Socrates in the City

In this thought-provoking conversation, Konstantin Kisin, a writer, comedian, and co-host of TRIGGERnometry, delves into the critical role of free speech in the West. He and Eric Metaxas discuss how woke culture challenges historical achievements and the importance of maintaining a balance between pride and shame. They examine the cultural implications of free expression, the moral complexities of censorship, and the geopolitical consequences of embracing wokeness. Kisin advocates for open dialogue to navigate the delicate relationship between truth and safety.

Host Eric Metaxas welcomes lawyer, activist, and Independent Presidential candidate Mr. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to the Socrates in the City stage with a standing ovation for a conversation on America. In keeping with the forum’s history, Mr. Metaxas asks Mr. Kennedy the big questions, questions on “life, God, and other small topics”. Conversation topics are wide-ranging and include everything from government corruption to drug addiction to RFK Jr.’s faith in God to the murder of his uncle and father, and include references to cultural figures such as Upton Sinclair, Carl Jung, Albert Camus, and… Anthony Fauci. The duo even discuss a recent dinner with RFK Jr., Hilary Clinton, and Mike Pompeo in attendance, the last of whom said something noteworthy to the guest. This captivating exchange took place before a live audience in New York City in June 2024.The post Robert F. Kennedy Jr. – America: Past, Present, and Future first appeared on Socrates in the City.

Roger Kimball, editor of The New Criterion, and Eric Metaxas discuss the intellectual life, covering topics like the impact of political correctness, the effects of the sexual revolution on culture, and the rise of Artificial Intelligence. They also touch on the history of The New Criterion, cultural Marxism, virtue signaling, and the societal shifts in values.

Wallstreet businessman turned author Michael Wilkerson sits down with host Eric Metaxas to answer the question of if and why America matters. After his business in Africa was paused during the 2020 Covid shutdowns, Wilkerson’s eyes were opened to the partisan, cultural, and ideological divides in America, and he wondered if the nation could still be good, or even great. Taking an in-depth look at history — from the settlers to Abraham Lincoln and beyond — Wilkerson argues that a new century requires a new vision of American greatness.The post Michael Wilkerson: Why America Matters first appeared on Socrates in the City.

The day after his Socrates in the City event on C.S. Lewis and Scientism, The Discovery Institute’s Dr. John West sits down with Host Eric Metaxas to discuss his documentary Human Zoos: America’s Forgotten History of Scientific Racism. Human Zoos tells the shocking story of how thousands of indigenous peoples were put on public display in America in the early decades of the twentieth century. To watch the full documentary, head to https://humanzoos.org/. The post John West: Human Zoos: America’s Forgotten History of Scientific Racism first appeared on Socrates in the City.

In this engaging discussion, scientist and attorney Casey Luskin, editor of The Comprehensive Guide to Science and Faith, dives into the intricate relationship between faith and science. He wrestles with the compatibility of Darwinian evolution and traditional beliefs, exploring concepts like irreducible complexity. Luskin highlights the complexities of human origins and critiques conventional narratives, raising fascinating questions about the fossil record and genetic connections with chimpanzees. This thought-provoking conversation challenges listeners to rethink science's objectivity and embrace open dialogue.

English Professor at Houston Baptist University, Louis Markos, returns for a second conversation with Socrates in the City’s Eric Metaxas. For this entertaining Studio conversation, the duo illustrate how ancient myths point to Christ, discussing C.S. Lewis, Pandora’s Box, Genesis, and much else along the way.The post Louis Markos: Myth Made Fact: Reading Greek and Roman Mythology through Christian Eyes first appeared on Socrates in the City.

Louis Markos, English Professor at Houston Baptist University, joins host Eric Metaxas for a fascinating conversation on how the work of Plato —  Socrates’s student and Aristotle’s teacher — has shaped the Christian faith. In this lively discussion, the two look at Plato’s best-known texts and talk about how it affected figures like Augustine, Dante, and C. S. Lewis.The post Louis Markos: From Plato to Christ: How Platonic Thought Shaped the Christian Faith first appeared on Socrates in the City.

The Stream’s John Zmirak and host Eric Metaxas sit down to discuss Zmirak’s new book: No Second Amendment, No First. No Second Amendment, No First is nothing less an urgent call for moral clarity, and a full-throated reminder of what is at stake in the war for our nation’s soul.The post John Zmirak: No Second Amendment, No First first appeared on Socrates in the City.

Writer and cultural commentator Andrew Klavan returns for an in-depth conversation with host Eric Metaxas on his nonfiction book, The Truth and Beauty. The two discuss the Romantic’s response to the collapse of European thought and belief and what that means for us today.The post Andrew Klavan: The Truth and Beauty Part Two first appeared on Socrates in the City.