hosted by John DeRosa
In this latest edition of office hours, Pat and John sit down to present some of their recent research. They discuss three topics: 1) that composite things need a cause, 2) Catholic views on Adam and Eve, and 3) a new take on the problem of evil.
What is the best way to make a pro-life case? How can we answer the difficult scenario of a young woman seeking abortion in the case of rape? What should we think about bodily autonomy arguments? Dr. Christopher Kaczor joins us to engage these topics as we discuss his new book The Ethics of Abortion (3rd Edition).
What was Humani Generis about? How does the document inform faith & science discussions? What did Pope Pius XII teach about Adam & Eve and can this teaching be revised? How does Kenneth Kemp respond to objections to his view from Antoine Suarez? We discuss these topics in the latest episode with Dr. Kenneth Kemp.
What, if anything, do the modern gender movements get right? What is a woman (or a man)? How should we think philosophically and biologically about this question? What can we say to naturalists regarding the concept of teleology? How do we respond to those who claim that “woman” does not need a definition? What are gendered pronouns, and as Catholics, how can we navigate this issue honestly yet respectfully? Dr. Tomas Bogardus joins the Classical Theism podcast once again to discuss these questions and more.
What is consciousness? What are thoughts? How can we analyze thoughts using the tools of reason and introspection? How do thoughts and consciousness point us beyond what is purely material? Can an argument inspired by Cantor’s mathematical work serve us in the philosophy of mind? What does current work in neuroscience say on these topics? Dr. Josh Rasmussen joins the show again to discuss these ideas as we examine his forthcoming book.
Summary Are science and religion at war? Have they been at war since Darwin developed his evolutionary theory? Can one still hold to an original couple (Adam and Eve) in light of recent genetic...
Summary How should we understand divine action? How is causality being discussed today in science and philosophy? How should we understand the relationship between science and philosophy when it comes to causality? In light...
Summary Does modern science contradict the historicity of Adam and Eve? What scientific findings stand in tension with the biblical narrative? Dr. Joshua Swamidass joins the show to discuss his fascinating new book: The...
Summary What is physics? How does it differ from metaphysics? What is quantum field theory and how does it jive with Aristotelian concepts? What are virtual particles and do they disprove the principle of...
Summary Dr. Stephen Barr joins us to discuss his book Modern Physics and Ancient Faith. Does science support the existence of God? What about the order in the universe and the so-called “fine-tuning”? Are...
