<p>This lecture was given on April 27th, 2023, at Saint Louis University.
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Speaker Bio:
Joshua Hochschild is Professor of Philosophy and Director of Philosophy, Politics and Economics at Mount St. Mary’s University, where he also served six years as th ... Show More
Jun 12
Nagasaki Prays, Hiroshima Rages: God's Providence and Narratives of Suffering – Prof. James Nolan
Prof. James Nolan argues that Nagasaki’s prayerful response to the atomic bomb can only be understood through the city’s long Christian history, especially the witness of the hidden Christians and Takashi Nagai.This lecture was given on January 29th, 2026, at Florida State Univer ... Show More
51m 14s
Jun 11
What is Catholic Social Teaching? – Fr. Brad Elliott, O.P.
Fr. Brad Elliott argues that it is really a theological vision of the human person as a social being ordered to God through family, polity, and Church, showing how the common good, friendship, and the distinct missions of these three societies shape both public life and spiritual ... Show More
1h 1m
Jun 10
Mercy and Justice in Political Life: Augustine, Seneca, and Nussbaum – Prof. Sarah Byers
This lecture was given on January 23rd, 2026, at University of Toronto.To make a gift this June, visit https://truth.thomisticinstitute.org/pod.About the Speaker:Sarah Byers is Associate Professor of Philosophy at Boston College. Her interests include St. Augustine, Hellenistic p ... Show More
1h 6m
Apr 2024
Ibn Sina (Avicenna) - The Greatest Muslim Philosopher?
<p>Dive into the timeless wisdom of Ibn Sina, also known as Avicenna, and his philosophy. Explore the profound teachings and contributions of this influential Islamic philosopher, physician, and polymath. From his groundbreaking philosophical works to his advancements in medicine ... Show More
1h 17m
Dec 2023
What is the Gospel of Philip?
<p>In this episode, we explore the fascinating spiritual and philosophical teachings of the non-canonical Gospel of Philip. Often termed a "gnostic" text, this incredible ancient document contains some truly interesting ideas, and a very controversial and famous account of Jesus ... Show More
28m 6s
Jan 2024
Mysticism in Ancient Greece?
<p>Delve into the enigmatic practices, sacred rituals, and esoteric beliefs that shaped the spiritual & philosophical landscape of the ancient Hellenic world. From the Eleusinian Mysteries to the Oracle at Delphi, Pythagoreans and the writings of Plato, join us as we unravel ... Show More
45m 27s
Nov 2023
#45 Graham Oppy - Atheism Requires Justification Too
<p>Graham Oppy is Professor of Philosophy and Associate Dean of Research at Monash University, CEO of the Australasian Association of Philosophy, Chief Editor of the Australasian Philosophical Review, Associate Editor of the Australasian Journal of Philosophy, and serves on the e ... Show More
1h 17m
Sep 2023
Lost Ancient Wisdom, Consciousness, Carl Jung & Plato | Bruce MacLennan, PhD | Mind Meld 361
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Dr. Bruce MacLennan enters the mind meld!
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In this brain-melting transmission, we talk consciousness, the link between Carl Jung and hidden ancient wisdom, platonism, why the platonic realm of f ... Show More
2h 31m
<p>Ryan speaks with Paul Woodruff about his book <a href="https://geni.us/KWb7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>The Ajax Dilemma: Justice, Fairness, and Rewards</em></a>, the ancient purpose of justice, reflections on a lifetime of studying philosophy, what serving ... Show More
<p>Friends, in today's episode of "The Word on Fire Show," we share Lecture 1 from Peter Kreeft's new 12-part video series on <a href="https://wordonfire.org/philosophy" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">"Socrates' Children: The Great Debates of Philosophy."</a> In this l ... Show More
