with John DeRosa
Summary Bryan Mercier joins us to discuss his book Why Do You Believe in God? In the book, he provides over a dozen real discussions he’s had about God’s existence, science, the problem of evil, and other tough religious topics. Throughout the interview, I press Bryan to expand...
Background Ryan Mullins wrote an essay critiquing divine simplicity at Theopolis. Edward Feser replied to Mullins’ critique, drawing upon material he used in Five Proofs of the Existence of God. Other philosophers and theologians also addressed Mullins’ essay. Mullins then replied to Feser and other critics. Mullins’ latest...
Summary Dr. Robert A. Delfino joins us to discuss the doctrine of analogy, which is very important for classical theists. Through the course of the episode, he walks through exemplar causality, logical vs. philosophical predication, and the different types of analogy. Toward the end, I ask Dr. Delfino...
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 those evidence for God? Also, we discuss at length (and have a good-hearted dispute)...
Summary Michael Gormley (i.e. “Gomer”) joins the podcast to explain how to evangelize atheists. Gomer brings electric energy and years of experience with loads of great stories. He provides plenty of resource recommendations as well as advice for spiritual preparation. Also, I ask Gomer how he might approach...
Summary This is a 3-part series based on Dr. Josh Rasmussen’s new book How Reason Can Lead to God. In part 1, we talk about how to discuss worldview issues with others. In part 2, Dr. Rasmussen gives highlights of his argument for why reality must have an...
Summary Dr. Bryan Cross joins us to discuss logical fallacies and how to speak the truth in love. In this interview, we cover multiple fallacies including “bulverism,” the “tu quoque,” and “whataboutism.” Additionally, I press Dr. Cross with two objections that purport to show the Catholic worldview requires...
Summary What are the first principles of knowledge? And if they are first principles must we just accept them on blind faith? How do you answer the liar’s paradox? Didn’t David Hume debunk the principle of causality? Karlo Broussard, author of Prepare the Way, joins us to answer...
Summary Spencer Mead discusses classical theism and traces some of the history behind this philosophical tradition. He outlines divine simplicity and other divine attributes. Next, he explains why classical theism is important for Catholics in particular. Finally, he concludes with a thought from Fr. Brian Davies OP and...
Summary Dr. Jim Slagle set out to disprove Christianity and ended up walking right into it. Now, he argues that affirming naturalism is self-defeating. In this episode, we look at Dr. Slagle’s backstory and his “skyhook” argument. Guest Bio Dr. Jim Slagle spent his early years in Massachusetts...
