First Things Podcast

In this episode, Mary Ann Glendon joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss her new book, “In the Courts of Three Popes: An American Lawyer and Diplomat in the Last Absolute Monarchy of the West.” Music by Frederic Chopin licensed via Creative Commons. Tracks reorganized, duplicated, and edited.

Timothy P. Carney discusses the challenges of modern parenting, the impact of technology on birth rates, and the difficulties of instilling Christian values in a secular society. He explores the shift from communal child-rearing to individualized parenting, the paradox of declining birth rates, and the societal implications of decreasing birth rates. Additionally, he delves into the influence of technology on societal trends like decreased attention spans and changes in dating culture.

In this episode, Aaron Alexander Zubia joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss his new book “The Political Thought of David Hume: The Origins of Liberalism and the Modern Political Imagination.” Music by Frederic Chopin licensed via Creative Commons. Tracks reorganized, duplicated, and edited.

In this episode, John A. Burtka IV joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss his new book, “Gateway to Statesmanship: Selections from Xenophon to Churchill.” Music by J. S. Bach/C. Gounod, public domain. Track edited, cropped, and merged with another track.

In this episode, Hans Zeiger joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss his recent article “The Next Step for Disaffected Donors.” Music by Frederic Chopin licensed via Creative Commons. Tracks reorganized, duplicated, and edited.

Exploring the profound themes of Chesterton's 'The Everlasting Man' and its focus on Jesus as a central figure in history. Delving into historical influences on Christianity and contrasting views on dogmatism and agnosticism. Chesterton's unique critique on comparative religion and civilization, and reinterpretation of the nativity story with symbolism and paradoxes.

In this episode, David Baird joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss the new book, “Popcorn with the Pope: A Guide to the Vatican Film List​​.” Music by Jack Bauerlein.

In this episode, Max Eden joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss AEI’s Conservative Education Reform Network’s annual report, “Sketching A New Conservative Education Agenda​​.” Music by Jack Bauerlein.

Discussion on media bias in coverage of the Biden administration, lack of scrutiny in Hunter Biden case, challenges of bias and propaganda in journalism. Analysis of leadership failures in elite universities, lack of truth-telling in media coverage. Examining lack of editorial oversight in New York Times op-ed and crisis of trust in mainstream media. Exploring changing narratives around voter demographics and race in upcoming election.

John Cox discusses his book 'The Newsom Nightmare' highlighting the influence of media and Hollywood in California politics, Gavin Newsom's rise and controversial decisions, reasons behind the mass exodus from California, and impacts of Democratic governance including financial struggles and potential resistance uprising.