This is an interview-based podcast allowing the host to explore different world viewpoints. Centering on political and religious thought, this podcast is meant for listeners who are truly seeking truth.
In this interview, I sit down with Theodore "Teddy" Schneiderman on what it means to be Jewish, and what the Jewish people teach about the meaning of life, the character of Jesus, and the significance of a religious identity. Schneiderman is a Junior at the George Washington University studying Political Science and Judaic Studies. Originally hailing from the suburbs of Los Angeles, Teddy has been involved in Jewish life for as long as he can remember. Schneiderman is the President and form...
24 Nov 2025
Why do you practice Hinduism? (An interview with Aarushi Garg)
Hannah Douglas sits down with Aarushi Garg for a thoughtful conversation exploring the many dimensions of Hinduism. From the beliefs that ground her faith to its deities, core texts, and central tenets, Aarushi walks listeners through both the sociological and the spiritual aspects of Hindu practice. A practicing Hindu, Aarushi lived in India for 10 years before moving to the United States. She is now a third-year student at UT Austin with a deep commitment to civic engagement, public service...
10 Nov 2025
Why Patriotism is Progressivism (An Interview with William He, Founder and CEO of Dream For America)
William He is a freshman majoring in Government and a Jefferson Scholar at the University of Texas at Austin. At 16-years-old, William became the Founder & CEO of Dream for America, a national youth movement dedicated to identifying, educating, & empowering students to promote liberal values. Powered by 19,000 grassroots donors, a 1,500 person volunteer network spanning all 50 states, and a social media presence with over 750,000 followers and nearly a billion impressions -- Dre...
27 Oct 2025
What is the correlation between a Zionist and Jewish identity? (An interview with Barri Seitz)
This week, Hannah interviews Barri Seitz, a UT student who is heavily involved with the Zionist movement. Barri has served as the Chair of Jewish National Fund’s High School and College Summits at national conventions, as well as the Co-Chair of Texas Hillel’s Israel Block Party. She co-founded Longhorn Students for Israel at UT Austin and has firsthand experience fighting Antisemitism and Anti-Zionism on- and off- campuses.
13 Oct 2025
Pursuing Peace, A Palestinian American on the War in Gaza (An interview with Jadd Hashem
We're joined by Jadd Hashem, a Palestinian-American student at UT Austin and Vice President of Atidna International- a grassroots initiative uniting Palestinians, Arabs, Jews, and Israelis as one family: cousins, not enemies. Founded at UT in 2022, Atidna has already grown to 15+ chapters nationwide, creating spaces for dialogue and peace events across communities. Tune in to hear Jadd's story, his work building bridges, and what's next for Atidna.
29 Sept 2025
What role should women play in the political sphere? (An interview with Nina Raich)
Raised under the influence of generations of strong Serbian women, Nina, a first-generation American, is emerging as a rising political leader in Texas. In this episode, she reflects on balancing cultural expectations with women’s natural instincts and tendencies and shares her perspective on the vital role women can play in shaping modern politics.
9 Sept 2025
The University: A Place for the Cultivation of Souls? What does it look like to be a Christian Philosopher at a secular school?
In this episode of Why Do You Believe THAT?, I sit down with Zach Lacy, a Christian philosophy student at the University of Texas at Austin. We talk about how studying the great philosophers led him back to deism and ultimately to Christianity, and what it’s like to defend his faith in the classroom. Our conversation also explores the decline of the liberal arts in America’s capitalistic education system—and how this loss affects both the mind and the soul.
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