Pints With Aquinas

Called the Prince of Paradox G.K. Chesterton was one of the greatest thinkers and writers of the 20th Century. JRR Tolkien memorized all 143 lines of Chesterton's "Lepanto". C.S. Lewis once said, “the best popular defense of the full Christian position I know is G. K. Chesterton’s The Everlasting Man.” Ronald Knox, the Scholar and Biblical Translator, homilizing at his funeral said, "All of this generation has grown up under Chesterton’s influence so completely that we do not even know when we are thinking Chesterton". Dale Ahlquist the founder of the Chesterton Society and Chesterton Academies joins the show to talk about the life and writings of the Man that was Chesterton. Show Sponsors: https://strive21.com/matt https://ascensionpress.com/fradd Dale's Links:  @AmCHESTERTONsoc  Website: https://www.chesterton.org/ Chesterton Academy Website: https://chestertonschoolsnetwork.org/ Dale's Books: https://www.chesterton.org/store/product-category/by-dale-ahlquist/

Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P., a Catholic priest, discusses his disdain for the Internet and Internet technology. He explores the challenges and dangers of the Internet, the potential it holds, and the importance of balancing local and global connections in the online world.

Mother Natalia, a speaker who talks about her journey learning that humility and gentleness go hand in hand. They discuss the importance of understanding someone's heart before engaging in teasing and the impact of gentleness on relationships. They explore the teachings of St. Maximus the Confessor on humility and the possibility of restoring natural gentleness through kind counsel. They reflect on the significance of gentleness in interactions and the transformative power of gentleness in communication and correction.

Fr. Michael Baggot, a priest discussing Transhumanism and its relation to Transgenderism, joins the show to talk about the leading thinkers in the movement, the philosophies underpinning it, and its goal. They also explore the connection between Transhumanism and Transgenderism, the impact of postmodernism on the movement, and the moral implications of emerging technologies like gene editing. The chapter covers topics such as therapeutic enhancements, cognitive abilities, and the blurring boundaries between humans and machines. They also touch on the Catholic Church's stance on transhumanism and the potential impact of technological advancements on scriptural interpretation. Other interesting topics discussed include enhancing human capabilities with technology, overcoming pornography addiction, and the moral concerns surrounding emerging technologies in warfare.

Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P., a Dominican priest who has written a book, discusses the significance of Theophany as a larger celebration than the Nativity in the Eastern Church. He explores themes of light, confession, and bringing pain and sin to the Lord for a deeper understanding and stronger relationship.

Fr. Gregory Pine discusses the life and death of St. Theresa Benedicta of the Cross (Edith Stein), highlighting her remarkable conversion and tragic end. He explores her compassion and philosophy of love in a transit camp and her understanding of womanhood. The speaker reflects on the profound Christian mystery and announces upcoming events.

The podcast discusses the concept of internal parts and their roles in shaping our behavior. It explores overcoming pornography addiction and self-love. The impact of distractions and information overload on anxiety is explored. The misuse of psychological language and the role of social media misinterpretation are discussed. The challenges faced by individuals with ADHD and approaches to treating gender dysphoria are also covered.

Exploring the consequences of replacing God, understanding spiritual warfare in Christianity, resisting societal influences, and the power of God's pardon in the face of struggles such as the sexual revolution and exposure to pornography.

Stephanie Gray Connors, author of 'My Body for You: A Pro-Life Message for a Post-Roe World', discusses topics including long distance dating, miscarriage, and abortion. She emphasizes the importance of waiting for the right person to marry and explores the impact of parenthood on personal holiness and virtue. Gray also addresses personal and societal aspects of abortion, recognizing admirable qualities in those with different views. The podcast delves into the complexities of defining personhood, the moral implications of embryo adoption, and the political challenges and state-by-state variation in abortion rights.

This podcast explores the importance of understanding Jesus as the second person of the Blessed Trinity, the role of the Blessed Virgin Mary, and Mary as the New Eve, the Ark of the New Covenant, and the Queen Mother. It discusses strategies for explaining the Trinity to Muslims, analyzes biblical examples and early Christian writings, and highlights the significance of Mary's role in salvation history. The chapter also delves into accountability, transgender identity, personal reflection, expressing gratitude, and self-sacrifice.