The Josias Podcast

Felix de St Vincent, a thought-provoking writer known for his articles on contemporary issues, joins the discussion about liberalism's complexities. They explore its historical roots, dating back to the religious conflicts of the Thirty Years' War. The conversation critiques egalitarianism and examines social stations within a structured community. The idea of dignity evolves from action-based to inherent, impacting self-worth. They also delve into the ethical dimensions of liberalism, asking if to oppose it means embracing cruelty while questioning the nature of freedom.

Dive into the fascinating transition from Aristotelian thought to Enlightenment philosophies. Explore how modern thinkers like Descartes and Kant reshaped our understanding of nature and ethics. Music by Philip Glass ties in with the philosophical journeys of Gandhi and Tolstoy. The podcast critiques the reliance on classical ideas and examines its implications on morality and knowledge. Finally, it reflects on humanity's role in the natural order, connecting ecological concerns with deeper philosophical inquiries.

Dive into the fascinating debate about whether rocks, plants, and even stars have intrinsic purposes. Explore how Enlightenment views on nature influence our perception of humanity, and uncover the tension between industrial monotony and vital human connections. Examine Aristotle's timeless ideas on teleology and causality, contrasting ancient wisdom with modern scientific thought. Join the hosts as they unravel the complexities of purpose in nature and question the relevance of these age-old philosophies in today’s world.

Dive into the fascinating world of rights and law, where ancient philosophy meets modern interpretation. Explore the evolution of rights from community focus to individual autonomy. Historical insights discuss the Austrian Constitution's foundations and the interplay of church and state. Critique the subjective nature of modern rights while advocating for a justice framework rooted in inherent human dignity. Discover how art and music influence these concepts, all while engaging with Enlightenment thinkers and their lasting impact.

Antiliberalism? Illiberalism? Crypto-neo-facsco-socialist-theocracy? In this episode (iTunes, Google Play), we discuss a variety of jargon terms used to describe different schools of Catholic political thought. And we talk about Freemasons. And Mozart. And Sicilian uprisings. And many other things. We had so much fun we just kept going for 90 minutes, so pace yourself, dear listener. Lots of goodness ahead.

“The Common Good” is a bland, empty phrase that gets tossed around a lot. In our inaugural podcast, ( iTunes) the editors of The Josias are here to take back The Common Good and give it some substance. Along the way we’ll encounter some Nazis, do battle with unnamed French Thomists, and record and delete an entire 12 minute segment about Schubert.