Fr. Ambrose Little, O.P.
Director of the Thomistic Institute and a Dominican priest; scholar of Aristotle and St. Thomas Aquinas who specializes in the philosophy of nature and the soul and teaches at the Pontifical Faculty of the Immaculate Conception.
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May 20, 2025 • 34min
Ought I Use AI Assisted Writing? | Fr. Ambrose Little, O.P.
Fr. Ambrose Little, Assistant Director of the Thomistic Institute and expert in Aristotle and Aquinas, dives into the philosophical and ethical implications of AI-assisted writing. He critiques Plato’s myth of Thoth, emphasizing the need to balance technology with internal memory. The discussion highlights the dangers of over-reliance on AI, advocating for preserving critical thinking and effective communication. Fr. Little also explores the importance of clear writing in learning and urges a virtue-oriented approach to knowledge in the AI age.
Sep 12, 2023 • 54min
Demonstration and Certainty in Thomistic Philosophy of Nature | Father Ambrose Little, O.P.
Fr. Ambrose Little, O.P., a philosopher and Dominican friar, explores the limitations of the deductive method in science and suggests a Thomistic framework for improved scientific reasoning. The podcast also discusses the shift towards practical problems in science, the complexities of biology, the perspectives of Hume and Aristotle on cause and effect, and the importance of ontology in model development.
Nov 7, 2025 • 42min
Astrology: Why Did Medieval Philosophers Study It? – Fr. Ambrose Little, O.P.
Fr. Ambrose Little, a Dominican priest and director of the Thomistic Institute, dives into the fascinating world of medieval astrology. He explains how medieval philosophers viewed astrology as a legitimate branch of natural philosophy intertwined with science. Ambrose contrasts ancient beliefs with modern views, highlighting how astrology was seen as a means to study celestial influences on earthly matters. He discusses St. Augustine’s critiques, the role of free will, and warns against the dangers of demonic deception in divination, ultimately asserting that astrology lacks scientific validity today.
Apr 10, 2024 • 36min
Penance and the Temptations of Christ Part 2 | Fr. Ambrose Little, O.P.
Fr. Ambrose Little, O.P., a Dominican Friar, discusses how Jesus faced temptations, prioritizing eternal life over earthly desires. They explore the devil's temptations, the virtue of hope, discretion in penances, power desires, and living in true charity.
Apr 9, 2024 • 30min
Penance and the Temptations of Christ Part 1 | Fr. Ambrose Little, O.P.
Fr. Ambrose Little, O.P., discusses the significance of penance, repentance, and the temptations of Jesus during Lent to guide individuals in loving God, letting go of worldly attachments, and relying on God's strength amidst temptation. The podcast explores how Jesus's temptations serve as a model for humanity in overcoming temptation without sin, emphasizing the importance of unwavering faith in relying on God's assurances amid challenges.
