Intellectual Catholicism
Suan Sonna
Suan Sonna is a Baptist convert to Catholicism who is dedicated to curating the best Catholic intellectual content on philosophy, politics, and theology. He is also passionate about engaging people outside of the Catholic tradition on issues relevant to the Church.
On Nov. 10th, 2022, I received permission from my Archbishop to call the channel "Intellectual Catholicism." He said, "I am not opposed to you calling your channel 'Intellectual Catholicism'."
On Nov. 10th, 2022, I received permission from my Archbishop to call the channel "Intellectual Catholicism." He said, "I am not opposed to you calling your channel 'Intellectual Catholicism'."
Episodes
Mentioned books
Feb 15, 2026 • 59min
In Defense of Apologetics - Suan Sonna
Suan Sonna, Director of Apologetics for the Diocese of Bridgeport, teaches his first class on Good vs. Bad Apologetics.
Feb 15, 2026 • 1h 41min
Are We Still Persons after Death? - Robert C. Koons and Christopher Tomaszewski
Robert C. Koons and Christopher Tomaszewski discuss whether we are still persons after death. Rob says "Yes" and Chris says "No."
Feb 15, 2026 • 1h 17min
Redeeming Origen? - Stephen Boyce
Stephen Boyce gives the case that Origen can possibly still be made a saint by the Catholic Church.
Feb 15, 2026 • 1h 11min
Stephen Boyce is Catholic! w/ Stephen Boyce!
Stephen Boyce talks about his journey from Anglicanism to Catholicism.
Feb 15, 2026 • 1h 10min
The Bible, Sola Scriptura, and Biblical Theology - Jon D. Levenson
Jon D. Levenson, professor of Jewish Studies at Harvard University, discusses the Bible, Sola Scriptura, and Biblical Theology from a Jewish perspective warm towards Catholicism.
Feb 15, 2026 • 51min
Living as Christians in a Secular and Divided World - Suan Sonna
Suan Sonna gives a deep, moving talk about how to evangelize a secular and disenchanted world.
Feb 15, 2026 • 2h 14min
HESCHMEYER VS. HANSEN | The Great Apostasy Debate REVIEW w/ Isaac Hess
Isaac Hess reviews Joe Heschmeyer's (Catholic) debate with Jacob Hansen (Mormon), providing a formidable but good faith critiquie of Mormonism.
Feb 15, 2026 • 9min
How Anti-Catholicism helped Catholicism - Suan Sonna
Suan Sonna talks about how anti-Catholicism helped Catholicism grow in the Western world.
Dec 30, 2025 • 44min
The Ecclesiology of Charles Journet - Matthew K. Minerd (PART TWO)
Matthew K. Minerd, a Catholic theologian and scholar, delves into the intricate ecclesiology of Charles Journet. He explains why Journet's second volume is pivotal, highlighting themes like Christology and Mariology. Minerd praises the theological depth of Journet’s chapter on Christ as head and connects it to Alexandrian spirituality. He discusses the nature of grace flowing through Christ and the importance of Mary's role in salvation history. Additionally, he shares insights on Journet's views on the Holy Spirit, the church's holiness, and his ongoing editorial work for Journet's third volume.
Dec 30, 2025 • 41min
The Ecclesiology of Charles Journet - Matthew K. Minerd (PART ONE)
Matthew K. Minerd, a theologian from St. Cyril and Methodius Byzantine Seminary, dives into Charles Journet's ecclesiology. He discusses the essential role theologians play in shaping doctrine, especially in response to historical crises like the Reformation. Minerd also highlights how Pius XII's encyclicals helped consolidate theological reflection. The conversation explores Journet's teachings, his influence during Vatican II, and the use of Aristotle's four causes to analyze the church's nature, shedding light on its hierarchical structure and sacramental role.
