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Prejudice to Priesthood

2025-11-12T19:20:38+00:00

Fr. Fessio, Vivian, Dudro, and Joseph Pearce discuss Newman’s original hatred for the Catholic Church, caused by many religious and cultural prejudices. They point out that Newman’s heart began to change when he saw the pastoral and charitable work of the Catholic Church. They also note the tension within Newman, who is both very intellectually [...]

Prejudice to Priesthood2025-11-12T19:20:38+00:00

The Shakespeare Enigma

2025-11-07T20:44:21+00:00

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

The Shakespeare Enigma2025-11-07T20:44:21+00:00

A Journey with C. S. Lewis

2025-11-05T23:14:58+00:00

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 [...]

A Journey with C. S. Lewis2025-11-05T23:14:58+00:00

Conversion and Coercion

2025-11-05T21:51:45+00:00

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 [...]

Conversion and Coercion2025-11-05T21:51:45+00:00

Why Real Men Read the Classics

2025-11-03T23:02:06+00:00

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

Why Real Men Read the Classics2025-11-03T23:02:06+00:00

The Goodness, Truth and Beauty of Classical Education

2025-11-03T22:35:01+00:00

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

The Goodness, Truth and Beauty of Classical Education2025-11-03T22:35:01+00:00
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