First Things Podcast

On this episode, Cornelius Plantinga joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss his new book “Under the Wings of God: Twenty Biblical Reflections for a Deeper Faith.” Music by Advent Chamber Orchestra via Creative Commons.

On this episode, Fr. Hans Boersma joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss his new book “Pierced by Love: Divine Reading with the Christian Tradition.” Music by Advent Chamber Orchestra via Creative Commons.

Bishop Robert Barron discusses the role of poetry in conveying profound truths about God and the world. The transformative journey of Joseph is explored, highlighting his growth and wisdom. The Exodus story is examined for its political consciousness and representation of freedom from tyranny. The biblical motif of freedom tied to right worship is discussed, including the interpretation by Church Fathers.

On this episode, Dale Ahlquist joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss Chesterton Academy and his long appreciation for G. K. Chesterton. Music by Advent Chamber Orchestra via Creative Commons.

On this episode, Duncan Stroik joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss contemporary Church architecture and his own work, which was reviewed in the recent article, “A Genuinely Transgressive Act.” Music by Advent Chamber Orchestra via Creative Commons.

On this episode, Paul Herrick joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss his new book, “Philosophy, Reasoned Belief, and Faith: An Introduction.” Music by Advent Chamber Orchestra via Creative Commons.

On this episode, Kevin Clark joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss his new book, “The Liberal Arts Tradition: A Philosophy of Christian Classical Education.” Music by Advent Chamber Orchestra via Creative Commons.

On this episode, Fr. Robert McTeigue S.J. joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss his new book, “Christendom Lost and Found: Meditations for a Post Post-Christian Era.” Music by Advent Chamber Orchestra via Creative Commons.

In this episode, Scott Yenor joins the podcast to talk about his article “Anti-Natal Engineering” from the May issue. They discuss the sources of South Korea’s extremely low birth rate and what this means for American men and women.

On this episode, Jonathan van Belle joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss his new book, “Henry at Work: Thoreau on Making a Living.” Music by Advent Chamber Orchestra via Creative Commons.