Philosophical Rambler is a publication at the frontier of culture promoting traditionalism through the humanities. Founded January 1st, 2021 by Collin Cooper, the publication has since impacted over six million people independently through its work, and nearly eight million with its members. Our essays have been viewed by people in over 100+ countries. Our contributors have been featured by the The New York Times, The Matt Walsh Show, The American Reformer, The Claremont Institute, The Federalist, and countless other publications.

  1. Publish content advocating for traditionalism in the 21st century through the humanities.
  2. Provide a platform for likeminded traditionalist writers, artists, and intellectuals to freely pursue all that is beautiful and true.
  3. Advocate for the Euro-American intellectual tradition while defending traditional Christianity.
  4. Bring attention to inspiring literature, memorable music, beautiful artwork, stunning architecture, and most importantly, God.

Collin Cooper – Founder

Collin Cooper is a philosopher, bestselling author, and the founder of Philosophical Rambler. He splits his time between Carmel, Indiana and St Andrews, Scotland. You can read more about him here.

T.J. Johnson

T.J. Johnson is an English writer prominent in philosophical debates and thinking. He is the Senior Editor of Philosophical Rambler. Further, he is the author of Recognition in Modern Media He is based in Leicestershire, England. You can find him here.

Stavros First

Stavros First

Stavros First is a Composer, Musician, and Producer based in Boston, MA. He is currently studying film scoring at Berklee. His music has won many awards, including the Evangelyna Etienne Award through the Handel and Haydn Society, and his compositions have been performed by some of the most preeminent ensembles in the country. Stavros’ interests include the arts, computer science, and philosophy.

George Stanley

George Stanley

George Stanley is the author of The Tree Of Life Mysteries: The Black Cube. He is based in London, England. You can find him here.

Felipe Dinis

Felipe elaborates on the spiritual problems of modernity, focusing on the ‘sacred’ being paramount beyond the contemporary myths of materialism/scientism. He is studying for an MA in Theology and has previously concentrated on psychology, Jungian thought, and the self-help world. He has a postgraduate diploma in Neuroscience from King’s College and a Psychodynamic certificate after a year-long practical study in a counseling foundation. He is based in London, England. You can find him here.

Sam Mindenhall

Sam is a staunch monarchist and an English historian, currently completing a degree in Ancient History and Classical Archeology. While specializing in royal and aristocratic history, he also takes an interest in the narrative
of English history. S. M. also has a deep appreciation and interest in Philosophy and Theology. He is based in Bristol, England.

Sam Tallen

Samuel Tallen is a student at Franciscan University of Steubenville where he studies Catholic Theology. He enjoys writing about theology, philosophy and apologetics. He is based in Steubenville, Ohio.

Carys Hedley

Carys is a member of PR who enjoys writing about society and psychology. She earned her bachelor’s in marketing from the University of Southhampton. She is based in London, England. You can find her work on PR here.

Robert Penzone III

Robert is currently studying Pre-Law at Liberty University. He is an Eagle Scout as well as a Washington Crossing Foundation Scholar. He has a love for American History and American Government as well as an appreciation for American Architecture. He is also a pianist and an organist. Robert resides in the Pennsylvania Wilderness.

A.M. Hickman

A.M. is, in his own words, an Adriondacker, boondock geographer, and incorrigible vagabond. He is a full-time writer and traveler who can often be found roaming around New York state. You can find him on his X and Substack.

Mason Phillips

Mason is an undergraduate student at Indiana University studying Entrepreneurship and Corporate Innovation, Business Analytics, Professional Sales, and Psychology. He loves writing about classic literature, philosophy, theology, and apologetics. He is based in Bloomington, Indiana.

G. Connor Salter

G. Connor Salter has contributed over 1,400 articles to various publications, from award-winning journalism to peer-reviewed academic essays. Among other places, his work has appeared in the Journal of Inklings StudiesChrist & Pop Culture, and An Unexpected Journal. He is pursuing a masters degree in analytical theology at the University of St Andrews where he resides.

Lee Trepanier

Professor Lee Trepanier

Dr. Lee Trepanier is the Dean of D’Amour College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Assumption University in Massachusetts.. He is the Associate Editor at Law & Liberty. Further, he is also the Editor of the Lexington Books series Politics, Literature, and Film. You can find him here.

Brian Smith

Dr. Brian A. Smith

Brian A. Smith is the Senior Program Officer at the Liberty Fund and a Contributing Editor at Law & Liberty. He is the author of Walker Percy and the Politics of the Wayfarer. Before joining Liberty Fund, he taught politics and great books at Montclair State University. He is based in Carmel, Indiana. You can find him here.

Dr. Steven DeLay

Dr. Steven DeLay is a writer and philosopher living in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. An Old Member of Christ Church, Oxford, he is the author of six different books in the realm of philosophy and theology. You can find him here.

Joshua Abbotoy

Josh Abbotoy is a Managing Director at New Founding. A private equity lawyer by background, he earned his B.A. (History) from Union University and an M.A. (Medieval and Byzantine Studies) from the Catholic University of America before earning his J.D. at Harvard Law School. His writing has appeared in American Reformer, the American Mind and the Federalist, among other places. Josh lives with wife and four children in the Dallas, Texas area.

Oliver Bridges

Oliver Bridges

Oliver Bridges is an English filmmaker and writer based out of Liverpool. Across both mediums, he enjoys exploring societal structure, as well as absurdism and theology. He is currently pursuing his Masters Degree in Philosophy and Film at the University of Edinburgh. He is based in Manchester, England.

George Stanley

Aidan Hart

Aidan Hart has been a full-time liturgical artist for over thirty-five years. His passion is to create works and church interiors that reflect something of the beauty of life in Christ, and help people experience that union of heaven and earth that is the ultimate purpose of liturgical art. He has works in over twenty-five countries of the world. He also lectures, teaches and writes. He resides in England. You can find him here.

Dr. Simon Glenndinning

Professor Simon Glenndinning

Dr. Simon Glendinning is the Professor of European Philosophy and Head of Department in the European Institute at the London School of Economics and Political Science. You can find him here.

Zach Azinger

Zach Azinger enjoys writing about religion, philosophy, culture, and politics. He currently serves as an infantryman in the United States Army. He is based in upstate New York.

Michael Thomas

Michael Thomas

Michael Thomas is a cider maker, shepherd, home builder, and the Founder of The Catholic Land Movement. He lives in upstate New York with his wife and children. You can find him here.

Nathan Draper

Nathan Draper

Nathan Draper is a past contributor for PR. He enjoys writing about nihilism, existentialism, and applied philosophy. He is based in Washington state.

Justin Egliskis

Justin Egliskis is a writer and podcaster. He is a past contributor of Philosophical Rambler. He is based in Torrington, Connecticut. You can find him here.

Rogerio Marques Philosophical Rambler

Rogério Marques

Rogério Marques is a past contributor for PR. He was the first contributor to Philosophical Rambler after Collin. His interest is in ancient philosophy and how we can apply it to our daily life. He is based in Coimbra, Portugal. You can find him here