First Things Podcast

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James F. Keating on “Who Killed the Catholic University?” May 18, 2023

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In this episode, James F. Keating joins the podcast to talk about his article “Who Killed the Catholic University?” from the April issue. They discuss the state of Catholic universities today, how they got there, and what can be done.

Inside the Vietnam War May 16, 2023

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On this episode, Mark Moyar joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss his new book, “Triumph Regained: The Vietnam War, 1965–1968.”

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Politics and Jesus Christ May 11, 2023

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On this episode, David Lloyd Dusenbury joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss his new book, “I Judge No One: A Political Life of Jesus.”

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Modern Martyrs May 08, 2023

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On this episode, Thomas D. Williams joins the Mark Bauerlein to discuss his new book, “The Coming Christian Persecution.”

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The Mind of an Addict May 03, 2023

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On this episode, Michael W. Clune joins the Mark Bauerlein to discuss his memoir on drug addiction and recovery, “White Out: The Secret Life of Heroin.”

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Seneca, Poetry, and Suffering May 01, 2023

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Dana Gioia joins the podcast to discuss his new translation of a Seneca play, “Seneca: The Madness of Hercules.”

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Civilizing Conversations Apr 28, 2023

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On this episode, Paula Marantz Cohen joins the Mark Bauerlein to discuss her new book, “Talking Cure: An Essay on the Civilizing Power of Conversation.”

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Matthew Schmitz on How Gay Marriage Changed America Apr 27, 2023

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In this episode, Matthew Schmitz joins the podcast to talk about his article “How Gay Marriage Changed America” from the April issue. They discuss the LGBTQ movement, political involvement, and what this means for America today.

Eduard Habsburg on the Habsburg Way of Life Apr 24, 2023

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On this episode, Eduard Habsburg joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss his new book, “The Habsburg Way: 7 Rules for Turbulent Times.”

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Knowing and Learning Apr 20, 2023

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On this episode, David M. Steiner joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss his new book, “Nation at Thought.”

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