Pat is joined by Dr. Kenneth Pearce to discuss some of his recent work related to metaphysical grounding, contingency, and the existence of God.

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Pat and Gaven discuss cool things, like Aquinas's theory of existence and how God knows He's not a brain in a vat.

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This episode -- focusing on classical theism, divine simplicity, and ultimate explanation -- is a special replay of a conversation with Dr. Christopher Tomaszewski as featured on The Classical Theism Podcast. Pat appears toward the end to engage Chris on what resources (if any) classical theism might afford to meta-epistemology.

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Pat and Jim share what they're reading then take questions from the audience, including their thoughts on Russel's Teapot, arguments for naturalism, and the movie Top Gun Maverick!

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Pat and Jim explore the extended mind hypothesis as promoted by Andy Clark and David Chalmers.

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Time for another philosophy-filled episode! This time, Pat is joined by Dr. Lydia McGrew to help us think through external world skepticism. Is there really a world beyond our minds, or might everything we experience be the result of some malignant spirit manipulating our thoughts, as Descartes once suggested? Most people refuse to take these absurd hypotheticals seriously, but philosophers have often struggled to articulate just why these situations are, in fact, irrational. Fortunately, Dr. McGrew has some really good published material on the problem of external world skepticism, which we discuss in this episode.

You can learn more about Lydia McGrew at her website http://www.lydiamcgrew.com/

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Dr. Tomas Bogardus returns to Philosophy for the People to discuss his latest paper, If Naturalism Is True, then Scientific Explanation Is Impossible: https://philarchive.org/rec/BOGINI

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Pat and Jim discuss BKII of Aristotle's Politics. Please like, share, comment, and subscribe!

Pat summarizes and recommends two great beginner philosophy books by Mortimer J. Adler: 10 Philosophical Mistakes and 6 Great Ideas. Please like, share, comment, and subscribe!

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Pat talks about how his podcast is splitting up. Don't worry, all the content will be the same, more plentiful, in fact. There will just be different channels to access different subjects. Below are the relevant links so you can subscribe to whatever interests you!

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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. Pat Flynn advances sophisticated arguments for an ancient principle that all composite things require a cause.

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Nietzsche is famously known for his critiques not just of Christianity but of moral theory and moral consciousness in general. What can we learn from Nietzsche today? Do his critiques stand up, and what can a proper understanding of Scripture offer in response?

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Dr. Kenny Pearce joins Philosophy for the People to discuss the work he's done in philosophy of religion, including his recent debate book (Is There a God?) with Dr. Graham Oppy. 

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Dr. Stephen Napier returns to Philosophy for the People to discuss his recent publication in response to the problem of divine hiddenness: Is There Non-Resistant Non-Belief?

 https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/religious-studies/article/is-there-nonresistant-nonbelief/21F4527C7306B350D49B46E2CB8BDDD0

PS - Sorry for the "beeping" noise throughout. Is what it is.

Dr. Christopher Kaczor, author of The Ethics of Abortion, joins Pat to address arguments for abortion and defend pro-life philosophy.

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Dr. Michael Behe, the "godfather of intelligent design" and author of Darwin Devolves, discusses the irreducible complexity and intelligent design theory with Dr. Michael Ramage, a critic of ID and author of From the Dust of the Earth: Benedict XVI, the Bible, and the Theory of Evolution.

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Pat and Jim continue their series summarizing and commenting upon Aristotle's Politics, this time finishing what's left of Book 1.

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Pat and Jim begin their series on Aristotle's politics, reviewing and commenting upon Book 1.

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Dr. James Anderson joins Philosophy for the People to discuss the work he's done divine conceptualism and the relationship between logic and God.

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Pat's "pay what you want" courses: https://pftp.gumroad.com/ 

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Dr. James Dolezal joins Philosophy for the People to discuss how the doctrine of divine simplicity is compatible with trinitarian theology. Please like, share, comment, and subscribe!

Please check out Dr. Dolezal's published work at: https://cairn.academia.edu/JamesDolezal

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Pat introduces newcomers to Philosophy for the People, a channel that has gained popularity on YouTube because of its high-level philosopical discouse. But  don't let this intimidate you: Philosophy for the People is all about making difficult thought easy. Here's what you can expect from the podcast version and why you should subscribe!

Moreover, here are the resources Pat mentioned.

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Gaven takes listener questions on philosophy, theology, and how to get published. 

Please enjoy this conversation exploring substance dualism. Subscribe if you want. Or not! 

Come hang with Dr. Gaven Kerr as we chat Scripture and Metaphysics.

PS - Check out Pat's new book The Best Argument for God: https://amzn.to/48fhsYb 

Dr. Mark Spencer has a new Element out called Catholicism and the Problem of God. In this episode, we explore some of the contents of that book, including the apparent tensions that arise between Catholic claims concerning God and philosophy of God, or features of God and features of the world (i.e., problem of evil). 

For more, check out Pat's philosophy Substack: https://chroniclesofstrength.substack.com

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Fr. James Dominic Rooney returns to Philosophy for the People to discuss his recent critique of panentheism. If you like the video, hit like and subscribe to Philosophy for the People for more!

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Pat offers a brief introduction to the logical problem -- or better, logical argument -- from evil (against the existence of God).

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Pat and Jim offer a brief history of the problem of evil, highlighting how this philosophical challenge to the existence of God, and various responses to it, have evolved over time. Share your thoughts on today’s conversation below.

All comments and perspectives welcome, just keep it courteous! If you like the video, hit like and subscribe to Philosophy for the People for more!

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Most of us strongly assume that knowing is valuable. Moreover, that it is valuable to come to truth truth apart from instances of luck. Why? Can we give a good philosophical accounts of this? Dr. Fuqua argues we can, in his recent article "Proper Functionalism, Perfectionism, and the Epistemic Value Problem." That is what we discuss today!

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Pat is joined by Perry to discuss his work on Skeptical Theism.

https://www.perryhendricks.com/ 

Whether you're new to philosophy or looking to deepen your understanding, this video is your guide to tackling philosophical texts with confidence. In this episode, Pat offers tips on everything from having the right mindset when engaging philosophical texts to practical approaches for absorbing the most from them. 

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Welcome to Philosophy for the People, where deep thinking meets practical insight. In this episode, we delve into the fundamental nature of philosophy and its significance in our daily lives. Our discussions aim to illuminate how philosophical thinking shapes our understanding of the world. If you find value in our content, please support us by liking this video and subscribing to our channel. We encourage you to join the conversation by commenting below: What got YOU interested in philosophy? 

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Dive into the ancient wisdom of Aristotle as we unravel the mysteries of existence with his theory of the Four Causes. In this brief (but hopefully enlightening!) video, we'll explore the fundamental questions that have captivated thinkers for centuries: What is the essence of being? Why do things occur the way they do? Aristotle's answers lie in his Four Causes – Material, Formal, Efficient, and Final. These causes offer a timeless framework that has shaped philosophical thought and our understanding of the world around us. Don't forget to hit 'Like' if you find Aristotle as fascinating as we do, and 'Comment' with your thoughts or questions to join the conversation. Finally, if you're eager for more philosophical explorations, make sure to 'Subscribe' to our channel and turn on notifications to never miss a discussion.

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Dr. Gaven Kerr returns to Philosophy for the People to discuss the (surprising) harmonies between Thomism and Kantianism concerning theories of knowledge and mind-world relations.

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In today's episode, we examine the two-sense theory of existence, and confront one of the paradoxes purported to afflict the commonsense view of existence, where existence is taken to be attribute of individuals. Comment below with your thoughts, questions, or the next philosophical enigma you want us to unravel.

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Pat and Jim discuss William James' essay Human Immortality: Two Supposed Objections to the Doctrine. 

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Pat is joined by Dr. Mark Spencer and Fr. Matthew Kirby to discuss their recent paper The One Has the Many: A Further Synthesis of Aquinas, Scotus, and Palamas.

Link to paper: https://www.academia.edu/108261668/_The_One_has_the_Many_A_Further_Synthesis_of_Aquinas_Scotus_and_Palamas_Co_Written_with_Fr_Matthew_Kirby_International_Philosophical_Quarterly_62_2_June_2022_161_187 

Link to Dr. Spencer's academia page: https://stthomas.academia.edu/MarkSpencer 

Link to Dr. Spencer's book The Irreducibility of the Human Person: https://www.amazon.com/Irreducibility-Human-Person-Catholic-Synthesis/dp/0813235200 

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Pat is joined by Fr. Irenaeus for an introductory conversation on Thomistic philosophy and its modern day relevance. Check out Aquinas 101 at https://aquinas101.thomisticinstitute...

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In today's episode, Dr. Daniel Vecchio engages ChatGPT in a measured and insightful discussion about his version of Anselm's Ontological Argument. Who says that calm and composed conversations can't be deeply enriching?

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Pat finishes his conversation with Dr. Angus Menuge, Dr. Robert Markts, and Brian Krouse around the contents of a new volume released in philosophy of mind called Minding the Brain: Models of Mind, Information, and Empirical Science.

Pat is joined by Matthew Adelstein to discuss some of their (current) favorite arguments for God. 

Pat continues his conversation with Dr. Angus Menuge, Dr. Robert Markts, and Brian Krouse around the contents of a new volume released in philosophy of mind called Minding the Brain: Models of Mind, Information, and Empirical Science.

Pat is joined by Dr. Angus Menuge, Dr. Robert Markts, and Brian Krouse for an extended conversation around the contents of a new volume released in philosophy of mind called Minding the Brain: Models of Mind, Information, and Empirical Science.

Pat is joined by Dr. Jim Jacobs, author of Seat of Wisdom: An Introduction to Philosophy in the Catholic Tradition.

Seat of Wisdom is available here: https://www.cuapress.org/9780813234656/seat-of-wisdom/

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Pat and Jim summarize and discuss Plato's Phaedo.

Pat is joined by Dr. John Joy to discuss Aquinas's theory of the atonement.

Pat is joined by Dr. Tyler McNabb for a discussion on religious epistemology. PS - check out the new Cambridge Handbook of Religious Epistemology: https://www.cambridge.org/core/books/cambridge-handbook-of-religious-epistemology/1F03540692F28C8EB49AF0B5A8367CBB

Pat was recently interviewed by Dr. Anythony Alberino about his forthcoming book The Best Argument for God. 

https://sophiainstitute.com/product/the-best-argument-for-god/ 

Link up with Dr. Alberino at https://www.youtube.com/@thinkforchrist 

Pat and Jim discuss a very creative and provocative response to the logical problem of evil from philosopher Mark Johnston.

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Pat's forthcoming book, The Best Argument for God, is now available for pre-order at all the usual places, with an official release of Oct 17th.

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