First Things Podcast

The podcast explores Obama's impact on America, discussing his transformative vision, Marxist strategies, changes in border security, and his true legacy of betrayal, worsening race relations, and disregard for American exceptionalism. It also touches on tactics used by the Alinsky outlook and concerns about the injection of Critical Race Theory into the military.

Carrie Gress discusses the concept of patriarchy and its evolving perception. The effects of feminism on women, including increased depression and substance abuse, are explored. The historical background of feminism and its impact on women becoming more like men is discussed. The abortion debate and the lack of tolerance for differing viewpoints is examined. The emergence of a new generation of women challenging traditional feminism is explored.

In this episode, Judge Stephen P. Friot joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss his new book “Containing History: How Cold War History Explains US–Russia Relations.” Music by User:Quinbrid (Luigi Boccherini) via Creative Commons. Track cropped.

Gad Saad discusses his book on happiness, exploring topics such as mate choice in marriage, the golden mean for a balanced life, the importance of play, and the notion of diversity.

Bishop Peter J. Elliott discusses his book on the sexual revolution, exploring its historical context, the role of God's rejection, the impact of atheism and the Church's response. The hosts also highlight signs of hope and the power of families in facing the challenges of the sexual revolution.

In this episode, Chris Weir joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss The Camino Schools, an effort to renew California's culture through classical education. Music by Advent Chamber Orchestra via Creative Commons.

On this episode, Glenn Ellmers joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss his new book “The Narrow Passage: Plato, Foucault, and the Possibility of Political Philosophy.” Music by Advent Chamber Orchestra via Creative Commons.

Guest John Murawski discusses his article on the rise of queer theology in progressive churches and divinity schools. They explore the increasing acceptance of queer practices, the origins of the term 'queer', the impact on declining Protestant membership, challenging traditional beliefs, and the connection between the queer movement and academia.

On this episode, Austen Givens joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss his new book “Homeland Security: An Introduction.” Music by Advent Chamber Orchestra via Creative Commons.

On this episode, Hadley Arkes joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss his new book “Mere Natural Law: Originalism and the Anchoring Truths of the Constitution.” Music by Advent Chamber Orchestra via Creative Commons.