Episode 49 – Aquinas on the Stages of Human Action - Part 1 | Fr. James Brent, O.P.

Fr. James Brent, O.P., a theologian specializing in the philosophy of St. Thomas Aquinas, discusses free agency and human action. The podcast explores the concept of free will and decision-making, delving into the metaphysical underpinnings of reality and the pursuit of happiness. It contrasts ancient Sophists' views with perennial philosophical traditions, explores lower appetites in human nature, and examines how intellect and will shape human acts. The discussion also touches on the pursuit of truth, the significance of every choice in the pursuit of happiness, and the duality of goods and free will.