Prayers for the Dead, Indulgences, and Halloween
Uncommon Sense
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 in the episode, see For Chesterton's "A Defense of Skeletons" see
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A Catholic Chat about Purgatory
Uncommon Sense
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
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Hilaire Belloc and 'The Four Men' - with Deacon Nathan Allen
Uncommon Sense
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 To learn more about The Four Men Feast, visit
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Special Episode: G. K. Chesterton's Marian Poetry
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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 .
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Families, Education and Choice, with Kerry McDonald
Uncommon Sense
Joe chats with Kerry McDonald () about the wave of interest in alternative options for education, including the Chesterton Schools Network () and the current state of school choice throughout the country. For more about Kerry: To join the Knights of the Apostolate of Common Sense:
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Drawing Inspiration from Chesterton, with Ben Hatke
Uncommon Sense
Grettelyn chats with Ben Hatke about his books and illustrations, his connection to Chesterton, and his circumnavigation of the globe! To learn more about Ben and his work, visit his website:
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Teaching the Enjoyment of Chesterton
Uncommon Sense
Greg Pyne joins Grettelyn and Joe to talk about enjoying Chesterton's writings and passing that joy on to students.
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Bringing Chesterton to Film, with Ryan Whitaker
Uncommon Sense
Grettelyn speaks with Ryan Whitaker, filmmaker and author. For more about Ryan, visit his website: For his books:
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Chesterton and Wonder at God's Creation, with Mike Creavey
Uncommon Sense
Joe and Grettelyn talk to Mike Creavey of The Gracious Guest about appreciation for creation and how to bring Chesterton into students' lives. For more from Mike, visit
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Liturgy, Localism and Beauty - with Father Michael Rennier
Uncommon Sense
Grettelyn and Joe speak to Father Michael Rennier about his work, writing, and the importance of beauty. Links:
info_outlineIn this episode, Grettelyn and Joe speak with Mark Adderley, author of the McCracken adventure series of books.
To learn more about Mark, visit https://mark-adderley.com