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Episode 240: The Politics of the Cross
In this episode we reflect on America's deep political divisions and tribalism in light of the theology of the cross.
Episode 239: Politics after Kavanaugh
In this episode, recorded as the Senate was voting to confirm Brett Kavanaugh, we discuss the events that led up to his confirmation and what they might mean for the future of American politics and culture.
Episode 238: Is There a Philosophy of the Cross?
In this episode, inspired by an essay that appeared in the Expository Times, we talk about the relationship between Christianity and philosophy. Specifically we consider what Christ crucified, "the foolishness of God," has to do with the philosophical ent
Episode 237: Death
In this episode we talk about life's most universal experience: death.
Episode 236: A Post-Christian Conservatism?
In this episode we discuss the results of a recent study that show that there is an increasing number of secular and irreligious people forming Trump's GOP base. These less religious Republicans tend to share more of Trump's views that their religious cou
Episode 235: What Was Paul's Problem Anyway?
In this episode, drawing inspiration from a book by Stephen Westerholm, we discuss the Old and New Perspective on Paul and whether Paul's "problem" was a Gentile issue or a problem facing the entire human race.
Episode 234: Does The Media Get The Church?
In this episode, inspired by a piece in Commentary Magazine about the current crisis in the Catholic Church and the controversy surrounding President Trump's recent dinner with prominent evangelical leaders, we talk about how the media covers and sometime
Episode 233: Socialism on the Rise?
In this episode, inspired by a discussion on the Commentary Magazine podcast, we discuss the rising popularity of socialism in America today.
Episode 232: Infrastructure and Tradition
In this episode we talk about Roman roads, the importance of infrastructure and the nature of preservation and innovation in traditions.
Episode 231: Patriotism and Nationalism
William F. Buckley once said: "I’m as patriotic as anyone from sea to shining sea, but there’s not a molecule of nationalism in me.” Inspired by this quote, we consider whether one can be an American patriot and a nationalist at the same time.