Intellectual Catholicism
Suan Sonna
Suan Sonna is a Baptist convert to Catholicism who is dedicated to curating the best Catholic intellectual content on philosophy, politics, and theology. He is also passionate about engaging people outside of the Catholic tradition on issues relevant to the Church.
On Nov. 10th, 2022, I received permission from my Archbishop to call the channel "Intellectual Catholicism." He said, "I am not opposed to you calling your channel 'Intellectual Catholicism'."
On Nov. 10th, 2022, I received permission from my Archbishop to call the channel "Intellectual Catholicism." He said, "I am not opposed to you calling your channel 'Intellectual Catholicism'."
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May 25, 2022 • 1h 20min
The Case against Roe v. Wade - Francis J. Beckwith
Francis Beckwith discusses the legal context of Roe v. Wade, and why the Supreme Court appears poised to overturn the decision. We also discuss the emotional problem of abortion and Nancy Pelosi.
May 24, 2022 • 1h 11min
Teleological Realism - Seth Hart & Matthew K. Minerd
Philosophers Seth Hart and Matthew K. Minerd defend the reality of teleology in nature, especially biology, and the ramifications of this fact for ethics and the debate on God's existence.
May 10, 2022 • 1h 24min
Jimmy Akin defends Peter as the rock of Mt. 16:18
Jimmy Akin reviews his debate with Steven Nemes on Capturing Christianity. Who is the rock of Matthew 16:18?
Apr 28, 2022 • 1h 26min
A Nearly Comprehensive Response to Gavin Ortlund on Papal Typology Isaiah 22:22-Matthew 16:19
Suan Sonna responds to Gavin Ortlund's objections to the Isaiah 22:22-Matthew 16:19 typology for the papacy. Suan includes clips from Gavin's channel, their debate, and Suan's own commentary.
Apr 28, 2022 • 1h 6min
From Baptist to Catholic - Suan Sonna (Alcuin Institute)
Suan Sonna describes his conversion in fuller detail at the Alcuin Institute of the Diocese of Tulsa and Eastern Oklahoma.
Apr 28, 2022 • 1h 44min
Joshua Sijuwade on Transubstantiation: A Neo-Aristotelian Account
Catholic philosopher, Joshua Sijuwade, offers a compelling account of what transubstantiation is precisely using cutting edge metaphysics.
Apr 1, 2022 • 1h 34min
The Aesthetics of Aquinas and Scruton - Sebastian Morello
Sebastian Morello, an accomplished student of Sir Roger Scruton, discusses the nature of beauty through the lens of St. Thomas Aquinas and Sir Roger.
Mar 28, 2022 • 1h 47min
A Catholic Thomistic Exploration of Identity after Death - Dr. Christopher Tomaszewski
Dr. Tomaszewski explores the question of whether we survive our own deaths, or if our souls survive but not us. We discuss the relevance of this question to intercession of the saints and the resurrection.
Mar 23, 2022 • 1h 38min
Clement of Rome - Matthew J. Thomas
Who was Clement of Rome? Is he the episcopal successor of Peter? When was his first letter written? Does he teach apostolic succession? Find out with Biblical scholar Matthew J. Thomas!
Mar 19, 2022 • 42min
The Virtue of Prudence - Fr. Gregory Pine, OP
Fr. Gregory Pine discusses the virtue of prudence and his new book.
