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Political Philosophy

A podcast devoted to the history of political thought in the spirit of sharing, not perfection. Explanation and discussion of classic and contemporary political ideas. YouTube: YouTube.com/politicalphilosophy

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20:53

The Relationship Between Freedom and Justice...

Political Philosophy ·

2025/06/11

We finish up Federalist 51 and end the series on Federalist 10 and 51, the basics of American Political Thought. … More The Relationship Between Freedom and Justice (Federalist 51, Part 3)

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24:07

American Liberty: How Is It Secured? (Federalist 51...

Political Philosophy ·

2025/05/06

In Federalist 51, the author asserts that the legislative branch is always the strongest branch in a republic. Why, and is this true? The founders wanted a government that helped people enjoy their liberty, but has the definition of liberty changed? … More American Liberty: How Is It Secured? (Federalist 51 Part 2)

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21:23

Are Checks and Balances Necessary in the US...

Political Philosophy ·

2025/04/19

The American founders were concerned about one branch of government becoming too powerful and trampling on the freedoms of Americans by suppressing the other branches' freedom. Here Madison or Hamilton (which one is not clear) discusses how the new constitution tries to reduce the chances of this happening through separation of powers and checks and balances. … More Are Checks and Balances Necessary in the US Constitution? (Federalist 51, Part 1)

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20:58

Madison Would Be Surprised — and Disappointed...

Political Philosophy ·

2025/03/29

James Madison tried hard to faction-proof the US Constitution, but he did not anticipate the effects of instant media and the massification of modern populations. … More Madison Would Be Surprised — and Disappointed (Federalist 10, Part 4)

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29:04

Did Madison Foresee the Demise of Democracy?...

Political Philosophy ·

2025/03/29

Madison devoted the majority of Federalist paper #10 to the dangers of a violent majority faction and corrupt demagogues. In this part of the paper, we see Madison hoping that a large republic will prevent such a faction from existing, or if it exists, will blunt its ability to tyrannize over the rest of the citizens. … More Did Madison Foresee the Demise of Democracy? (Federalist 10, Part 3)

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22:41

James Madison Warns Against Violent Majority Factions...

Political Philosophy ·

2025/03/14

Laurie continues her series of Federalist 10 and 51. This is the second video on Federalist 10, heading into how to handle the effects of a violent faction of the majority. … More James Madison Warns Against Violent Majority Factions & Demagogues (Federalist 10, Part 2)

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19:28

New Dialectic of Enlightenment Reading Group Starting...

Political Philosophy ·

2025/03/09

You can find out more about this reading group and the ways to join here: https://pmaurin.org/reading-dialectic-of-enlightenment-with-jakob-hanschu/ Support us on Patreon at any level and get in on Jakob's reading group and more: https://patreon.com/maurinacademy … More New Dialectic of Enlightenment Reading Group Starting March 19, 2025

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25:20

Federalist 10 Deciphered: Madison on the Dangers of...

Political Philosophy ·

2025/03/09

Laurie begins a short series on Federalist 10 and 51, untangling the antiquated language of these important writings by the American founders having to do with important constitutional principles such as the separation of powers and checks and balances. She starts with Federalist 10 and the question of how to stop violent factions from overtaking a liberal democracy. … More Federalist 10 Deciphered: Madison on the Dangers of Factions and the Separation of Powers (Part 1)

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40:52

What Did Plato Say About Democracy and Demagogues?

Political Philosophy ·

2025/03/01

Laurie discusses Plato's view of democracy--its strengths and weaknesses, particularly its vulnerability to demagogues--and what he thought about other types of regimes. Pardon the reverberation on this recording! … More What Did Plato Say About Democracy and Demagogues?

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24:05

HUMBLE IS What We Need – Sit Down!

Political Philosophy ·

2025/02/23

You're lucky Laurie isn't ending that sentence the way Kendrick does. Get Laurie's book, The Gap in God's Country in hardcover, paperback and kindle/e-edition. Kindle: https://a.co/d/9m0zrg8 … More HUMBLE IS What We Need – Sit Down!

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18:34

Coming Up: The Maurin Academy Speaker Series and Beyond

Political Philosophy ·

2025/02/12

Laurie discusses some plans for guest speakers, her new Great Books reading group, and plans for the channel. … More Coming Up: The Maurin Academy Speaker Series and Beyond

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17:18

Direct Action vs. Liberal Charity (Gap in God’s...

Political Philosophy ·

2025/01/26

Dr. Laurie M. Johnson discussing themes from her new book, subtitled A Longer View On Our Culture Wars, focusing on solving political disputes. This session dealt with direct action vs. the charity model. Get the book: https://a.co/d/9sJwfDe Kindle: https://a.co/d/9m0zrg8 … More Direct Action vs. Liberal Charity (Gap in God’s Country Segment from Session5 )

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66:00

Gazing Into the Abyss of Deep Pluralism (w/ Benjamin...

Political Philosophy ·

2025/01/25

Spencer and Laurie talk with Benjamin Studebaker about his new book, Legitimacy in Liberal Democracies. Studebaker will give a speech for the Maurin Academy March 3, 2025. Maurin Academy Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/maurinacademy … More Gazing Into the Abyss of Deep Pluralism (w/ Benjamin Studebaker) Dustbowl Diatribes SO 3, Ep. 27

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14:14

Narcissistic Leaders in Church and State–Segments...

Political Philosophy ·

2025/01/18

These are segments of the fourth session in Dr. Laurie M Johnson's 5-part series on her new book, The Gap in God's Country: A Longer View on Our Culture Wars (Wipf & Stock, 2024). Dr. Laurie M. Johnson discussing themes from her new book, subtitled A Longer View On Our Culture Wars, focusing on solving political disputes. You can see all five full sessions of this series, and a lot more, by joining the Maurin Academy on Patreon. … More Narcissistic Leaders in Church and

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20:24

The Gap in God’s Country: Segments From Session 3

Political Philosophy ·

2025/01/04

Dr. Laurie M. Johnson discussing themes from her new book, subtitled A Longer View On Our Culture Wars, focusing on solving political disputes. You can join in live for the following sessions by registering on Eventbrite or joining us on Patreon. … More The Gap in God’s Country: Segments From Session 3

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15:46

Explore Carl Jung’s The Undiscovered Self in Monthly...

Political Philosophy ·

2024/12/29

Starting January 2, Laurie Johnson will be holding first Thursday monthly sessions in a new reading group. The first book covered (over three monthly sessions) will be Carl Jung's The Undiscovered Self. Discussion can continue on the Maurin Academy Slack Great Books channel. Reading is optional as Dr Johnson will be discuss the selection at the beginning of each session, but it is encouraged!To sign up for the Great Books Reading Group (either of our levels will get you into the live sessions and

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20:06

The Gap in God’s Country: Segments From Session 2

Political Philosophy ·

2024/12/22

Dr. Laurie M. Johnson discussing themes from her new book, subtitled A Longer View On Our Culture Wars, focusing on solving political disputes. You can join in live for the following sessions by registering on Eventbrite or joining us on Patreon. … More The Gap in God’s Country: Segments From Session 2

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22:28

The Gap in God’s Country – Segments from Session 1

Political Philosophy ·

2024/12/10

Dr. Laurie M. Johnson discussing themes from her new book, subtitled A Longer View On Our Culture Wars, focusing on solving political disputes. You can join in live for the following sessions by registering on Eventbrite or joining us on Patreon. … More The Gap in God’s Country – Segments from Session 1

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11:36

Starting Monday Nov. 18: Gap in God’s Country...

Political Philosophy ·

2024/11/16

For more information about this book and where to buy it, as well as information about a series of talks I'll give on themes from the book, check out: https://pmaurin.org/2024/11/02/the-gap-in-gods-country-themes-discussion-with-laurie-johnson-coming-up/ … More Starting Monday Nov. 18: Gap in God’s Country Sessions–Sign up on Eventbrite or Patreon

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Hillbilly Elegy Bookclub Finale: How to Read Books...

Political Philosophy ·

2024/11/09

In the context of wrapping up JD Vance's Hillbilly Elegy book club, Laurie talks about how she reads books without getting angry, even if she's not too happy with the authors. … More Hillbilly Elegy Bookclub Finale: How to Read Books Without Getting Angry

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