Joseph Pearce
Renowned author and literary scholar specializing in Catholic literature and biography; frequent lecturer and writer on J.R.R. Tolkien, G.K. Chesterton, and other Catholic authors, and host of the Inner Sanctum subscription content.
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Sep 18, 2024 • 2h 39min
Getting Arrested for White Supremacy, Hilaire Belloc, Special Needs Children (Joseph Pearce)| Ep.486
Joseph Pearce, a renowned Catholic author and former white supremacist, shares his transformative journey from extremism to faith, detailing his profound conversion while in prison. He discusses the dangers of racial superiority ideology and highlights the challenges of integration in modern society. Pearce also explores the joys and blessings of parenting a child with Down syndrome, advocating for acceptance and love. Additionally, he reflects on the literary legacy of Hilaire Belloc and how faith shapes our understanding of personal and societal issues.
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Jan 26, 2026 • 2h 28min
The DISEASE of Our Age: Tolkien on Dragon Sickness, Greed, & Eucharistic Devotion | Joseph Pearce
Joseph Pearce, renowned author and scholar of Catholic literature, explores Tolkien’s life, faith, and imagination. He discusses Tolkien’s wartime trauma, language-driven creation of Middle-earth, and the Inklings’ influence. The conversation highlights Tolkien’s Catholic motifs, the idea of “dragon sickness” as greed and comfort, and how humility, sacrifice, and providence shape his stories.
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Feb 1, 2022 • 1h 11min
G.K. Chesterton, Poetry, & Joyful Catholicism (Joseph Pearce) | Ep. 325
Joseph Pearce's Book on Chesterton: https://www.amazon.com/Wisdom-Innocence-Life-G-K-Chesterton/dp/1621640558/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Joseph's Website: https://jpearce.co/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 4, 2024 • 53min
That Hideous Strength w/ Joseph Pearce | Ep. 88
Internationally acclaimed author and literary scholar Joseph Pearce discusses C.S. Lewis's 'That Hideous Strength,' exploring themes of hope, despair, goodness, truth, and beauty in the dystopian novel. The podcast delves into the characters' journeys, symbolism, and the triumph of good over evil in a modern fairytale for grown-ups.
Oct 11, 2024 • 52min
Joseph Pearce: Fifty Great Books to Read Before You Die
Join Joseph Pearce, an accomplished author and literary expert, as he discusses his insightful book, Classic Literature Made Simple. He shares his compelling list of fifty essential reads, highlighting the moral and aesthetic values of each. Pearce emphasizes the transformative power of literature, the interconnectedness of literary history, and the need for emotional maturity when engaging with classics. He also unpacks the depths of works by Dante, Shakespeare, and Tolkien, revealing their lasting impact on culture and morality.
