Best Catholic Studies Academy Podcasts (2024)

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Political Loyalties and Catholic Faith 1:12:19

7d ago1:12:19

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In this episode of Take Every Thought Captive, Dr. Smith and Dr. Bulzacchelli discuss the meaning and history of the various political alignments, including "left" "right", "center right," etc. Once this terminology is defined the various alignmentsare evaluated in the light of Catholic theology. This episode is helpful for those Catholics (and oth…

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Catholicism and the Political Landscape 1:13:04

2M ago1:13:04

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In this episode of Take Every Thought Captive, Dr. Bulzacchelli and Dr. Smith discuss current political events from a Catholic perspective. The discussion focuses especially on presidential politics, the rule of law, the administrative state, and the politics of abortion. The conversation bypasses the usual shallow polemics and engages the deeper t…

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Pastoral Theology: Integrating Theory and Practice 1:04:51

4M ago1:04:51

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Dr. Bulzacchelli and Dr. Smith discuss "pastoral theology".Can pastoral theology be intellectually rigorous?What distinguishes "pastoral theology" from speculative theology and other subdisciplines in theology?Is there a danger of too sharply dichotomizing between these two theological projects?How does pastoral theology overlap with non-theologica…

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Tina Beattie - Language, Desire And Creation In The Context Of Laudato Si 49:09

4M ago49:09

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For March's CTRS seminar, Tina Beattie (Professor Emerita of Catholic Studies, University of Roehampton), gives a paper on Language, desire, and creation in the context of Laudato Si'.This seminar forms part of the Catholic Theology Research Seminar Series (CTRS). The CTRS is a regular forum for scholarly discussion of pertinent issues in the Catho…

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Alana Harris - Student Power In Christ The Young Christian Students, Race And Liberation Theology 51:46

4M ago51:46

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For April's CTRS seminar, we were joined by Dr Alana Harris, Reader in Modern British Social, Cultural and Gender History, King’s College London, who will give a paper entitled: ‘Student Power in Christ’: the Young Christian Students, Race Relations and Liberation Theology in Britain after 1968.This seminar forms part of the Catholic Theology Resea…

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The Spirit of Medieval Philosophy: Creative Retrieval 1:11:28

5M ago1:11:28

1:11:28

In this episode of Take Every Thought Captive, Dr. Smith and Dr. Bulzacchelli explore the unique character and ethos of medieval philosophy. The discussion focuses on distinguishing characteristics, the decline of the Roman empire, the intersection of faith and reason, and especially the enduring value of medieval philosophical thought. Join in, su…

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Mary Beth Ingham: Reading Scotus today: Franciscan foundations for a renewed Christian humanism 1:03:14

6M ago1:03:14

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Mary Beth Ingham: Reading Scotus today: Franciscan foundations for a renewed Christian humanism by Centre for Catholic StudiesBy Centre for Catholic Studies

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Margaret Carney: The Third Order Rule of 1982: Discovery, Disruption and Renewed Dedication 1:02:09

6M ago1:02:09

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Please note that the volume on this track fluctuates throughout the recording.By Centre for Catholic Studies

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Giuseppe Buffon: A rule that saves? The Capuchin response to the institutional crisis 40:16

6M ago40:16

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Giuseppe Buffon: A rule that saves? The Capuchin response to the institutional crisis by Centre for Catholic StudiesBy Centre for Catholic Studies

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Stefan Walser - So What…Religious Indifference As A Fundamental Theological Challenge 49:30

8M ago49:30

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For this CTRS seminar, we were joined by Franciscan Theologian Br Stefan Walser, who gave a paper entitled: 'So what… Religious Indifference as a Fundamental Theological Challenge'.This seminar forms part of the Catholic Theology Research Seminar Series (CTRS). The CTRS is a regular forum for scholarly discussion of pertinent issues in the Catholic…

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The Liberal Arts and the Renewal of Western Civilization 1:15:58

8M ago1:15:58

1:15:58

The Liberal Arts and the Renewal of Western CivilizationDescription:#liberalarts, #Western_civilization, #Classical_EducationHave you ever heard of the liberal arts? Maybe when you were applying for college? But you probably don't know that the liberal arts are at the heart of western civilization? In this episode of Take Every Thought Captive, Dr.…

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Ratzinger's Introduction to Christianity 1:13:12

9M ago1:13:12

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Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger was a leading churchman and one of the greatest Catholic theologians of the 20th century. In this episode of Take Every Thought Captive, Dr. Bulzacchelli leads us on a guided tour of Ratzinger's classic text, Introduction to Christianity. In this discussion, we explore the problems of presenting Christian faith in the cont…

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Marc Loustau - Studying Theology Ethnographically 29:01

9M ago29:01

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Marc Roscoe Loustau is an anthropologist and scholar of religion, specialising in studying religion and nationalism in Eastern Europe.Having spent three years in Hungary and Romania researching the history of Catholic pilgrimage, he now works at the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, Massachusetts, as Managing Editor of the Journal of Global C…

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2023: A Year in Review 1:26:45

9M ago1:26:45

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We live in interesting times --- for better or worse. Confusion and anxiety are the hallmarks of the age. In this episode, our contributors discuss and critique the key cultural, political, and philosophical developments of 2023. The discussion covers divergent views on natalism, the sexula revolution, political power, the decline of liberalism, an…

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Billy Crozier - The Quince Made Sweet: Love and Suffering in St Bonaventure's Tree of Life 44:44

10M ago44:44

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In this CTRS seminar, Billy Crozier of Durham University gives a talk on 'The Quince Made Sweet: Love and Suffering in St Bonaventure's Tree of Life'.This seminar forms part of the Catholic Theology Research Seminar Series (CTRS). The CTRS is a regular forum for scholarly discussion of pertinent issues in the Catholic traditions of theology and Chu…

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After the Vatican synod: what happens now? 21:42

11M ago21:42

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This is Episode 10 of The Church's Radical Reform, the second podcast series on synodality. The series is presented by Christopher Lamb. Christopher is the Vatican Correspondent for The Tablet and is a doctoral researcher in synodality at the Centre for Catholic Studies, Durham University. The series is sponsored by the Centre for Catholic Studies …

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Richardson Lecture 2023 - Fr Hans Boersma 53:54

11M ago53:54

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The Centre for Catholic Studies and the Michael Ramsey Centre for Anglican Studies welcomed Fr Hans Boersma to give the Richardson Lecture for 2023, with a talk entitled "Creation as Love".Fr. Hans Boersma holds the St. Benedict Servants of Christ Chair in Ascetical Theology at Nashotah House Theological Seminary in Wisconsin.His latest book is ent…

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A conversation with the “spiritual father” of the synod 22:00

12M ago22:00

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A conversation with the “spiritual father” of the synod: Fr Timothy Radcliffe The reflections of Fr Timothy Radcliffe have been one of the highlights of the October 2023 synod assembly in the Vatican. The English Dominican friar led the synod participants on a retreat before the synod gathering and offered wise reflections and spiritual guidance. S…

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Thomas Weinandy - Does God Suffer? 41:57

1y ago41:57

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In this Catholic Theology Research Seminar on the 11th October 2023, Thomas Weinandy gives a talk on 'Does God Suffer?'.By Centre for Catholic Studies

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How does the new Synod process work? 26:18

1y ago26:18

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How does the new synod process work? An interview with Austen IvereighThe October 2023 synod assembly in the Vatican is adopting a very different process to the one used by previous gatherings, which is demonstrated by the arrangement of round tables in the Pope Paul VI audience hall. The sight of bishops and cardinals seated around tables with lay…

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The Synod and Christian Unity 38:38

1y ago38:38

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First Anglican to be appointed prior of Taizé talks about the synod and Christian unityThe synod process has the potential to bring about greater unity among Christians, the incoming leader of Taizé has said ahead of ecumenical prayer vigil ahead of the synod meeting in Rome. Brother Matthew (Andrew Thorpe) is the first Anglican to be appointed Pri…

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Marriage, Annulments, and Tribunals 1:16:44

1y ago1:16:44

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Dr. Bulzacchelli speaks with canonist Tyler Ross about the matrimony in the Catholic Church today from the perspective of canon law. Topics include:AnnulmentMixed marriagesImpediments and Defects in attempted marriagesBy Jason Gale

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Synodal Review and Papal Leadership 28:31

1y ago28:31

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Pentecostal church minister speaks about synodal renewal and why Pope Francis is a leader to charismatic ChristiansThe synod process in the Catholic Church is attracting interest from other Christian denominations, including from unexpected quarters. In this episode, I interviewed Neil Hudson, a Pentecostal pastor for 30 years. He is a senior leade…

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The Decline Continues: After Post-Modernism 1:14:20

1y ago1:14:20

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Are you confused and frustrated by current cultural trends? You are in good company. America and Europe are experiencing an unprecedented period of self-destruction. What is going on!? This episode is wide-ranging romp through the philosophical flotsam of our current cultural crisis. And we are featuring a new guest: Mr. Whit Smith --- entrepreneur…

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Jacob Phillips - Criticising Newman's 'Apologia' 51:33

1y ago51:33

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In this CTRS seminar, Dr Jacob Phillips of St Mary's University, gives a talk titled Criticising Newman's 'Apologia'.By Centre for Catholic Studies

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Against Reductionism 1:03:54

1y ago1:03:54

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Famously Aristotle claims that being ("reality") is primarily said of substance and claims that substance is the basic, foundational, unity of reality. In this episode of Take Every Thought Captive, Dr. Smith and Mr. Grossheim (Ph.D. student in Philosophy) explain how substance is discovered through a methodical analysis of change, which culminates…

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Church Governance and Synodal "Revolution" 32:00

1y ago32:00

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The Archbishop of Liverpool, Malcolm McMahon, took charge of the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle following the resignation of Bishop Robert Byrne who stepped down due to serious failures of leadership in child protection. In this podcast, the archbishop speaks for the first time about the problems in the diocese, the changes he has sought to introd…

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How God Rules over Politics: The Hierarchy of Law According to Saint Thomas Aquinas 53:54

1+ y ago53:54

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In this episode of Take Every Thought Captive, Dr. Smith explores the connection between God and politics in the thought of Thomas Aquinas. Specifically, Smith explains the hierarchical connect of God to natural law and law to God. This connection lays the basis for a naturalistic, theistic politics that is also consistent with divine law. If you a…

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Tia Noelle Pratt: Anti-racism and the Catholic Church 55:09

1+ y ago55:09

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In this online CTRS seminar, Tia Noelle Pratt, Assistance Vice-President for Mission Engagement and Strategic Engagements at Villaonva University, gives a presentation on "Do the Work: Anti-racism and the Catholic Church".Please note that there is no Q&A session included at the end of this recording.Photo of Tia Noelle Pratt by Allen Harris.…

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Greg Hillis: Opposing the "Heresy of Individualism" 46:26

1+ y ago46:26

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In this CTRS seminar, Professor Greg Hillis of Bellarmine University talks about 'Opposing the “Heresy of Individualism”: Thomas Merton and Interreligious Dialogue'.By Centre for Catholic Studies

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Chris Insole - Pantheism: A Word for the World 46:13

1+ y ago46:13

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In this CTRS seminar, Professor Chris Insole of the University of Durham, speaks about 'Pantheism: A Word for the World'.By Centre for Catholic Studies

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Nicholas Lombardo - The Grammar of Divinity 47:40

1+ y ago47:40

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In this CTRS lunchtime research seminar, Professor Nicholas Lombardo OP of the Catholic University of America, gives a talk on 'The Grammar of Divinity: A genealogy of confused thinking about the divine essence in Western Trinitarian Theology'.By Centre for Catholic Studies

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Reform from the Grassroots Upwards 28:56

1+ y ago28:56

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Professor Myriam Wijlens is a theologian and church lawyer who is playing a pivotal role in advising the global synod process. She understands church reform: how it happens, what is possible, and what isn’t possible and was one of the first women called to be involved in the synod organising committee.In this episode, she takes me through what has …

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Just What is Catholic Intellectual Tradition? 1:10:48

1+ y ago1:10:48

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Catholics rightly hold out their own Catholic Intellectual Tradition as an alternative to contemporary errors and aberrations. But just what is the Catholic Intellectual Tradition? What distinguishes it as a specific way of thinking about the world and man? Does it consistent primarily in learning a particular content, or is it a method? Dr. Bulzac…

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Teilhard Seminar 2023 - Dr Carmody Grey - Life in the Human and Nonhuman 1:01:55

1+ y ago1:01:55

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In our annual Teilhard seminar, Dr Carmody Grey explores ‘Life’ in the Human and the Nonhuman: Theology and Phenomenology.LinksTranscript: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/ixaskp4ll4oxbvsd8105z/Teilhard-Lecture-Carmody-Grey-26th-May-2023.docx?dl=0&rlkey=cjfpipiiiqhjjgvm90se7uvowSlides: https://www.dropbox.com/s/tfcgjkqj1l9q8hv/Plessner%20and%20Schele…

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The Synod and Female Leaders 28:38

1+ y ago28:38

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This is Season 2, Episode 3 of The Church's Radical Reform, a podcast on the synodal movement presented by Christopher Lamb. Christopher is Vatican Correspondent for The Tablet and a PhD student at the Centre for Catholic Studies at Durham University. The podcast is sponsored by the Centre for Catholic Studies and The Tablet.The synod discussions, …

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Leadership in Uncertain Times 28:56

1+ y ago28:56

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Credible leadership is a critical feature of the synodal journey with Catholics across the globe calling for lay women and men to be more involved in decision-making. The synod is pointing to a renewed model, away from the top-down, command and-control style of the past to one which includes diverse voices and charisms in forging the future mission…

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The Church in the Age of Dionysius: Challenges Facing the Church 1:11:20

1+ y ago1:11:20

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Many Catholics feel like they are constantly under siege from a hostile culture. We seem to lurch from one crisis or controversy to another. Even worse, local churches seem to be in permanent decline. What are the intellectual, cultural, and spiritual reasons for the current state of the church? How should we respond? Dr. Bulzacchelli and Dr. Smith…

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Gareth Rowe: Climate, Covid, Conflict - Can Catholic Social Teaching show us the way? 38:46

1+ y ago38:46

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Climate, Covid, Conflict: Can Catholic Social Teaching show us the way through the storm?By Centre for Catholic Studies

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Globalism, Nationalism, and Catholicism 1:16:08

1+ y ago1:16:08

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In this episode of Take Every Thought Captive, Dr. Bulzacchelli leads a discussion on the intersection of globalism, nationalism, and Catholic faith. This conversation was occasioned by Pope Francis's recent remarks on the subject. His Holiness suggested that Catholics should affirm both roots and bridges. What should Catholics do to affirm nationa…

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The Authoritarian Option: Rethinking the Limits of Political Theory 1:00:06

1+ y ago1:00:06

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In modern political discourse, authoritarianism is often denounced but rarely defined or understood. In this exploratory discussion, Dr. Smith and Dr. Bulzacchelli consider the meaning and possible legitimacy of authoritarianism. The discussion focuses on ideas taken from Plato, including the paradoxical claim that doing whatever you feel like is n…

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A Listening Church? 34:54

1+ y ago34:54

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This is Season 2, Episode 1 of The Church's Radical Reform, a podcast on the synodal movement presented by Christopher Lamb. Christopher is Vatican Correspondent for The Tablet and a PhD student at the Centre for Catholic Studies at Durham University. The podcast is sponsored by the Centre for Catholic Studies and The Tablet.In this episode, we hea…

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America in Decline 1:19:01

1+ y ago1:19:01

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A recent study published by the Wall Street Journal and the University of Chicago found that traditional American values are in steep decline. Specifically, Americans were found to value patriotism, children, and religion to a far lesser degree than previous generations. In fact, the only value that has increased is the putative importance of money…

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Greed and the Love of Money 1:12:35

1+ y ago1:12:35

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In this episode of Take Every Thought Captive, Dr. Bulzacchelli interviews Dr. Smith about his recent edition of Logosletter entitled, "Should we Desire Riches: The Forgotten Vice of Greed." This is a wide-ranging and detailed discussion that covers the meaning of ownership, the foundations of private property, and the spiritual effects of a disord…

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Engaging the Chosen: Images, the Bible, and Discernment 1:18:38

1+ y ago1:18:38

1:18:38

This week, Dr. Smith interviews special guest, Joan Watson, about the Chosen. In recent years, Joan has become a well known speaker and writer and much of her work directly interacts with the smash tv series The Chosen. If you want to engage the Chosen from a Catholic and Biblical perspective, you are going to love this episode. We discuss criticis…

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Synodality: Polarisation or Creative Tension? 1:15:37

1+ y ago1:15:37

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Polarisation presents one of the biggest challenges to the unity of the Church, which is far from immune to the political divisions that have become writ large across our political culture. Cardinal Raniero Cantalamessa, the preacher to the papal household, has pointed out that fraternity among Catholics has been “wounded” by “political options tha…

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God, Conservatives ,and Higher Education: The Conservative Case for Higher Education 36:09

1+ y ago36:09

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Why do conservatives revile higher education? Is there any way for conservatives and higher education to reconcile? In this episode of Take Every Thought Captive, Dr. Smith addresses the open hostility between conservatives and higher education. He discusses conservative anti-intellectual attitudes, the "woke left," and the nature of higher educati…

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The Meaning and Morality of Economics: Aristotelian and Modern Perspectives 1:15:45

2y ago1:15:45

1:15:45

In this episode of Take Every Thought Captive, Dr. Smith interviews special guest Mr. Phillip Berns, ABD graduate student at the Center for Thomistic Studies. Mr. Berns' research focuses on the intersection of economics and Aristotelian philosophy. This is a serious exploration of the nature of economics, the scientific character of economic theory…

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Encountering Christ in Advent and Christmas 1:00:01

2y ago1:00:01

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In this episode of Take Every Thought Captive, Dr. Bulzacchelli explores the historical origins and major theological themes of Advent and Christmas. The discussion centers on the development of the liturgy and the ways in which these liturgical seasons help us to encounter Christ. The discussion concludes with suggestions for better ways to celebr…

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Suzanna Ivanič: Iconoclasm at Christmas: Catholic Visual Culture in the Heart of Europe, c. 1600 41:21

2y ago41:21

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Dr Suzanna Ivanič speaks on the topic of "Iconoclasm at Christmas: Catholic Visual Culture in the Heart of Europe, c. 1600" for the Ushaw Lecture Series.By Centre for Catholic Studies

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