First Things Podcast

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Stone Sermons Jun 13, 2023

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On this episode, Duncan Stroik joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss contemporary Church architecture and his own work, which was reviewed in the recent article, “A Genuinely Transgressive Act.”

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Classical Philosophy and Modern Belief Jun 08, 2023

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On this episode, Paul Herrick joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss his new book, “Philosophy, Reasoned Belief, and Faith: An Introduction.”

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Childhood Virtues and the Liberal Arts Jun 05, 2023

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On this episode, Kevin Clark joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss his new book, “The Liberal Arts Tradition: A Philosophy of Christian Classical Education.”

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The Faithful Remnant Jun 01, 2023

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On this episode, Fr. Robert McTeigue S.J. joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss his new book, “Christendom Lost and Found: Meditations for a Post Post-Christian Era.”

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Scott Yenor on “Anti-Natal Engineering” Jun 01, 2023

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In this episode, Scott Yenor joins the podcast to talk about his article “Anti-Natal Engineering” from the May issue. They discuss the sources of South Korea’s extremely low birth rate and what this means for American men and women.

The Economy of Walden Pond May 29, 2023

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On this episode, Jonathan van Belle joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss his new book, “Henry at Work: Thoreau on Making a Living.”

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Nathan Pinkoski on “Spiritual Death of the West” May 25, 2023

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In this episode, Nathan Pinkoski joins the podcast to talk about his article “Spiritual Death of the West” from the May issue. They discuss Jean Raspail’s book “The Camp of the Saints” and its significance for readers today.

Contemplation and Laity May 25, 2023

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On this episode, Zena Hitz joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss her new book, “A Philosopher Looks at the Religious Life.”

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Science, or Religion? May 22, 2023

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On this episode, John Staddon joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss his new book, “Science in an Age of Unreason.”

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Parents vs CRT May 18, 2023

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On this episode, Lance Izumi joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss his new book, “The Great Parent Revolt: How Parents and Grassroots Leaders Are Fighting Critical Race Theory in America's Schools.”

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