
Michael Dauphinais
Fr. Matthew Lamb Professor of Catholic Theology and co-director of the Aquinas Center for Theological Renewal at Ave Maria University, scholar of St. Thomas Aquinas and C.S. Lewis who frequently gives lectures on Eucharistic theology and the creed.
Top 10 podcasts with Michael Dauphinais
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Dec 26, 2025 • 51min
Why Get Married? The Catholic View of the Meaning and Purpose of Marriage – Prof. Michael Dauphinais
Join Prof. Michael A. Dauphinais, a theologian from Ave Maria University, as he dives into the profound meaning of marriage through a Catholic lens. He explores marriage as a lifelong covenant reflecting Christ's love for the Church, discussing how it promotes sanctification and family. Dauphinais contrasts modern views on sexuality with classical insights from Aquinas, revealing how our cultural practices challenge authentic relationships. With references to scripture, he highlights the beauty of mutual consent and the need for a balanced patriarchal and matriarchal dynamic.

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Jul 14, 2025 • 1h 3min
Is the Biblical View of Sex and Marriage Realistic? | Prof. Michael Dauphinais
Michael Dauphinais, Fr. Matthew Lamb Professor of Catholic Theology at Ave Maria University, dives into the biblical view of sex and marriage. He discusses the stark contrast between modern dating challenges and scriptural teachings, exploring the fallout of original sin on relationships. Dauphinais emphasizes redemption, urging listeners to embrace mercy and personal struggles. He advocates for radical trust in God’s plan, highlighting the importance of community and faith in healing, showcasing a transformative vision rooted in biblical narratives.

Dec 28, 2023 • 45min
Recover Your Faith with C.S. Lewis & St. Thomas w/ Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P. & Prof. Michael Dauphinais
Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P. and Prof. Michael Dauphinais discuss how C.S. Lewis and St. Thomas Aquinas can help recover faith. They explore Lewis' influence, his approach to explaining Christian doctrine, and his impact on teaching and preaching. They also discuss the importance of Christ's redemption and providence, as well as the themes of recovered childhood and the power of friendship in Lewis' works.

Mar 27, 2026 • 53min
Why Modern Christians Need the Eucharist – Prof. Michael Dauphinais
Michael A. Dauphinais, a Thomistic scholar and professor who studies Aquinas and C.S. Lewis, explains why the Eucharist matters for modern Christians. He explores modernity’s limits, the creed as encounter with Christ, biblical roots in John and Corinthians, early testimony, and Aquinas’s view of the Eucharist as restorative communion with the Trinity.

Jan 28, 2026 • 49min
What Contemporary Culture Needs to Learn from Thomas Aquinas – Prof. Michael Dauphinais
Michael A. Dauphinais, Ph.D., a Thomistic theologian and co-director of the Aquinas Center, offers a short lecture on what contemporary culture can learn from Thomas Aquinas. He contrasts secular competition with a metaphysics of communion. Topics include participation, shared goods in family and society, divine non-competitiveness, baptism and suffering, and how communion reshapes human relations.

Nov 5, 2025 • 20min
How to Know God? Philosophical Wisdom and Divine Revelation – Prof. Michael Dauphinais
Prof. Michael A. Dauphinais, a prominent theologian and expert on Thomas Aquinas, delves into the interplay between philosophical wisdom and divine revelation. He discusses Aquinas's reasoning from effects to causes, emphasizing that human reason alone is inadequate. Dauphinais addresses idolatry's role in distorting knowledge of God and articulates sacred doctrina's importance. He posits that the incarnation is the peak of divine communication, bridging study and spiritual union, while explaining how the Son and Spirit cultivate wisdom and charity.

Sep 17, 2024 • 49min
The Martyrs of Florida: A Hidden History w/ Dr. Andrew Dinan | Ep. 103
Dr. Andrew Dinan, a professor of Classics and Early Christian Literature at Ave Maria University, joins Dr. Michael Dauphinais to unveil the hidden stories of Florida's martyrs. They discuss the monumental impact of Spanish missionaries and Native American converts, offering a glimpse into their extraordinary faith and courage. The conversation also delves into the complex beatification process and the historical significance of these martyrs in shaping Florida's spiritual landscape. Uncover the profound legacies that continue to influence Catholicism today.

Feb 13, 2024 • 53min
Virtue in the Workplace w/ Dr. Andrew Abela | Ep. 73
Dr. Michael Dauphinais and Dr. Andrew Abela discuss ethics in business, emphasizing the importance of virtues. They explore trust-based transactions, spiritual fulfillment in the workplace, integrating faith and work, and the value of relationships in business. They also touch on book recommendations, gratitude practices, and the role of virtues in the workplace according to Catholic social teaching.

Nov 16, 2023 • 1h 14min
How C.S. Lewis & Aquinas Can Help Us Recover Our Christian Faith | Professor Michael Dauphinais
In this podcast, Professor Michael Dauphinais discusses how C.S. Lewis and Aquinas can help us recover our Christian faith. He explores topics such as the historical shift towards Christianity, the concept of causality, the significance of doctrines and maps in the Christian faith, and the unconventional defeat of evil. He also emphasizes the power of individual influence and small actions in shaping the destiny of the universe.

Jan 7, 2021 • 48min
Finding Hope in the Time Of COVID: C.S. Lewis and Thomas Aquinas | Prof. Michael Dauphinais
Prof. Michael Dauphinais discusses finding hope in the time of COVID through the works of C.S. Lewis and Thomas Aquinas. They explore courage, hope, and integrating emotions in life, facing fear with lessons from Lewis in wartime, the significance of hope in faith and love, and transformation in 'The Voyage of the Dawn Treader'.


