Godsplaining
Dominican Friars Province of St. Joseph
Welcome to Godsplaining: Each week Dominican friars tackle the questions that keep you up at night—faith, doubt, culture, philosophy, theology, and real life. Expect clear Catholic answers, big ideas, and conversations that spark “aha” moments without (too much) jargon. Whether you’re a cradle Catholic who loves Thomas Aquinas or just curious, pull up a chair and think deeper with us. New episodes every Thursday—subscribe now.
Episodes
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Nov 5, 2020 • 31min
066 - For All the Saints
In this episode, Fr. Gregory, Fr. Patrick, and Fr. Joseph-Anthony discuss the Church's practice of "saint worship." What do saints provide that God does not? What's the sense of veneration and intercession? Will Fr. Joseph-Anthony choose a Dominican as his favorite saint?
Oct 29, 2020 • 32min
065 - What Happened to the Soul? Psychology and the Soul
In this episode join Fr. Jacob Bertrand and Fr. Bonaventure as they discuss the soul, its relation to the human person, and its place in the world of psychology, spirituality, and the faith.
Oct 22, 2020 • 31min
064 - Why Vote?
In this episode, Fr. Gregory and Fr. Jacob Bertrand consider the value of voting. While there are plenty of reasons to be cynical and jaded about the political process, in what sense is voting to be seen as part of our flourishing as human beings?
Oct 15, 2020 • 31min
063 - The Divine Office
Join Fr. Bonaventure and Fr. Jacob Bertrand as they discuss praying the breviary and entering into the fullness of the Church's liturgical prayer and worship of our God.
Oct 8, 2020 • 31min
062 - Dominicans on Jesuits
In this episode, Fr. Bonaventure and Fr. Gregory give their take on one of the largest religious congregations in the world: the Society of Jesus. How do Jesuits differ from Dominicans? Are they rather alike? Are they dread enemies? Listen in to find out.
Oct 1, 2020 • 40min
061 - Consolation and Desolation
In this episode Fr. Jacob Bertrand and Fr. Joseph-Anthony discuss the role of consolation and desolation in the spiritual life and some of St. Thomas's recommendations for those difficult periods.
Sep 24, 2020 • 34min
060 - Overcoming Fear
In this episode, Fr. Gregory and Fr. Patrick explore the human experience of fear? To what is it a response? How can we hope to overcome it? How does God address Himself to our fears?
Sep 17, 2020 • 36min
059 - The Enlightenment
In this episode, Fr. Bonaventure and Fr. Patrick examine the philosophical roots of our contemporary culture. What exactly is the Enlightenment, and how does it bear upon our culture, our morality, and our relationships?
Sep 10, 2020 • 31min
058 - Judgment and Judgmentalism
In this episode, Fr. Gregory and Fr. Jacob Bertrand discuss the place that judgment occupies in human perfection. What ought we to judge? What ought we not? And, should I fear being thought judgmental?
Sep 3, 2020 • 34min
057 - Literature and Michael O’Brien
In this episode, Fr. Jacob Bertrand and Fr. Patrick discuss one of their favorite contemporary Catholic authors - Michael O'Brien. Tune in to learn about the author's life, novels, and the motivation for his literary exploits.
