Fr. James Brent, a Dominican friar and philosophy professor, dives into the synergy between philosophy and theology. He discusses how sound philosophy lays the groundwork for faith and explores themes from Aquinas and John Paul II. Fr. Brent shares his journey from atheism to embracing Dominican spirituality, highlighting the importance of metaphysics in understanding existence. The conversation emphasizes the role of faith and reason in revealing truth, while also touching on the transformative power of the Rosary as a meditation on divine mercy.