Patrick Deneen

Patrick Deneen, a professor of political science at the University of Notre Dame, dives into compelling discussions on freedom and political order. He critiques liberalism's paradoxes and its impact on traditional institutions vital for virtue. Deneen contrasts classical and modern notions of government, revealing how prioritizing individual desires can lead to self-imposed tyranny. He also reflects on Tocqueville’s insights regarding the crucial role of religion in maintaining societal balance and the shifting confidence in Catholicism across generations.

Patrick Deneen, a political science professor at the University of Notre Dame, dives deep into the relationship between freedom, truth, and political order. He examines how modern liberalism's individualism impacts communal values and mental well-being. The conversation critiques contemporary notions of liberty, particularly among youth valuing safety over individual expression. Deneen also reflects on historical challenges that liberalism poses to Catholic values, emphasizing local stewardship and the importance of community connections in fostering a sense of fulfillment.

Liberalism, write Patrick Deneen, "has been for modern Americans like water for a fish, an encompassing political ecosystem in which we have swum, unaware of its existence.” Deneen, a political theorist at Notre Dame, isn’t talking about the liberalism of the left, the liberalism of Elizabeth Warren or Nancy Pelosi. He’s talking about the liberalism that drives both the left and the right, the one that elevates individual flourishing over groups, families, places, nature. That’s the liberalism that is wrecking our societies and our happiness, Deneen says, and while the left and the right often disagree on how to achieve it, they're both disastrously bought into its core ideas. Deneen’s book, Why Liberalism Failed, has become a quiet sensation, gaining plaudits from conservative pundits and even showing up on Barack Obama’s reading list. His is a radical critique, and while I disagree with much of it, the things it gets right are important.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Renowned political philosopher Patrick Deneen joins hosts Bethany and Luigi to discuss his proposed 'Regime Change' and its implications for capitalism. They explore political ideologies, compare Hungary's Orban government to the US, delve into justice and progress, critique capitalism, and consider alternative ideas to prioritize non-economic values.

Prof. Patrick Deneen discusses challenges in maintaining Catholic identity in universities amidst secularization trends. The podcast explores historical shifts in Catholic education, the link between democracy and the Kingdom of God, and the importance of classical Christian schools. It also analyzes secularization as a form of civil religion and the dangers of elevating human institutions to deities.

Patrick Deneen, a political theorist, explores the roots and ironies of liberalism, highlighting the dis-ease within the philosophy. He discusses how liberalism has affected different classes and turned goods like family and community into luxury items. Deneen also delves into the role of multiculturalism and reflects on the need for a successor philosophy to liberalism.

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Roman Catholic political philosopher Patrick Deneen discusses his book 'Regime Change' critiquing liberalism and proposing post-liberal solutions. The podcast explores the evolution of elites, subjectivity of statistics, and elite disconnect with working-class prejudice.

Exploring the existential angst in DeLillo's White Noise, the podcast delves into themes of distraction, amnesia, and unfulfilled longings. It discusses the humor, societal commentary, and relevance of the novel in today's world, along with the complex relationships, family dynamics, and psychological complexities portrayed in the story. Additionally, the exploration of death, technology, and modernity in the novel's plot adds depth to the conversation on human existence and transcendence.

Political theorist Patrick Deneen delves into Don DeLillo's 'White Noise,' unpacking existential themes amid modern distractions. The discussion reveals the absurdities of contemporary life as seen through the lens of the protagonist, Jack Gladney, and his unconventional family. Deneen highlights consumer culture's chaos and the quest for meaning in relationships, while reflecting on memory, love, and mortality. The interplay of humor and deep philosophical inquiry offers a thought-provoking take on how literature mirrors our societal struggles.