: https://www.buzzsprout.com/477379/epis…

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Episode 2: The Poster Child 35:44

21d ago35:44

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In her home state of Rhode Island, Sarah builds her reputation as a celebrated war hero. But as her public profile grows, so do the quiet doubts. Get early, ad-free access to more episodes of Deep Cover: The Truth About Sarah by subscribing to Pushkin+ on Apple Podcasts or Pushkin.fm. Access ad-free episodes, exclusive binges, full audiobooks, and …

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Episode 1: The Warrior 40:50

21d ago40:50

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A mysterious handwritten letter arrives from Sarah Cavanaugh. In it, she asks: What do you think of my crime? Get early, ad-free access to more episodes of Deep Cover: The Truth About Sarah by subscribing to Pushkin+ on Apple Podcasts or Pushkin.fm. Access ad-free episodes, exclusive binges, full audiobooks, and bonus content for all Pushkin shows …

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40. Why I Left The UK (And Where I Went) - Mark Walsh 35:18

24d ago35:18

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I’m sharing some personal reflections from my new life in Slovenia. It’s just me on the mic, exploring themes of home, belonging, and what it means to truly feel settled - both in a place and in the body. As someone who has lived all over the world, I’ve had plenty of cross-cultural experiences that shape how I see things. I talk about migration, e…

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423 - BJJ, Science, and D&D with Bryan Rumble 48:20

25d ago48:20

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Bryan Rumble is a 2nd degree belt and a working scientist. In this episode we start out by talking about BJJ traditions, the depth of the art, and how the scientific method might be applied in jiu-jitsu. Then, at about the 23 minute mark, Bryan and I nerd out SUPER hard on Dungeons and Dragons and how it relates to martial arts training. You've bee…

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20 Secrets of Adulthood 50:34

27d ago50:34

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Figuring out the pitfalls and best practices of adulthood can be tricky. It's helpful to have some pearls of wisdom to guide you along the way. My guest today has spent decades collecting these kinds of helpful truths and has crafted her own guiding mantras of maturity. Gretchen Rubin is the author of numerous bestselling books, including The Happi…

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Uke - The Good, The Bad and The Crazy 23:58

26d ago23:58

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First off - an Uke is a Japanese word meaning partner in Karate training. Have I got your interest? This episode has stories from Hanshi Malanoski and some feedback from followers of Hanshi Ray Batlle's Facebook page. I thank them both. We also tell a few stories of our own and maybe clear up some confusion for people who have just started training…

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Introducing Deep Cover: The Truth About Sarah 3:01

28d ago3:01

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Sarah was everything people wanted her to be—until she wasn’t. Deep Cover: The Truth About Sarah is available wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe to Pushkin+ to binge the entire season, ad-free. Find Pushkin+ on the Deep Cover show page in Apple Podcasts or at Pushkin.fm. Subscribe on Apple: apple.co/pushkin Subscribe on Pushkin: pushkin.fm/p…

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39. Krav Maga, Real-World Training & Why Simplicity Works – with Lewis Groves 41:07

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Krav Maga instructor, Lewis Groves joins me to get into what Krav Maga really is, where it comes from, and how it’s different from traditional martial arts or rule-bound sports. We talk about training for the street rather than the ring, the value of simplicity under pressure, and why so many martial arts end up in fantasyland. We also cover ego, h…

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Constitutional Safeguards: How the 4th, 5th, and 6th Amendments Protect Your Rights 21:53

1M ago21:53

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In this episode of Consider the Constitution, host Dr. Katie Crawford-Lackey welcomes back Kendra Johnson, assistant Public Defender in Fairfax, Virginia, to explore the Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth Amendments. Johnson explains how these amendments form the backbone of criminal procedure in America and protect citizens from government overreach. The di…

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Auto-Exploitation, Positive Violence, and the Palliative Society: A Modern Philosopher’s Ideas for Making Sense of the Present Age 58:06

1M ago58:06

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Feelings of burnout and boredom have become prevalent in modern life. To understand the roots of and solutions to these issues, we can turn to both ancient philosophers and contemporary thinkers. Among the latter is Korean-German philosopher Byung-Chul Han, whose thought-provoking analyses are gaining increasing recognition. If you’re not yet famil…

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Viking Women Warriors 20:32

1M ago20:32

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We're joined by Kim to talk about another history of female warriors. This one is full of myths, legends and of course controversies. While I was writing these notes, I decided to look back at other episodes we've recorded female fighters in history. Our first one was back in 2020, where we were introduced to 2 Japanese women fighters. Here's the l…

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EP. 23 - CAESAR IS COMING - TRUMP & THE BIRTH OF AN AMERICAN EMPIRE (feat. ‪The Ark & Lances Legion) 59:35

1M ago59:35

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Send us a text The Ark, General Lance and I discussed the recent assassination attempt on Donald Trump's life during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania as well as parallels between Trump, Gracchus, Marius, Sulla and Caesar along with America's similarities and differences to Rome.By The Warrior Philosopher

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38. Why Strength Still Matters: Masculinity, Honour & Identity – With Jack Donovan 47:49

1M ago47:49

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I’m joined by author and men’s work coach Jack Donovan for a deep, honest chat about modern masculinity. We get into why strength matters, how weakness is being sold as virtue, and why the idea that we're all "blank slates" might be doing more harm than good. We talk martial arts, the value of tactical virtues, and what honour really means in a wor…

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422 - How to Condition Yourself to Deal with Adrenaline in Stressful Situations 24:24

1M ago24:24

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The fight-or-flight reflex is always lurking just below the surface. When things get sufficiently stressful, our hormonal system dumps enormous amounts of adrenaline into our bloodstream, and—BOOM—suddenly we’re ready for action. That adrenaline serves a purpose: it elevates your heart rate, makes you much stronger, more pain tolerant, and able to …

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The Power of NEAT — Move a Little to Lose a Lot 48:17

1M ago48:17

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Do you have a goal to lose weight? If so, you're probably thinking about how you need to exercise more. And that can certainly help. But what about the 23 hours a day you're not at the gym? How much you move during those hours — from walking to the mailbox to fidgeting at your desk — can be just as important in winning the battle of the bulge. Here…

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Fit To Think - The Philosopher API 🎙️ Episode 2: Autonomous AI, Deepfakes, Empathy Crisis, Leadership 27:55

1M ago27:55

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As a rare Blood Moon casts its glow over North America, host Souhimbou Kone—the Tech-Soldier Warrior-Founder—returns with a powerful solo episode exploring some of the most urgent conversations shaping our world today. In this episode, we dive deep into the ethical, psychological, and societal implications of three accelerating forces: 🔹 Autonomous…

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Is There Such a Thing as Too Much Technology (Karate - not Computer) 22:20

1M ago22:20

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We have two guests for this episode. I'm thankful to Sifu Jones from the UK who opens the show and to Shihan McKinnon who takes it home for us. Their input is amazing and appreciated. With Sifu Jones we talked about basics. That got us to thinking about the movie Budo. Since we did an episode on that, I'll tag it here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/47…

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37. Out-training Parkinson’s: A Comeback Story - with Scott Hanley 45:59

1M ago45:59

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Scott Hanley joins me to talk about how he turned the tables on his Parkinson's diagnosis. We explore how mindset, movement, and a willingness to experiment played key roles in his recovery. We also talk about CrossFit, brain health, neuroplasticity, and the social disconnection that’s worsened since COVID. It’s a conversation packed with practical…

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Debunking Political Myths with Dr. Casey Burgat 28:55

2M ago28:55

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Host Dr. Katie Crawford-Lackey welcomes Dr. Casey Burgat back to James Madison's Montpelier to discuss his new book, "We Hold These Truths: How to Spot the Myths That Are Holding America Back."By The Robert H. Smith Center for the Constitution

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Co-Intelligence — Using AI to Think Better, Create More, and Live Smarter 57:46

2M ago57:46

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The era of artificially intelligent large language models is upon us and isn't going away. Rather, AI tools like ChatGPT are only going to get better and better and affect more and more areas of human life. If you haven't yet felt both amazed and unsettled by these technologies, you probably haven't explored their true capabilities. My guest today …

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Boundaries: Making them and Keeping them. Thoughts? 21:01

2M ago21:01

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This episode is a listener request. Setting and maintaining boundaries, like so many things we've discussed on this show, is a lifelong responsibility (to yourself?). When the request came through, the person didn't specify physical safety or internal challenges. So we tackled both. However, we've talked about physical safety quite a few times. Her…

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36. Why Regulating Your Nervous System Is So Important - with Dr. Helen 55:48

2M ago55:48

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In this episode, I’m doing one of my not-so-solo solo casts - with Dr. Helen Machen-Pearce in the room. We talk the power of nervous system regulation and how co-regulation plays a key role in well-being. This candid conversation dives into mental health, somatic practices, and how we connect as humans. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or jus…

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From Public Citizens to Therapeutic Selves — The Hidden History of Modern Identity 48:33

2M ago48:33

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When you scroll through social media feeds today, you’ll find countless posts about “living your truth” and “being authentic.” These ideas feel so natural to us now that we rarely stop to ask where they came from or what they really mean. The concept of identity — how we understand ourselves — has undergone a radical transformation over the centuri…

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