Dr. James Madden is Professor of Philosophy at Benedictine College in Atchison, Kansas. He has taught courses in modern philosophy, metaphysics, and philosophy of religion for over 20 years, and his research has included phenomenology, philosophy of mind, analytic philosophy, and cognitive science. Listen in as we discuss his latest book, "Thinking About Thinking: Mind and Meaning in the Era of Techno-Nihilism."

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Bobby Angel is a Catholic author, speaker, and mentor-in-training with CatholicPsych Institute. He has more than 20 years of experience in ministry. He and his wife Jackie have coauthored numerous books on marriage and the spiritual life. His most recent book is entitled "Gaming and the Heroic Life: The Quest for Holiness in the Virtual World." Listen in as we discuss the role of beauty in evangelization, gaming, and the inherent need for community.

Benedictine College is transforming culture in America, one conversation at a time. From our studios in Atchison, Kansas, these are The Benedictine Dialogues.

Dr. Tory Baucum is the Director for the Center for Family Life at Benedictine College. He served for thirty years as an Anglican pastor before coming into full communion with the Catholic Church in 2020. In February 2023, he was appointed into the Copernicus Academy in Torun, Poland. Listen in as we discuss his journey of conversion, his deep passion for the work of Pope St. John Paul II, and the necessity of human dignity and love in reaching the modern culture.

Benedictine College is Transforming Culture in America, one conversation at a time. From our studios in Atchison, Kansas, these are The Benedictine Dialogues.

Dr. Matthew Ramage is Professor of Theology at Benedictine College, where he is Co-Director of the Center for Integral Ecology. His research and writing concentrates especially on the dialogue between faith and science, and stewardship of creation. Listen in as we discuss the Catholic understanding of ecology, Joseph Ratzinger's theology of creation, and the paschal structure of the cosmos.

Benedictine College is Transforming Culture in America, one conversation at a time. From our studios in Atchison, Kansas, these are The Benedictine Dialogues.

Jackie Angel is a full-time international speaker, singer-songwriter, and worship leader. She speaks to worldwide audiences on the topics of Catholic marriage, discernment, and Theology of the Body. She also contributes regularly on the Ascension Presents YouTube channel. Jackie joins Jared Zimmerer at Benedictine College for a conversation on reaching young people today, gender, discernment, and recognizing the movements of the Holy Spirit. Benedictine College is transforming culture in America, one conversation at a time. From our studios in Atchison, Kansas, these are The Benedictine Dialogues.

Bob Pruitt is Senior Counsel, Corporate Affairs Director for Alliance Defending Freedom. The ADF is the world’s largest legal organization committed to protecting religious freedom, free speech, marriage and family, parental rights, and the sanctity of life. Bob is interviewed by Thompson Center Director, Dave Geenens. Listen in as they discuss freedom of speech, and best practices for integrating Christian Identity in the workplace.

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Tom Hoopes is the host of The Extraordinary Story, a podcast about the life of Christ. He is the VP of College Relations, and writer in residence at Benedictine College. He’s a former reporter in Washington, D.C., and he spent ten years as Executive Editor of the National Catholic Register and Faith & Family Magazine. Listen in as we discuss how to understand our lives in light of Jesus, evangelization in the modern world, and the necessity of faith in a culture like our own.

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Dr. Andrew Swafford is Professor of Theology at Benedictine College in Atchison, KS. He is a national speaker on a variety of topics, and the co-author of a new book, "A Catholic Guide to the Old Testament." He's also the author of numerous other books on theology and living the Catholic faith. Andrew holds a doctorate in Sacred Theology and a masters degree in Old Testament and Semitic Languages. Listen in as we discuss the importance of studying the Old Testament, the Judaic roots of Christianity, and lessons from sacred scripture for our everyday life. Stick around until the end for a closing discussion on the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

Stephen D. Minnis is the President of Benedictine College in Atchison, Kansas. Since the beginning of his presidency in 2004, the college has experienced unprecedented growth. The school has doubled enrollment, added dozens of new buildings and programs, and gained recognition as one of America's best Catholic colleges. Listen in as we discuss his leadership philosophy, the deep roots and tradition of the college and the hope to form students and community, faith and scholarship to become great Catholic leaders in every walk of life.