
George Weigel
Senior fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center in Washington, D.C., known for his biography of Pope John Paul II, "Witness to Hope."
Top 5 podcasts with George Weigel
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Oct 2, 2024 • 1h 11min
Pope Fiction
George Weigel, a distinguished senior fellow at the Ethics and Policy Center, joins the discussion to unpack the complexities of Pope Francis’s papacy. They dive into Just War Theory, analyzing Israel's military strategies and the media's portrayal of the conflict. The conversation shifts to the rise of Catholic integralism, examining its implications for contemporary conservatism and the challenges facing the Catholic electorate in the U.S. They also address the cultural decay and the Church's evolving role in political discourse.

Sep 23, 2024 • 1h 5min
George Weigel discusses the Synod on synodality with Larry Chapp as well as the papacy of Pope John Paul II
George Weigel, a senior fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center and noted biographer of Pope John Paul II, shares his insights on the Synod on Synodality alongside Larry Chapp. They discuss skepticism surrounding the Synod's effectiveness and the changing role of women in the Church. Weigel reflects on John Paul II's impactful papacy, countering misconceptions while highlighting his cultural significance. The conversation also delves into the evolving challenges in Catholic moral theology, addressing contemporary issues and the need for reform within the Church.

Oct 24, 2023 • 58min
George Weigel
In this podcast, Kevin D. Williamson interviews George Weigel, an author, political analyst, and social activist. They discuss his career as an author, his friendship with Pope John Paul II, the inspiration behind characters in novels and movies, the impact of a right-of-center think tank, rethinking work as a spiritual activity, education and career paths, and the joys and challenges of editing and travel.

May 9, 2019 • 1h 5min
The Fragility of Order: Catholic Reflections on Turbulent Time | George Weigel
Catholic commentator George Weigel discusses the importance of order in turbulent times, principles of Catholic Social Doctrine like human rights and the common good, evolution of wealth in society, the significance of human ecology on political freedom, and the impact of virtue and sin on societal order.

Apr 15, 2016 • 22min
Murray's Critique of the American Future Q&A | George Weigel
George Weigel discusses the prevalence of moralistic therapeutic deism among American youth, challenges faced by Catholics in secular society, the impact of social liberalism on voting practices, and rethinking higher education choices for Catholic parents.