Dr. Anthony Flood
Professor of philosophy at North Dakota State University and author of The Root of Friendship and The Metaphysical Foundations of Love, specializing in Thomistic accounts of love and self-governance.
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Sep 15, 2025 • 1h 26min
174 Richard Schwartz and IFS Meet St. Thomas Aquinas
Dr. Eric Goudin, a Catholic psychologist, and Dr. Anthony Flood, a Thomistic philosopher, delve into the fascinating interplay between Internal Family Systems (IFS) and St. Thomas Aquinas's philosophy. They tackle the complexities of the inmost self, roles of affections, and how self-love lays the foundation for healthy relationships. The discussion also covers the reality of parts in a person and the importance of integrating, rather than excluding, these components to achieve psychological wholeness. Their insights reveal a profound connection between modern therapy and medieval thought.
Aug 4, 2025 • 1h 50min
171 Know Thyself, Love Thyself, Govern Thyself: Socrates and Plato Discuss Parts Work
Dr. Anthony T. Flood, a philosophy professor specializing in Thomistic love and self-governance, joins clinical psychologist Dr. Eric Goudin for an enlightening discussion. They explore Socrates' and Plato's insights on self-examination, the interplay of the soul's parts, and the five forms of governance that parallel aspects of personal identity. From understanding tyranny's impact on the soul to the virtues necessary for flourishing, the conversation weaves ancient wisdom with modern psychological insights, promoting a harmonious inner life.
