First Things Podcast
First Things
First Things is America's most influential journal of religion & public life.
Episodes
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Jul 1, 2024 • 33min
A Roster of Saints
In this episode, Archbishop Alfred Hughes joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss his book “Spiritual Masters: Living and Praying in the Catholic Tradition.”
Music by Jack Bauerlein.

Jun 27, 2024 • 25min
Censorship at the Court
In this episode, Dan Schneider joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss his article “Supreme Court Considers Turning First Amendment Inside Out” for the Washington Times.
Music by Jack Bauerlein.

Jun 24, 2024 • 28min
The End of Civilization?
In this episode, Tracy Lee Simmons joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss his book “Being Civilized: A Few Lines Amid the Breakage.”
Music by Jack Bauerlein.

Jun 20, 2024 • 33min
Israel, June 2024
Israel, June 2024 by First Things

Jun 17, 2024 • 29min
What Is Conservative Education?
In this episode, Rick Hess joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss his book “Getting Education Right: A Conservative Vision for Improving Early Childhood, K–12, and College.”
Music by Jack Bauerlein.

Jun 13, 2024 • 28min
The Good, the Bad, and the Beautiful
Author Joseph Pearce discusses his book 'The Good, the Bad, and the Beautiful' which explores the history of Christendom through different mediums. Topics cover the impact of Christ's Incarnation, contrasting views on historical events, and the importance of integrating faith into the study of history.

Jun 10, 2024 • 28min
Why Was Gen. Sheridan in New Orleans?
In this episode, Robert Cwiklik joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss his book “Sheridan's Secret Mission: How the South Won the War After the Civil War.”
Music by Jack Bauerlein.

Jun 6, 2024 • 31min
A Classical Sculptor and World War I
In this episode, Sabin Howard joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss his new work, the World War I Memorial in Washington D.C.

Jun 3, 2024 • 34min
CONVICTED!
In this episode, Sohrab Ahmari joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss his recent Compact article “Alvin Bragg’s Anti-Democracy Verdict.”
Music by Jack Bauerlein.

May 30, 2024 • 30min
Ralston College
In this episode, Stephen Blackwood joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss Ralston College.
Music by Jack Bauerlein.


