Midnight Lands Episode 1: Sub-Theocracy, Post-Theocracy, and Genuine Catholic Theology, with Dr. Matthew Dal Santo

Dr. Matthew Dal Santo joins Spencer to discuss his Communio article (https://www.communio-icr.com/articles/print/a-theological-reading-of-the-russian-regime-sergei-bulgakov-and-the-theocra) on Russia’s political regime. We discuss some of the distinctions between being “sub-theocratic”, “post-theocratic”, and anti-theocratic, as well as how these categories intersect with genuine and degraded theologies. This podcast is brought to you by Spencer Hess with the support of The Maurin … Read more

The End of the Modern World: Session One Preview

Here’s a preview video of Spencer’s first session on Romano Guardini’s, The End of the Modern World. In his first session, Spencer gives a brief introduction to Romano Guardini, himself and the Maurin Academy, and covers the first chapter and a half of the book. You can still sign up for this series either on … Read more

Season 2, Ep 6: Current Controversies in Catholicism, An Interview with Suan Sonna of Intellectual Catholicism

This time we interview Suan Sonna—host of Intellectual Catholicism—to talk about the relationship between the Church and State, Aristo-Thomism and natural law. Please fill out this form to be put on the email list for future Maurin Academy seminars, short series, and other events. Support us on Patreon! Dustbowl Diatribes podcast can be found on iTunes, Google … Read more

Season 2, Ep 5: Interview with an Anonymous Pastor

Spencer and Laurie interview an Anonymous Pastor, discussing the state of his/her denomination. Please fill out this form to be put on the email list for future Maurin Academy seminars, short series and other events. Support us on Patreon! Dustbowl Diatribes podcast can be found on iTunes, Google Podcasts, and Audible. Spotify thought we were a music … Read more