Thoughts from Home and Abroad

From the Bible to Dante... https://rumble.com/v71b5bi-mwic-krtko-z-josephem-pearcem-v-od-biblii-do-dantego.-filary-cywilizacji-za.html

Why does so much mystery still surround the historic figure of William Shakespeare? https://theimaginativeconservative.org/2025/11/shakespeare-enigma-joseph-pearce.html

In this podcast episode, Pastor Bruce interviews Joseph Pearce, an author whose life exemplifies the transformative power of grace and faith. Pearce shares his personal journey from being a white supremacist in the UK to becoming a devout Christian influenced heavily by authors like GK Chesterton, CS Lewis, and JRR Tolkien. Pearce, who has written [...]

Ida Görres remarks that St. John Henry Newman did not like the use of force or coercion to bring people into the Catholic faith. Joseph, Vivian, and Fr. Fessio then discuss whether excommunication and execution are justifiable acts that respect or destroy human freedom. Finally, they quickly review chapter 5 and debate the merits of [...]

Discussing manhood and literature with Bill Kassel... “Free Expression” on Good Shepherd Radio posted its interview with Joseph Pearce, which begins at approximately 19:09: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/free-expression-episode-164-matthews-pearce/id1701483956?i=1000729146734

In this Memoria Academy Community Lecture, Professor Joseph Pearce explores the transcendent ideals of Goodness, Truth, and Beauty and their essential place at the heart of classical education. Drawing on philosophy, theology, and literature, he reveals how these eternal realities shape both the soul and the intellect in the pursuit of wisdom... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OqY_a18aslA

As we celebrate All Saints and All Souls, it is a good time to remember that these Feast days specifically call to mind all the forgotten Saints and holy souls... https://crisismagazine.com/opinion/the-song-that-never-ends

I'm delighted to share my wife's Halloween-themed musings... https://theimaginativeconservative.org/2025/10/should-christians-read-scary-stories-susannah-pearce.html

Fr. Fessio, Vivian Dudro, and Joseph Pearce discuss how St. John Henry Newman devoted his whole life to Lady Truth just as a man is devoted to his wife. They note how Newman encouraged all people to explore the inherent rationality of the faith so that they can become convinced by its logic and intelligibility. [...]

Which American cities hold a special place in the hearts of the Troubadours? And what secret places are hidden away in their memories? Did Christopher leave his heart in San Francisco? Does William pine for the White Mountains? Does Dan long to ride into the sunset on the prairie? Does Dale long for the call [...]