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Philosophy for the People

Release Date: 11/20/2023

Fr. Thomas Joseph White on the Existence of God and the Rationality of Religious Belief show art Fr. Thomas Joseph White on the Existence of God and the Rationality of Religious Belief

Philosophy for the People

Pat is joined by Fr. Thomas Joseph White to discuss some of the contents of his recent book Principles of Catholic Theology, Book 2: On the Rational Credibility of Christianity  

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Mathematical Objects Are Non-Physical (and You Are Too) w/ Dr. Selmer Bringsjord - Part 1 show art Mathematical Objects Are Non-Physical (and You Are Too) w/ Dr. Selmer Bringsjord - Part 1

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This converation was originally hosted for the Mind Matters podcast, but is now being shared here. 

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Classical Theism, Divine Simplicity, and Ultimate Explanation (replay from Classical Theism Podcast) show art Classical Theism, Divine Simplicity, and Ultimate Explanation (replay from Classical Theism Podcast)

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This episode -- focusing on classical theism, divine simplicity, and ultimate explanation -- is a special replay of a conversation with Dr. Christopher Tomaszewski as featured on The Classical Theism Podcast. Pat appears toward the end to engage Chris on what resources (if any) classical theism might afford to meta-epistemology. Check out John's Classical Theism Podcast (it's one of the best) and consider supporting him on Patreon:  

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The Problem of Divine Hiddenness | Is There Non-Resistant Non-Belief Belief? w/ Dr. Stephen Napier show art The Problem of Divine Hiddenness | Is There Non-Resistant Non-Belief Belief? w/ Dr. Stephen Napier

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Dr. Stephen Napier returns to Philosophy for the People to discuss his recent publication in response to the problem of divine hiddenness: Is There Non-Resistant Non-Belief?   PS - Sorry for the "beeping" noise throughout. Is what it is.

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Philosophy QnA w/ Dr. Gaven Kerr show art Philosophy QnA w/ Dr. Gaven Kerr

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Gaven takes listener questions on philosophy, theology, and how to get published. 

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Substance Dualism w/ Dr. Stewart Goetz and Dr. Charles Taliaferro show art Substance Dualism w/ Dr. Stewart Goetz and Dr. Charles Taliaferro

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Please enjoy this conversation exploring substance dualism. Subscribe if you want. Or not! 

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Scripture and Metaphysics (plus QnA) w/ Dr. Gaven Kerr show art Scripture and Metaphysics (plus QnA) w/ Dr. Gaven Kerr

Philosophy for the People

Come hang with Dr. Gaven Kerr as we chat Scripture and Metaphysics. PS - Check out Pat's new book The Best Argument for God:  

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Catholicism and the Problem of God w/ Dr. Mark Spencer show art Catholicism and the Problem of God w/ Dr. Mark Spencer

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Dr. Mark Spencer has a new Element out called Catholicism and the Problem of God. In this episode, we explore some of the contents of that book, including the apparent tensions that arise between Catholic claims concerning God and philosophy of God, or features of God and features of the world (i.e., problem of evil).  For more, check out Pat's philosophy Substack:  Also, Pat's book The Best Argument for God:  

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Is God the World's Soul? A Thomistic Critique of Panentheism w/ Fr. James Dominic Rooney show art Is God the World's Soul? A Thomistic Critique of Panentheism w/ Fr. James Dominic Rooney

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Fr. James Dominic Rooney returns to Philosophy for the People to discuss his recent critique of panentheism. If you like the video, hit like and subscribe to Philosophy for the People for more!  More Resources: Pat's philosophy Substack: Pat's book The Best Argument for God:  

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The Logical Problem of Evil - Is It Dead or Alive? show art The Logical Problem of Evil - Is It Dead or Alive?

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Pat offers a brief introduction to the logical problem -- or better, logical argument -- from evil (against the existence of God). 👉 More Resources: Pat's philosophy Substack:   Pat's book The Best Argument for God:  

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More Episodes

Whether you're new to philosophy or looking to deepen your understanding, this video is your guide to tackling philosophical texts with confidence. In this episode, Pat offers tips on everything from having the right mindset when engaging philosophical texts to practical approaches for absorbing the most from them. 

More Resources:

Pat's philosophy Substack: https://chroniclesofstrength.substack.com/ 

Pat's book The Best Argument for God: https://amzn.to/47Djn89