Josh Hochschild
Professor of Philosophy at Mount St. Mary’s University, specializing in medieval logic, metaphysics, and ethics, with a focus on the Catholic intellectual tradition.
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Sep 30, 2024 • 40min
Aquinas on Virtue and the Path to Happiness | Prof. Josh Hochschild & Prof. Jane Sloan Peters
Josh Hochschild is a Professor of Philosophy renowned for his work in medieval ethics, and Jane Sloan Peters is an Assistant Professor specializing in biblical interpretation. They delve into Aristotle's take on virtue and the lack of piety in his ethics, contrasting it with Aquinas's views on faith and moral living. The discussion emphasizes the gifts of the Holy Spirit, the role of contemplation for happiness, and how virtues aid in understanding complex theological truths, making the journey to true fulfillment a blend of intellect and divine guidance.
Feb 3, 2025 • 44min
More than Spiritual: Proofs for the Existence of God | Prof. Joshua Hochschild
In this discussion, Professor Joshua Hochschild, a philosophy expert from Mount St. Mary’s University, dives deep into the existence of God. He contrasts Thomas Aquinas’s empirical reasoning with modern skepticism, tackling challenges posed by philosophers like David Hume. Hochschild unpacks Aquinas's five arguments for God's existence, emphasizing their philosophical significance and relevance today. He explores the concept of the unmoved mover, shedding light on the critical role of first causes in understanding change and existence.
