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.
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Aug 27, 2020 • 34min
056 - Literature and Hemingway
In this episode, Fr. Gregory and Fr. Bonaventure discuss the literary merits of Ernest Hemingway. Why the brutally terse prose? Why the swaggering machismo? Listen in and find out.

Aug 20, 2020 • 37min
055 - Remote Learning, Remote Work, Remote Life
In this episode Fr. Gregory, Fr. Jacob Bertrand, and Fr. Joseph Anthony discuss the changes that ordinary human interaction have undergone since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic. What does it mean to be with others in this new setting? How can make our relationships more intentional and fruitful given the obstacles to be overcome?

Aug 13, 2020 • 38min
054 - The Virtue of Temperance
Fr. Patrick and Fr. Joseph Anthony discuss the challenges of maintaining temperance during the pandemic, exploring the rise of behaviors like excessive Netflix binging and overindulgence. They delve into the significance of temperance as a cardinal virtue, emphasizing its role in human excellence, union with God, and the perfection of our divine image. The conversation also explores the impact of alcohol consumption on individuals' intellectual faculties, the Catholic perspective on enjoying alcohol in moderation, and the virtues of sobriety, abstinence, and chastity for a fulfilling Christian life.

Aug 6, 2020 • 33min
053 - The French Catholic Spirit
In this episode Fr. Bonaventure and Fr. Patrick chat about the eldest daughter of the Church and her many excellent merits.. From whence the great number of saints, theologians, and artists? Listen in to learn more about Peguy, Bloy, Claudel, and their countrymen.

Jul 30, 2020 • 34min
052 - The Litany of Humility
In this episode Fr. Gregory and Fr. Bonaventure (unironically) discuss the virtue of humility and the Litany of Humility--a favorite prayer of the last century. What about the virtue of humility is so foundational? Why is this prayer so challenging?

Jul 23, 2020 • 32min
051 - Disappointments in Friendship
In this episode, Fr. Jacob Bertrand and Fr. Patrick discuss the trials of friendship. Why are good friends hard to find and harder to keep? What virtues can help us to survive trials and wounds? Tune in to consider these questions and more.

Jul 16, 2020 • 42min
050 - Dominican Spirituality
Join Frs. Patrick, Bonaventure, Jacob Bertrand, and Gregory for our fiftieth episode of Godsplaining. In this episode we consider the hallmarks of the Dominican form of life: preaching, contemplation, study, and joy.

Jul 9, 2020 • 36min
049 - Race in America: The Hard and Seemingly Impossible Conversation
In this episode, Fr. Bonaventure and Fr. Gregory reflect on the current crisis in the conversation surrounding race in America. Why is it so hard to talk about? Is it impossible? If not, what resources do we have for discussing the issue?

Jul 2, 2020 • 40min
048 - In Imitation of Christ: A Male Priesthood
As our culture continues to consider the meaning and need for equality, join Fr. Jacob Bertrand and Fr. Patrick as they consider the nature of the Catholic priesthood. Why are Catholic priests only men? Is this an affront against women? Tune in as we consider these and other pressing questions.

Jun 25, 2020 • 32min
047 - Literature and Flannery O’Connor
In this episode, Fr. Gregory and Fr. Bonaventure chat about the literary merits of Flannery O'Connor. What role does violence play in her literature? Why the emphasis on the grotesque? Where do free will and grace meet in the heart of the human person?


