Propaganda is necessary for governments, and you crave it. So says Jacques Ellul in chapter 3 of "Propaganda: The Formation of Men's Attitudes." Aside from the objective necessity of Propaganda to the modern state, Ellul's hatred of the psychology of cities, and some struggle sessioning as to the hosts psychological triggers, the boys find some time to rant about DC's 12 seasons, passport bureaucrats, and street tacos portion size. Have a listen!

(Free online text: https://theanarchistlibrary.org/library/jacques-ellul-propaganda)

425 The Problem with..."Street Tacos and Propaganda, Part 4"

This lecture discusses key ideas from the 18th century philosopher Immanuel Kant's work, The Prolegomena to Any Future Metaphysics.

Specifically it focuses on his discussion in the Third Part Of The Transcendental Problem: How is metaphysics in general possible? Specifically this bears upon the third and fourth of the antinomies Kant discusses in that section, which he calls "dynamical" antinomies

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Immanuel Kant, Prolegomena - The Dynamic Antinomies - Sadler's Lectures

This lecture discusses the medieval Christian thinker, monk, and bishop, Anselm of Canterbury's work, the Proslogion, and focuses on his discussion in chapters 3 and 4 of the being of God, which Anselm has argued in chapter 2 can be demonstrated , beginning from the formula "that that which nothing greater can be thought" (quo maius cogitari non potest). In chapter 3, Anselm further argues that God cannot be thought not to exist, which then raises a question about how the Biblical Fool is able to say in his heart that there is no God. This is resolved in chapter 4, where Anselm makes a distinction between two modes of "thinking"

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Anselm Proslogion - The Ontological Argument Continued - Sadler's Lectures

In a diverse linguistic environment, is it necessary for me to become proficient in multiple languages? When should I shift from running my business out of my home to setting up a physical store? Cesar Luna, the owner of Luna Electric, ponders the importance of bilingualism in a multilingual setting and the ideal moment to transition to a brick-and-mortar location.

00:00 Introduction
01:03 Working For Dad To Greater Opportunity To Going Out On His Own
08:18 To Bilingual Or Not To Bilingual
15:35 The Visioneer Game!
21:15 When Is It The Right Time To Move Out To A Physical Storefront?
28:33 Final Thoughts: "Progress Is In The Process"
32:29 Dad Jokes / Credits

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The Necessity To Be Proficient In Multiple Languages - Ep.  #287, Cesar Luna, Luna Electric

In this episode, David Burnell reflects on two of the most powerful words we can live by: remember and necessity. Drawing from years of operational experience in military service, rescue missions, and running the Urban Warfare Center, David shares how the principle of necessity—identifying and acting on the single most important next step—can cut through chaos and bring clarity.

From high-pressure tactical training to navigating today’s noisy, overstimulated world, necessity becomes the compass that points us toward what truly matters—whether it’s political action, personal restoration, or simply drinking a glass of water. Through vivid stories and hard-earned lessons, David challenges listeners to strip away the unnecessary and focus on what will make the greatest difference, right now.


Clarity in the Chaos - Necessity Podcast

Pastor Jeff pointed us to our need for prayer. We GET to speak to the creator of the universe! We GET to listen to the voice of God! When we come to Him in prayer He moves!

The Necessity Of Prayer (Pastor Jeff)

A book appreciation club hosted by one catholic, one anglican, and one orthodox nerd. We talk about book chapters, special topics, and what we're drinking. 

Currently: 
-James Scott's Seeing Like a State (502-present)

Previously:
-Jacques Ellul's Propaganda: The Formation of Men's Attitudes (421-427, 429)
-Carl Trueman's Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self (407-410, 412-413, 415-416)
-Neil Postman's Amusing Ourselves to Death (402 and 405)
-Richard Weaver's Ideas Have Consequences (314-318) 
-Iain McGilchrist's The Master and His Emissary (213-310)
-Alasdair MacIntyre's After Virtue (101-114,116-119)

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Cinematic spoken-word reflections on war, service, and the human cost of duty—told with raw honesty and reverence.

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