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Uncommon Sense

Society of G.K. Chesterton

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The Podcast of the Society of Gilbert Keith Chesterton, where we talk about everything under the sun with a Chestertonian perspective, as well as the writings and legacy of G.K. Chesterton himself. The podcast is hosted by Grettelyn Darkey and Joe Grabowski. Want to give us feedback? Email podcast@chesterton.org.
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The Defendant

G.K. Chesterton on Podiobooks.com

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A collection of essays by Gilbert Keith Chesterton, "Defences" of things at best less appreciated than they ought to be. "... It becomes increasingly apparent, therefore, that the world is in a permanent danger of being misjudged. That this is no fanciful or mystical idea may be tested by simple examples. The two absolutely basic words 'good' and 'bad,' descriptive of two primal and inexplicable sensations, are not, and never have been, used properly. Things that are bad are not called good ...
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Dale Ahlquist, President of the G.K. Chesterton Society, joins John to discuss the lasting relevance of Chesterton’s works in today’s world. Ahlquist highlights how Chesterton’s observations on issues like government power, the virtues of faith, hope, and charity, and the decline of reason in modern society, remain remarkably pertinent. With his tr…
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In this episode, Grettelyn and Joe continue their conversation on the Church season of All Hallows' Tide, looking at Prayers for the Dead and the Church's discipline of Indulgences. Then, they wrap up with a brief chat about Halloween and how Christians can celebrate it, even some of the "spooky" bits like skeletons! For the document Joe references…
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Shawn Ryan, former Navy SEAL and CIA contractor, joins John to discuss politics, war, and the psychological toll of military service. Shawn reflects on his experiences in conflict zones like Iraq and Afghanistan, the rise of his podcast “The Shawn Ryan Show,” and how it resonated with listeners craving authenticity amidst a media landscape they no …
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With the approach of All Souls' Day (November 2nd), Joe and Grettelyn chat about the Catholic doctrine of Purgatory, sharing a bit about Chesterton's views and trying to explain this very misunderstood and oft-maligned teaching to those unfamiliar. For the document Joe references in the episode, see https://www.vatican.va/content/paul-vi/en/apost_c…
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Patrick Bet-David joins John to reflect on his inspiring journey from immigrant to thriving entrepreneur. He shares personal stories about the challenges and successes that shaped him, from his early life to his rise in the business world. Bet-David highlights how discipline, self-reliance and resilience have been crucial for him in overcoming life…
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In this episode, Joe talks with Deacon Nathan Allen, who annotated ACS Books' version of Hilaire Belloc's delightful novelette, "The Four Men." Learn more about Belloc, his poetry, and the Four Men Feast! To buy ACS Book's "The Four Men" visit https://www.chesterton.org/store/product/four-men/ To learn more about The Four Men Feast, visit https://w…
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Celebrating yesterday's memorial of Our Lady of the Rosary, Joe and Grettelyn look at some of Chesterton's Marian poems celebrating the "Queen of Victory." To join the Knights of the Apostolate, visit https://chesterton.org/knights.על ידי Society of G. K. Chesterton
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Victor Davis Hanson joins John to explore the 2024 presidential election and the escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Hanson criticises President Joe Biden, suggesting his cognitive decline has left a power vacuum in the American government. He also sees Vice President Harris’ policy shifts as strategic rather than genuine, causing …
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Joe chats with Kerry McDonald ( @liberatedpodcast ) about the wave of interest in alternative options for education, including the Chesterton Schools Network (https://chestertonschoolsnetwork.org) and the current state of school choice throughout the country. For more about Kerry: https://fee.org/people/kerry-mcdonald/ https://twitter.com/kerry_edu…
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Major-General Tim Cross joins John to discuss his experiences in the military amidst global security challenges. Reflecting on his involvement in the 2003 Iraq invasion, he acknowledges the failures of the post-war period, criticising the poor decisions that undermined lasting nation-building efforts. He also examines the growing threats from autho…
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Join John as he speaks with Oxford Professor John Lennox about the intriguing connections between science, religion, and modern cultural shifts. Lennox reflects on how figures like Jordan Peterson have opened the door for renewed dialogue between Christianity and science. He argues that historical scientific pioneers were driven by their faith in a…
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Grettelyn speaks with Ryan Whitaker, filmmaker and author. For more about Ryan, visit his website: https://www.ryanwhitakerfilm.com/ For his books: http://bakerpublishinggroup.com/authors/ryan-whitaker-smith/3539 https://www.moodypublishers.com/winter-fire/על ידי Society of G. K. Chesterton
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John sits down with Professor Steve Tsang, a political scientist and historian of China, to discuss Xi Jinping and the Chinese Communist Party. Professor Steve Tsang describes Xi Jinping’s leadership style as “Sinocentric Consultative Leninism”: absolute control by the Communist Party. This control is maintained through surveillance, ostensible ‘an…
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Joe and Grettelyn talk with Dr. Alex Plato of Franciscan University about Chesterton and Belloc's socio-economic thought and how it is more relevant today than ever before. To learn more about Alex, visit https://spt.franciscan.edu/faculty/plato-alex/. To learn more about New Polity, visit https://newpolity.com/…
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In this episode, John sits down with Justin Brierley, an English academic, writer, podcaster, and Christian apologist. They explore cultural shifts in the West, particularly the rise and decline of New Atheism, and how recent years have seen a surprising resurgence of interest in Christianity, even among secular intellectuals. Brierley discusses hi…
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Grettelyn speaks with Lee and Valiree Sondeno about their conversion influenced by the reading of G.K. Chesterton and by the Apostolate of Common Sense! Help support our work bringing people closer to Christ and His Church. Visit https://chesterton.org/give to give today.על ידי Society of G. K. Chesterton
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John Anderson speaks with Lord Mervyn King about the shortcomings of modern economics, including its detachment from practical issues and over-reliance on modelling. They discuss the failures of economic forecasting during the COVID-19 pandemic and on climate change, stressing the importance of humility and honesty from policymakers. The discussion…
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Grettelyn speaks with Fabiola Garza, author of Princesses of Heaven from Word on Fire books (https://bookstore.wordonfire.org/products/princesses-of-heaven). To see Fabiola, join us at the 43rd Annual Chesterton Conference! Visit https://www.chesterton.org/43rd-annual-chesterton-conference/ today.על ידי Society of G. K. Chesterton
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Konstantin Kisin returns to discuss his recent tour in America and analysis of the UK election: the decline of the Conservative Party, the rise of the Reform Party, and the structural challenges in Britain that now face the Labour Party. Reflecting on broader geopolitical issues, Kisin also shares his views on the Ukraine conflict and the need for …
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Join John Anderson as he interviews Peter Hitchens after the recent defeat of the Tories and the ascension of Keir Starmer. Hitchens offers a critical perspective on the Conservative Party and their gradual embrace of Tony Blair’s New Labour policies. He and John also explore the impact of public disengagement, the influence of public relations & a…
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Grettelyn speaks with Dan Kerr, President of Saint Martin's Academy and one of the Troubadours. Come see Dan at the Chesterton Conference! Saint Martin's: https://saintmartinsacademy.org/ Tuesdays with the Troubadours: https://saintmartinsacademy.org/troubadours/ 43rd Annual Chesterton Conference: https://www.chesterton.org/43rd-annual-chesterton-c…
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Joe speaks to Jason Craig of Fraternus (https://fraternus.net) and Sword and Spade magazine(https://swordandspade.mykajabi.com/). Jason is also author of Leaving Boyhood Behind (https://www.osvcatholicbookstore.com/product/leaving-boyhood-behind-reclaiming-catholic-brotherhood) from OSV and a contributor to the new volume on Localism from Sophia Pr…
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In this interview, John is joined by classical education advocate Andrew Kern. They explore the transformative potential of classical education, highlighting its respect for humility, heritage, and the importance it places on cultivating wisdom and virtue.Kern addresses the challenges posed by modern technology, and the increasing trend of homescho…
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This is a special presentation of a recent bonus episode from our Everlasting Man Online Book Club! To sign up for the Book Club and see future live streams, visit https://chesterton.org/everlastingman To buy Nancy's book, visit https://www.chesterton.org/store/product/frances-chesterton/על ידי Society of G. K. Chesterton
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In this episode, Grettelyn speaks with Brady Stiller, author of "Your Life is a Story" from Word on Fire publishing, and a speaker at this summer's Chesterton conference! For Brady's book, visit https://bookstore.wordonfire.org/products/your-life-is-a-story For the Chesterton conference visit https://www.chesterton.org/43rd-annual-chesterton-confer…
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In this interview, John speaks with Iain McGilchrist about the differences between the left and right hemispheres of the brain and their impact on our perception and interaction with the world. Iain explains that the left hemisphere focuses on details and immediate tasks, while the right hemisphere maintains a broad, vigilant awareness of the envir…
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In this episode, Grettelyn speaks with Carrie Gress, author and fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center. To learn more about Carrie, visit her website: https://www.carriegress.com/ For the Chesterton conference this summer, visit https://www.chesterton.org/conferenceעל ידי Society of G. K. Chesterton
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Chris Check of Catholic Answers (https://catholic.com) joins Joe and Grettelyn to talk about his talk at this summer's Chesterton Conference (https://chesterton.org/conference) about Saint Gregory the Great and his tremendous influence on the history of Christianity.על ידי Society of G. K. Chesterton
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In this interview, John Anderson speaks with Peter Court and Walter Purio, experts in maritime security, about Australia's vulnerabilities in shipping logistics and maritime defence.They highlight Australia's lack of domestically registered international trading ships, leaving the country heavily reliant on foreign vessels. They also examine the ec…
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Popular Catholic YouTuber and speaker Brian Holdsworth joins Grettelyn and Joe to talk about evangelizing online, good literature and culture, and more! To learn more about Brian, visit his website: https://brianholdsworth.ca/ To register for this summer's Chesterton conference, visit https://www.chesterton.org/conference.…
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