Dr. Edward Feser, a renowned philosopher and author known for his insights on classical theism, dives into the complexities of papal authority and church dynamics. He discusses the controversial history of the papacy, touching on infamous events like the Cadaver Synod and their implications for faith. Feser also critiques atheistic arguments, advocating for philosophical rigor when engaging with skeptics. The conversation emphasizes the need for traditional values in worship and the significance of morality and belief in understanding reality.

Edward Feser, American Catholic philosopher and Associate Professor of Philosophy at Pasadena City College, discusses the Aristotelean argument from motion, potentiality and actuality, hierarchical causal series, existence of an actual infinite, causality, essence and existence, and the argument from contingency.

Philosopher Edward Feser has read the major texts of critical race theory and has some concerns. He joins us for a discussion of his newest book, All One in Christ: A Catholic Critique of Racism and Critical Race Theory. Cy Kellett: Hello, and welcome to Focus, the Catholic Answers Podcast for living, understanding and defending your Catholic faith. I’m Cy Kellett, your host, and maybe we’ll be helping with the living part today because, among the great plagues of the modern world, the many things that make modern life burdensome, is racism. It’s not necessarily a plague tha...

Edward Feser, a renowned Catholic philosopher, dives deep into his book, "All One in Christ," critiquing racism and critical race theory. He shares his personal journey from libertarianism to embracing Catholic social teaching, highlighting ethical dilemmas in worldview changes. The conversation seamlessly transitions into jazz, celebrating Thelonious Monk and its philosophical connections. Feser passionately discusses the Church's historic stance against racism and the importance of viewing social justice through a Catholic lens, advocating for humility and constructive dialogue.

Edward Feser, a renowned philosopher specializing in the existence of God and critiques of atheism, dives into compelling arguments supporting God's logical proof. He discusses the rise of atheism and the decline of religious popularity, exploring the moral implications of a society detached from religious morals. Feser highlights the transition from atheism to philosophical inquiry, unpacks the attributes of a necessary being, and critiques the limitations of human reason in addressing existence and morality.

Prof. Edward Feser discusses the immortality of the soul and immateriality of the mind, addressing challenges to materialism, the immaterial nature of rational faculties, objections to the immateriality of the mind, and the connection between defending intellect's immaterial nature and the soul's immortality.

Philosopher Edward Feser discusses classical theism vs theistic personalism, divine simplicity, divine conservation, and divine concurrence. The podcast dives into proofs for God's existence, attributes like omnipotence and omniscience, and the relationship between God and the world.

Renowned philosopher Prof. Edward Feser discusses the natural law justification of capital punishment. Topics include Aquinas's theory of punishment, biblical teachings on justice, retribution as restoring balance, and the evolving Catholic Church's stance on the death penalty.

Philosopher and author Edward Feser discusses the limitations of scientism and the role of philosophy in rationality. The podcast explores the challenges of physics in capturing qualitative aspects of nature, Russell's views on physics and causation, as well as critiques of Lawrence Krauss and Daniel Dennett's perspectives on scientism and consciousness.

Prof. Edward Feser discusses the essence-existence distinction, Aquinas' viewpoint, and objections to the argument. The conversation explores real essences in natural objects, object unity, and the role of essence in scientific realism. It also touches on Aquinas' argument for a first cause of existence and the influence of Platonism on analytic thought.