Welcome to The Eudo Podcast! Join Courtney McLean and Paul Gould as they discuss human flourishing in a disenchanted world. Combining insightful analysis of theology, philosophy, and culture with entertaining discussion, Courtney and Paul hope to connect the deep longings of the human heart—for truth, goodness, beauty, justice, love, and happiness—to Jesus and the gospel. We hope to show that Christianity is both true to the way the world is and true to the way the world ought to be. Whether ...
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Episode 7.12: Interview with Dr. Jeff Myers, President of Summit Ministries
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In this episode, Paul interviews Dr. Jeff Myers, president of Summit Ministries, our season 7 sponsor. Be sure to like us on Itunes and subscribe to our show.By Paul M. Gould & Courtney Gray
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In this episode, Courtney and Paul explore the nature of race and the question of whether we'll have racial identities in the afterlife. Be sure to like us on Itunes and subscribe to our show!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney Gray
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Episode 7.10: On the Metaphysics of Gender
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In this episode, Courtney and Paul explore six ideas to help us make sense of the traditional Christian view of sex and gender. Be sure to like us on Itunes and subscribe to our show!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney Gray
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Episode 7.9: Dealing with the Future: The Question of Human Destiny
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In this episode, Courtney and Paul explore the question of human destiny. They consider a broadly naturalistic account of the future and the Christian vision of the future. Be sure to like us on Itunes and subscribe to the Eudo podcast!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney Gray
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Episode 7:8: Dealing with our Past: The Question of Human Origins
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In this episode, Courtney and Paul explore the question of human history and human origins. They canvas six models of human origins and consider issues in theology, science, and philosophy. Be sure to like us on Itunes and subscribe to our show.By Paul M. Gould & Courtney Gray
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Episode 7.7: Jesus as the Ideal Human
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In this episode, Courtney and Paul explore the idea of Jesus as a philosopher. They look at Jesus's intellect and emotions as a guide for us to follow. Be sure to like us on Itunes and subscribe to our show!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney Gray
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In this episode, Courtney and Paul explore the nature of the imagination and creativity in order to explore whether machines can create art. Be sure to subscribe to the Eudo podcast and like us on Itunes.By Paul M. Gould & Courtney Gray
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Episode 7.5: FreeWill and the Power to Shape One's Life in a Disenchanted World
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In this episode, Courtney and Paul explore the nature of free will and the relationship between freedom, morality, character and reasons for acting. Be sure to subscribe to our podcast and like us on Itunes!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney Gray
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Episode 7.4 Human Knowledge and the Quandary of Faith
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In this episode, Courtney and Paul explore the nature and value of knowledge and faith and discuss how Christianity is a knowledge tradition. They also explore what it means to live a philosophical way of life as a Christian. Be sure to subscribe to the show and like the Eudo Podcast on Itunes!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney Gray
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Episode 7.3: Are we Bodies, Souls, or Bodily Souls?
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In this episode, Courtney and Paul explore the "stuff" from which we are made. They canvas the main views and argue that there is a deep unity between our soul and body. Be sure to like us on Itunes and subscribe to our show!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney Gray
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Episode 7.2: Biological, Philosophical, and Theological Humans
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In this episode, Courtney and Paul explore "what" we are and "who" we are as humans. Humans are persons, selves, and a particularized rational nature. They are part of the divine drama and belong on a chain of being. Be sure to like us and subscribe to us on Itunes!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney Gray
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Episode 7.1 Locating Humans in a Disenchanted World
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In this episode, Courtney and Paul set up the season 7 discussion. They look at two competing stories about reality and what they say about human persons. Are humans organized mud or majestic marvels? Be sure to like us on Itunes and subscribe to our show!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney Gray
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Episode 6.12 Interview with Steven Elmore, President of the C.S. Lewis Foundation
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In this episode, Paul interviews Steven Elmore, the president of the C. S. Lewis Foundation and our season six sponsor. We talk all things Lewis.By Paul M. Gould & Courtney Gray
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Episode 6.11 Belbury, Language, and the Curse of Babel
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In this episode, Courtney and Paul explore a theology of language and look at the banquet at Belbury. Be sure to like us on Itunes and subscribe to the Eudo Podcast.By Paul M. Gould & Courtney Gray
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Episode 6.10 The Ravaging of Cure Hardy and the Earth's Environmental Crisis
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In this episode, Courtney and Paul explore a theology and philosophy of nature and how it relates to our treatment of the environment. Be sure to subscribe to the Eudo Podcast and like us on Itunes.By Paul M. Gould & Courtney Gray
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Episode 6.9 That Hideous Strength and Men without Chests
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In this episode, Courtney and Paul begin their discussion of That Hideous Strength, looking at Lewis's warning about subjectivism. Be sure to like us on Itunes and subscribe to the Eudo Podcast.By Paul M. Gould & Courtney Gray
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In this episode, Courtney and Paul explore three ways that the fall has resulted in real loss. Be sure to like us on Itunes and subscribe to the Eudo Podcast.By Paul M. Gould & Courtney Gray
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Episode 6.7 Stepping into the Alongside with the Green Lady
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In this episode, Courtney and Paul explore the relationship between knowledge and enjoyment and Lewis's essay "Meditations in a Toolshed." Be sure to subscribe to the Eudo Podcast and like us on Itunes!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney Gray
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Episode 6.6 Mission and Calling to Perelandra and Back Again
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In this episode, Courtney and Paul explore the idea of calling and mission through the story of Perelandra. Be sure to subscribe to the Eudo Podcast and like us on Itunes!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney Gray
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Episode 6.5 Unfallen and Fallen Creatures and the Question of Multiple Incarnations
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In this episode, Courtney and Paul consider the question of multiple incarnations: if there are fallen intelligent creatures--must they be saved via incarnation? What would that look like? Be sure to subscribe to our show and like us on Itunes!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney Gray
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In this episode, Courtney and Paul explore the nature of sin and the fall as well as Lewis's account of why Thulcandra (the earth) is the silent planet. Be sure to subscribe to the Eudo Podcast and like us on Itunes!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney Gray
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Episode 6.3 Malacandra and the Question of Extraterrestrial Intelligent Life
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In this episode, Courtney and Paul explore the question of extraterrestrial intelligent life. Do ETI exist? What would that mean for faith? Be sure to subscribe to the Eudo Podcast and like us on Itunes!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney Gray
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Episode 6.2: The Kidnapping of Ransom Into Deep Heaven
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In this episode, Courtney and Paul begin their discussion of the Ransom Trilogy, starting with Out of the Silent Planet. They take a look at Lewis's view on heaven and space. Be sure to subscribe to our program and like us on Itunes!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney Gray
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In this episode, Courtney and Paul explore five key works by C. S. Lewis on his theology and philosophy of story, art, and the imagination. Be sure to like our show and subscribe to us on Itunes!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney Gray
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Episode 5.12: Interview with Colson Fellows National Director Michael Craven
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In this episode Paul interviews S. Michael Craven, National Director of the Colson Fellows Program. Be sure to like us on Itunes and subscribe to our show.By Paul M. Gould & Courtney McLean
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Episode 5.11: Pleasure and the Pursuit of Happiness
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Courtney and Paul explore the idea that pleasure brings happiness. Be sure to like us on Itunes and subscribe to our show!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney McLean
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Episode 5.10: Fame and the Pursuit of Happiness
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In this episode, Courtney and Paul talk about the idea that fame brings happiness. We sure to like us on Itunes and subscribe to our show!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney McLean
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Episode 5.9: Success and the Pursuit of Happiness
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In this episode, Courtney and Paul explore the idea that success brings happiness. Be sure to like us on Itunes and subscribe to our show!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney McLean
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Episode 5.8: Wealth and the Pursuit of Happiness
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In this episode, Courtney and Paul explore the idea that money makes us happy. Be sure to subscribe to our show and like us on Itunes!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney McLean
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Episode 5.7: Meaning and the Problem of Eternal Boredom
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In this episode, Courtney and Paul discuss what the afterlife might be like. Be sure to like us on Itunes and subscribe to our show!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney McLean
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Episode 5.6: Meaning and the Problem of Death
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In this episode, Courtney and Paul explore the connection between death, meaning, and futility. Be sure to like us on Itunes and subscribe to our show!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney McLean
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Episode 5.5: The Existential Argument for God
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In this episode, Courtney and Paul explore the Existential Argument for God and consider the role of emotions. Be sure to subscribe to our show and like us on Itunes!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney McLean
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Episode 5.4: Seeking Fit Between World and Desire
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In this episode, Courtney and Paul explore four possible stories of the world and consider which fits best with the deep desires of the heart. Be sure to like us on Itunes and subscribe to our Podcast!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney McLean
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In this episode, Courtney and Paul continue to explore the meaning of "meaning." They look at the idea of meaning as cosmic significance and as sense-making. Be sure to like us on Itunes and subscribe to our show!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney McLean
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In this episode, Courtney and Paul explore the meaning of "meaning" by unpacking three closely related concepts: purpose, value, and intelligibility. Subscribe to our show and like us on Itunes!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney McLean
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Episode 5.1: The Search for Meaning in a Disenchanted World
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In this episode, Courtney and Paul explore the human quest to find our place in the universe. Be sure to like us on Itunes and subscribe to our show!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney McLean
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Episode 4.12: Interview with Anselm Society's Brian Brown
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In this episode, Dr. Paul Gould interviews Brian Brown, the executive director of our season four sponsor, the Anselm Society. Be sure to subscribe to the Eudo Podcast and like us on Itunes!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney McLean
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Episode 4.11: Art, Creativity, and the Divine Drama
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In this episode, Courtney and Paul revisit the topic of art and beauty, this time, from the perspective of living in a sacramental universe. They end with a discussion of Andrew Peterson's book Adorning the Dark. Be sure to subscribe to our show and like us on Itunes!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney McLean
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Episode 4.10: Love, Sex, and Marriage in a Sacramental Universe
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In this episode, Courtney and Paul discuss the culture's views on love, sex, and marriage and contrast them with traditional Christian views. Be sure to subscribe to the Eudo Podcast and like us on Itunes!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney McLean
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Episode 4.9: Work and Play in a Sacramental Universe
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In this episode Courtney and Paul explore a theology of work and play. Be sure to subscribe to us and like us on Itune!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney McLean
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In this episode Courtney and Paul discuss how to find the extraordinary in the ordinary. Be sure to subscribe to us and like us on Itunes!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney McLean
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Episode 4.7: On Human Uniqueness and Significance
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In this episode Courtney and Paul consider human uniqueness and significance. We sure to like us and follow us on Itunes!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney McLean
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In this episode Courtney and Paul explore the wonder and diversity of life on Earth. Be sure to subscribe to us and like us on Itunes!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney McLean
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In this episode Courtney and Paul discuss what it means to say the universe is a sacramental universe. Be sure to subscribe to us and like us on Itunes!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney McLean
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In this episode Courtney and Paul discuss the ancient view of the cosmos, what C. S. Lewis called the discarded image. Be sure to subscribe to us and like us on Itunes!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney McLean
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In this episode Courtney and Paul explore the Christian doctrine of creation out of nothing and consider its ethical implications for our posture toward the world. Be sure to subscribe to the Eudo Podcast and like us on Itunes!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney McLean
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Episode 4.2: Learning to Delight in God's World
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In this episode, Courtney and Paul explore the role of emotions in perceiving the value of the world. They also discuss C. S. Lewis's book the Abolition of Man. Be sure to subscribe to the Eudo Podcast and like us on Itunes.By Paul M. Gould & Courtney McLean
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In this episode Courtney and Paul explore the connection between wonder and seeing and delighting in the world. Be sure to like us and subscribe to us on Itunes!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney Mclean
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Episode 3.12: Interview with Holly Ordway on the imagination
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In this final episode of Eudo Season 3, Paul interviews Holly Ordway on the imagination, Tolkien, art, and apologetics. Be sure to subscribe to us on Itunes. Stay tuned for season 4!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney McLean
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Episode 3.11: Creativity, Art, and Apologetics
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In this episode, Courtney and Paul discuss five ideas about creativity, noting connections along the way to art and apologetics. Be sure to subscribe to the Eudo Podcast and like us on Itunes!By Paul M. Gould & Courtney McLean
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