

Uncommon Sense - The Official Podcast of the Society of Gilbert Keith Chesterton
Society of G.K. Chesterton
The Podcast of the Society of Gilbert Keith Chesterton, where we talk about everything under the sun with a Chestertonian perspective, as well as the writings and legacy of G.K. Chesterton himself. The podcast is hosted by Grettelyn Darkey and Joe Grabowski. Want to give us feedback? Email podcast@chesterton.org.
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Oct 4, 2022 • 25min
The Important Work of the Society, With Brent Forrest
In this episode, Grettelyn and Albert interview Brent Forrest, a long time member of the Society of G.K. Chesterton. They discuss with Brent his time of being a member and why the work of The Society is so needed in today's world. Tune in to hear more! https://chesterton.org/knights

Sep 27, 2022 • 33min
It's All About Community, With Joe Grabowski
In this episode of Uncommon Sense, Grettelyn and Albert talk with Joe Grabowski, the new VP of Evangelization and Mission for the Society of G.K. Chesterton. They discuss with Joe the plans in store to help the community of Chestertonians that are engaged with The Society. Great things ahead! Tune in to find out more! https://chesterton.org https://chesterton.org/knights

Sep 20, 2022 • 39min
The Knight and His Queen, with Maria Romine
In this episode Grettelyn and Albert talk with Maria Romine, the founder of Swords and Roses, a stage-combat show. They talk with Maria about the talk that she gave at the 41st Annual Chesterton Conference regarding Chesterton and Our Lady. That's all coming up in this episode. Nancy Brown's book, G.K. Chesterton and Our Lady: https://www.chesterton.org/store/product/g-k-chesterton-and-our-lady/

Sep 13, 2022 • 39min
Nancy Brown's New Book, G.K. Chesterton and Our Lady
In this episode of Uncommon Sense, Grettelyn and Albert welcome back Nancy Brown to discuss her newest book, G.K. Chesterton and Our Lady. They discuss why the book was written and open up some of the writings on the inside. It is a wonderful insight into Chesterton's admiration of The Blessed Mother. The book is available at: G.K. Chesterton and Our Lady – Store | Society of Gilbert Keith Chesterton JOIN THE KNIGHTS!! Interested in Nancy's new book, Chesterton and Our Lady? Now through October 7, 2022, receive a free copy when you sign up to be a Knight of the Society of Gilbert Keith Chesterton. Learn more at chesterton.org/knights

Sep 6, 2022 • 41min
Pints With Chesterton Reviews the 41st Annual Chesterton Conference
For this episode of Uncommon Sense, Grettelyn and Albert take a break to let the ladies from the Pints With Chesterton podcast lead the way with their own review from attending the 41st Annual Chesterton Conference that took place in Milwaukee, WI this past July 2022. Tune in!

Aug 30, 2022 • 35min
A Piece of Chalk
In this episode of Uncommon Sense, Grettelyn and Albert discuss the Chesterton essay, A Piece of Chalk. They look at Chesterton's view on these small, colored artistic tools and how that unique view is so very important and relevant to all of us today. A Piece of Chalk-American Chesterton Society

Aug 23, 2022 • 29min
Chesterton is Going Digital
In this episode Grettelyn and Albert talk with Michael Lavrisha, a volunteer who is using his talents and his love for Chesterton to work on a project that involves digitizing all of Chesterton's written works. Tune in!

Aug 9, 2022 • 17min
From the 41st Annual Chesterton Conference
In this "not-so-live" episode, Albert and Grettelyn were in Milwaukee for the 41st Annual Chesterton Conference. They talked about their time at the conference, favorite talks, great people and much more. Tune in for this conference wrap-up on this edition of Uncommon Sense.

Jul 26, 2022 • 34min
41st Annual Chesterton Conference, The New Guy and The Veteran
In this episode Albert will be asking Grettelyn all the "new guy" questions he can come up with about the upcoming 41st Annual Chesterton Conference. They'll talk about everything from keynotes to after glows. The new guy gets taught by the veteran on the is episode of Uncommon Sense.

Jul 19, 2022 • 29min
John Walker, The Man Who is Chesterton
John Walker, a professional actor, joins this episode of Uncommon Sense and talks about his own journey through Hollywood and how he eventually ended up taking up the role of playing G.K. Chesterton himself.