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Episode 116 – Nature Acts for an End

Episode 116 – Nature Acts for an End

Episode 116 - Nature Acts for an End In episode 115, Jason and Dr. Smith welcome special guest, Joe Grossheim to discuss a classical saying, "Nature Acts for an End." We cover:- Why this is an important question- Aristotle and the Physics Book II- What is Nature?- Art...

Episode 115 – Aquinas’ 4th Way

Episode 115 – Aquinas’ 4th Way

Episode 115 - Aquinas' 4th Way In this episode, Dr. Smith and Dr. Bulzacchelli discuss Aquinas' 4th Way to understand the existence of God. We cover: - Reading the 4th Way- The uniqueness of this argument- Gradation and degree- The metaphysical foundation The 4th Way...

Episode 114 – Aquinas on Predestination

Episode 114 – Aquinas on Predestination

Episode 114 - Aquinas on Predestination In this episode, Jason and Dr. Smith discuss the topic of predestination in the writings of St. Thomas Aquinas. We cover: Principles of Predestination- God is the cause of every perfection, including the good of order to an end...

Episode 104: Skojec, Dreher, and Clericalism

Episode 104: Skojec, Dreher, and Clericalism

Episode 104: Skojec, Dreher, and Clericalism IIn this episode, Jason and Dr. Bulzacchelli discuss Steve Skojec's article, Rod Dreher's response, and the issue of clericalism. We cover:- Steve Skojec's article - skojecfile.steveskojec.com/p/against-c…ed-religion- Rod...

Episode 102: Defending Natural Theology

Episode 102: Defending Natural Theology

Episode 102: Defending Natural Theology In this episode, Jason and Dr. Smith discuss the importance of natural theology. We cover:- Natural Theology hesitancy among Christians- Defining our terms- From Effects to Causes- Common objections- "Ontotheology"- Causal...

Episode 100: How to Deepen Your Faith

Episode 100: How to Deepen Your Faith

Episode 100: How to Deepen Your Faith In our 100th episode, Jason, Dr. Smith, and Dr. Bulzacchelli talk about the importance of faith and how they deepen their own faith.- What is faith and why it is important- The importance of deepening your faith- Good guides- Who...

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