Logos Podcast The Reality of Medieval Politics | Dr. Andrew Jones
Oct 17, 2025
Dr. Andrew Jones, a medieval historian and political theorist, delves into the sacred realities of medieval politics. He discusses how the Catholic vision historically united heaven and earth. Jones critiques modernity's departure from this worldview, arguing it has led to a flattened perspective on life. He elaborates on Pope Innocent III as a model for understanding church-state relations and explains how the four senses of scripture shape our perception of reality. The conversation culminates in insights on recovering a meaningful Christian political vision.
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Eleven Kids And Academic Life
- Dr. Andrew Jones introduced himself by saying he and his wife have 11 children and manage academic life together.
- He described sleeping poorly but framing family life as a way of life supported by his wife's bearing most responsibilities.
From Hillsdale To Medieval Scholarship
- Jones recalled studying at Hillsdale College where he and his wife became Catholics and later pursued medieval history.
- He traced his scholarly path to St. Louis University and then academic roles including Franciscan University and College of St. Joseph the Worker.
Raised With Anti-Communism Faith
- Jones recounted his upbringing in a family where anti-communism functioned like a religion and Catholicism was seen as an ally.
- His mother enrolled him in parochial schools for cultural reasons rather than religious practice.
