Classical Theism Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

This is a MEGA re-release episode with our 2 interviews with Dr. Edward Feser. The first comes from 2019 on his book Five Proofs of the Existence of God and the second from 2024 on What is Classical Theism. 

The Classical Theism Podcast aims to defend Catholic Christian ideas in conversation. With the help of various guests, I defend three pillars of the Catholic Christian worldview: (1) the God of classical theism exists, (2) Jesus is our Messiah and Lord, and (3) He founded the Catholic Church. We place a strong emphasis on the first pillar, defending classical theism, drawing upon the work of Thomistic philosopher Dr. Edward Feser and many others.

John DeRosa

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Professor Sal Ciresi continues to walk us through important tools and ideas to keep in mind when studying the Gospels.

The Classical Theism Podcast aims to defend Catholic Christian ideas in conversation. With the help of various guests, I defend three pillars of the Catholic Christian worldview: (1) the God of classical theism exists, (2) Jesus is our Messiah and Lord, and (3) He founded the Catholic Church. We place a strong emphasis on the first pillar, defending classical theism, drawing upon the work of Thomistic philosopher Dr. Edward Feser and many others.

John DeRosa

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Support the show:

Check out my book One Less God Than You: How to Answer the Slogans, Cliches, and Fallacies that Atheists Use to Challenge Your Faith >> www.classicaltheism.com/newbook

Support on Patreon to help keep the podcast going and to allow me to produce even more quality content: www.classicaltheism.com/support

What is causation? How does divine causation differ from creaturely causality? What are some ways people view divine causality that you reject? Why do you emphasize an "extrinsic model" of God's causality? Dr. W. Matthews Grant joins the show to discuss these topics and takes live listener questions on even more topics. 

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How should we argue for the Papacy as Catholics? How have Suan Sonna's arguments for Catholic positions developed over the past couple of years? Is there good evidence for an Isaiah 22 - Matthew 16 parallel? Suan Sonna joins the podcast again to discuss these topics. 

The Classical Theism Podcast aims to defend Catholic Christian ideas in conversation. With the help of various guests, I defend three pillars of the Catholic Christian worldview: (1) the God of classical theism exists, (2) Jesus is our Messiah and Lord, and (3) He founded the Catholic Church. We place a strong emphasis on the first pillar, defending classical theism, drawing upon the work of Thomistic philosopher Dr. Edward Feser and many others.

John DeRosa

www.classicaltheism.com/support

Support the show:

Check out my book One Less God Than You: How to Answer the Slogans, Cliches, and Fallacies that Atheists Use to Challenge Your Faith >> www.classicaltheism.com/newbook

Support on Patreon to help keep the podcast going and to allow me to produce even more quality content: www.classicaltheism.com/support

Did the Second Vatican Council reverse Church teaching on religious liberty? Professor Michael Dunnigan joins us to discuss this important issue. 

The Classical Theism Podcast aims to defend Catholic Christian ideas in conversation. With the help of various guests, I defend three pillars of the Catholic Christian worldview: (1) the God of classical theism exists, (2) Jesus is our Messiah and Lord, and (3) He founded the Catholic Church. We place a strong emphasis on the first pillar, defending classical theism, drawing upon the work of Thomistic philosopher Dr. Edward Feser and many others.

John DeRosa

www.classicaltheism.com/support

Support the show:

Check out my book One Less God Than You: How to Answer the Slogans, Cliches, and Fallacies that Atheists Use to Challenge Your Faith >> www.classicaltheism.com/newbook

Support on Patreon to help keep the podcast going and to allow me to produce even more quality content: www.classicaltheism.com/support

What do modern gender movements get right? What do they get wrong? How can we respond if it's claimed that our arguments are merely religious in nature? How can we have better conversations on this topic? What resources should we consult to learn more about this topic? 

Jason Evert joins the program to answer to engage these issues. Check out his super helpful resource page at chastity.com/gender

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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.

The Classical Theism Podcast aims to defend Catholic Christian ideas in conversation. With the help of various guests, I defend three pillars of the Catholic Christian worldview: (1) the God of classical theism exists, (2) Jesus is our Messiah and Lord, and (3) He founded the Catholic Church. We place a strong emphasis on the first pillar, defending classical theism, drawing upon the work of Thomistic philosopher Dr. Edward Feser and many others.

John DeRosa

www.classicaltheism.com/support

Support the show:

Check out my book One Less God Than You: How to Answer the Slogans, Cliches, and Fallacies that Atheists Use to Challenge Your Faith >> www.classicaltheism.com/newbook

Support on Patreon to help keep the podcast going and to allow me to produce even more quality content: www.classicaltheism.com/support

What is prayer in general? What is petitionary prayer in particular? How can we consider prayer efficacious when God is immutable? Can God truly respond to our prayers if he is impassible? Dr. Caleb Cohoe joins the podcast again to address these topics. 

The Classical Theism Podcast aims to defend Catholic Christian ideas in conversation. With the help of various guests, I defend three pillars of the Catholic Christian worldview: (1) the God of classical theism exists, (2) Jesus is our Messiah and Lord, and (3) He founded the Catholic Church. We place a strong emphasis on the first pillar, defending classical theism, drawing upon the work of Thomistic philosopher Dr. Edward Feser and many others.

John DeRosa

www.classicaltheism.com/support

Support the show:

Check out my book One Less God Than You: How to Answer the Slogans, Cliches, and Fallacies that Atheists Use to Challenge Your Faith >> www.classicaltheism.com/newbook

Support on Patreon to help keep the podcast going and to allow me to produce even more quality content: www.classicaltheism.com/support

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.

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What was the nature/grace debate of the 20th century? What is an obediential potency? What objections were leveled against the Thomist position and how do Thomists respond? Dr. Aaron Henderson joins us to discuss these topics. 

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