New Polity

The podcast explores the importance of societal values in preventing totalitarianism, the evolution of neutrality in liberalism, the intersection of Christianity and power dynamics, the significance of sanctuary in warfare, the role of punishment in the common good, redefining social responsibility, reverence for nature in farming practices, ethical dilemmas in stock market investing, and the illusion of financial success.

The podcast explores how pornography influences sexual education and perceptions, discussing the rise of transgenderism and societal shifts towards individualism. It delves into the impact of pornography on sexual identity, societal norms, and the paradox of seeking expert advice in relationships. The discussion highlights the challenges of navigating modern sexual values and the clash between sacred sexual love and prevalent porn culture.

Listen on Apple Podcasts | Listen on Spotify | Listen on other platforms Euthanasia is becoming legalized across the Western world. Pat McGeehan, Delegate of West Virginia, is fighting against it. Advocates employ slogans like “death with dignity,” and appeal to compassion; but, the actual results are much different. Already, a “suicide tourism” phenomenon has begun, with people flying to states like Oregon to get legal doctor-assisted suicide. Pat tells a story of one of his constituents who, tragically, was a victim of this. Likewise, Canada’s MAID (Medical Assistance in Dying) program has resulted in the deaths of over 40,000 people since 2016; with legislation only being passed recently to curb the amount of suicide tourism. By legalizing euthanasia, the door is open for gross misuse: the elderly who feel they are a burden to their children could be pressured into an untimely death, people with treatable illnesses could elect to end their lives, hospitals and health insurance providers could increase euthanasia recommendations to patients to decrease costs. But, Pat is fighting for the dignity of his constituents in West Virginia. Euthanasia denies the dignity of the person; Pat is working to uphold that dignity by constitutionally banning euthanasia in the state of West Virginia.Don't miss out on great essays. Subscribe to New Polity magazine.

Listen on Apple Podcasts | Listen on Spotify | Listen on other platforms Marc and Maria continue their conversation on Humanae Vitae; specifically on the desire to control the body and its reproduction through abortion. They discuss how abortion not only plays the function of the killing of innocent children, but reshapes the experience of the body as such. This episode is part 2 of a conversation on the Control of the Body. Listen to part 1 here: ----- READINGS Contraception, Abortion Episode (I-II) Donum Vitae: https://www.vatican.va/roman_curia/congregations/cfaith/documents/rc_con_cfaith_doc_19870222_respect-for-human-life_en.html (All hail the parchment background) Humanae Vitae: https://www.vatican.va/content/paul-vi/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_p-vi_enc_25071968_humanae-vitae.html (All mourn the loss of the parchment background)

Exploring the impact of capitalism on transgenderism, Catholic views on contraception, responsible parenthood, relationships post-contraception, Old Testament laws affecting women, social structures on gender perceptions, ethical concerns of conception methods, and the complexities of parenthood and intimacy.

Writer and journalist John Daniel Davidson discusses America's descent into paganism, the absence of truth leading to a power-focused society, and how Christians should navigate the pagan political landscape. They explore historical clashes between Christianity and paganism, the brutality of ancient Roman aristocrats, the allure of pagan beliefs, the implications of relativism, and the shift from Christian values to pagan power dynamics in American society.

Listen on Apple Podcasts | Listen on Spotify | Listen on other platforms Everywhere is beige. The same beige houses, the same big box department stores, even the exact same food is served everywhere all across the country. What has this monotone sameness done to produce our cultural moment - one that seems to glorify diversity on the one hand, but ship it out en masse with the other? Join Marc Barnes and Maria Brandell as they explore our desaturated modern world and why we look to gender for the way out. Come to our Conference! Don't miss out on great essays. Subscribe to New Polity magazine.

The podcast delves into how Protestantism, led by Martin Luther, shifted the perception of consecrated virginity from an ideal of perfection to merely an individual calling. It explores the evolving gender dynamics, societal shifts, and the impact on religious traditions. The discussion contrasts Protestant views on virginity with Catholic beliefs, emphasizing the individualistic nature of vocation in Protestantism. It also highlights the historical evolution of gender roles, celibacy, and marriage, questioning societal norms and religious ideologies.

Discover how capitalism reshaped gender roles by shifting from feudalism, explore the division of tasks between men and women in different communities, and learn about the impact of transitioning on wealth distribution and societal structures. Uncover the evolution of gender dynamics from historical societies to modern times, reflecting on the challenges and changes in traditional gender norms and relationships.

The hosts discuss the complexity of gender and its relationship with the church, emphasizing the need to contemplate the mystery of gender. They explore the role of monastic life in understanding gender, analyze gender construction, and delve into the multifaceted nature of transgenderism. They also question the significance of gender in society and explore the influence of the transgender narrative.