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Ideas Matter

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by Louis Devine and Alex B.

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32 episodes

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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

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Recent Episodes

December 6, 2025

What Post-Liberals Get Right (and Wrong) About Liberalism

What is post-liberalism, that strange ideology which unites figures as disparate as J.D. Vance, Patrick Deneen, Maurice Glasman, and Adrian Vermeule? Political theorist Paul Kelly joins Ideas Matter to help make sense of post-liberalism, as well as expose some of its internal contradictions. <a href='https://www.lse.ac.uk/government/people/academic-staff/paul-kelly/home'>Paul Kelly</a> is a political theorist at the London School of Economics, and author of several books - including his most recent publication: Against Post-Liberalism (2025) published by Polity Press. You can follow Paul Kelly on Bluesky at <a href='https://bsky.app/profile/pjthinker.bsky.social'>@pjthinker.bsky.social</a> Follow the show on Instagram <a href='https://www.instagram.com/ideasmatterpod/'>@ideasmatterpod</a>Follow the host, Louis Devine, on Bluesky <a href='https://bsky.app/profile/louissdevine.bsky.social'>@louissdevine</a>Reach out via email: ideasmatterpod@gmail.com

September 28, 2025

Chinese Cosmopolitanism | An Interview with Shuchen Xiang

The Western world has had a catastrophic experience with difference. Colonialism, racism and imperialism are all uniquely Western phenomena, at least according to today's guest, Professor Shuchen Xiang. China, conversely, has an alternative history - one that embraces and assimilates difference. This is China's cosmopolitan tradition. Shuchen Xiang is Mount Hua Professor of Philosophy at Xidian University, China. I interviewed her about her latest book, Chinese Cosmopolitanism: The History and Philosophy of an Idea (2023) published by Princeton University Press. If you enjoy listening to the show, don't forget to give us a rating. You can contact the show via email, at ideasmatterpod@gmail.com, or follow the host on <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/louissdevine.bsky.social" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Bluesky</a> (@louissdevine) or <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ideasmatterpod/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Instagram</a> (@ideasmatterpod).

June 20, 2025

A History of Trade Unionism in Australia, feat. Dr Liam Byrne

Historian Dr. Liam Byrne discusses the history of Australian trade unionism, exploring its values, responses to neoliberalism, and unique industrial relations framework in an interview with host Louis Devine.

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What is Ideas Matter?: 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
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates bi-weekly.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 9 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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