Logos Podcast
271 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 days ago - ★★★★★ - 24 ratingsOn this podcast, Max and Joey, two seminarians of the Roman Catholic Church, sit/stand and discuss the Christian philosophical and theological traditions. Our hope is to bring you, our audience, to an encounter with the all encompassing Person comprising the beauty, truth, and goodness of the Church.
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Ep. 12 (On The Sacraments)
May 12, 2021 02:50 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBOn this episode, we discuss the precious gifts Jesus Christ instituted in The Church as instruments of grace, namely the sacraments. We hope this episode gives you all a general idea of what the sacraments are and why they are important to the Christian life. Also, Sam gives us an inside scoop (pun totally intended) into his life by sharing an embarrassing experience he once had with an ex-girlfriend. Enjoy!Support the show
Ep. 12 - The Sacraments: Do They Matter?
May 12, 2021 02:50 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBOn this episode, we discuss the precious gifts Jesus Christ instituted in The Church as instruments of grace, namely the sacraments. We hope this episode gives you all a general idea of what the sacraments are and why they are important to the Christian life. Also, Sam gives us an inside scoop (pun totally intended) into his life by sharing an embarrassing experience he once had with an ex-girlfriend. Enjoy! Support the Show.
Ep. 11 - Aliens and Christianity
May 04, 2021 04:12 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBOn this episode, we discuss some of the implications that the possible existence of extraterrestrial life has for the Christian faith. Although this may seem like an odd topic to discuss, it is very relevant. With some of the most recent inexplicable sightings and an official note from the Pentagon on this topic, and in it stating that they will publish a file on UFO sightings in June, we found it particularly important to address what this means for the people of both reason and faith. Sup...
Ep. 11 (On Aliens)
May 04, 2021 04:12 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBOn this episode, we discuss some of the implications that the possible existence of extraterrestrial life has for the Christian faith. Although this may seem like an odd topic to discuss, it is very relevant. With some of the most recent inexplicable sightings and an official note from the Pentagon on this topic, and in it stating that they will publish a file on UFO sightings in June, we found it particularly important to address what this means for the people of both reason and faith.Suppor...
Ep. 11 (Extraterrestrial Life and Catholicism)
May 04, 2021 04:12 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBOn this episode, we discuss some of the implications that the possible existence of extraterrestrial life has for the Christian faith. Although this may seem like an odd topic to discuss, it is very relevant. With some of the most recent inexplicable sightings and an official note from the Pentagon on this topic, and in it stating that they will publish a file on UFO sightings in June, we found it particularly important to address what this means for the people of both reason and faith. Supp...
Ep. 10 (On Karl Marx)
April 26, 2021 19:58 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MBOn this episode, we take on a historical figure who's ideas, directly or indirectly, still inform modern man, namely Karl Marx. What does he actually believe? Who is he? Why does he have that crazy hair? Tune in and you will find a somewhat bearable answer!Support the show
Ep. 10 - Karl Marx: Who Is The Man?
April 26, 2021 19:58 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MBOn this episode, we take on a historical figure who's ideas, directly or indirectly, still inform modern man, namely Karl Marx. What does he actually believe? Who is he? Why does he have that crazy hair? Tune in and you will find a somewhat bearable answer! Support the Show.
Ep. 9 (On Jordan Peterson)
April 19, 2021 14:26 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MBJordan Peterson, you either love him or hate him. But, who is he? What are some of his ideas? How and why is there such a thing as a "Peterson Phenomena"? In this episode, we give you a brief illustration of who Dr. Peterson is and some ways in which he has influenced both the academic world and popular culture, and our lives. Support the show
Ep. 9 - Jordan Peterson: Who Is The Man?
April 19, 2021 14:26 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MBJordan Peterson, you either love him or hate him. But, who is he? What are some of his ideas? How and why is there such a thing as a "Peterson Phenomena"? In this episode, we give you a brief illustration of who Dr. Peterson is and some ways in which he has influenced both the academic world and popular culture, and our lives. Support the Show.
Ep. 8 (On Evil)
April 13, 2021 14:50 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MBOn this episode, we discuss the existence of evil and its manifestation in the world. We also talk about how God and evil can exist at the same time. But, this question is difficult to approach. On the one hand, evil is mysterious because it is sub-rational, therefore, not completely definable. Furthermore, evil is properly considered "non-being" because it is a lack of existence rather than an existent thing. Yet, on the other hand, we see it everywhere, it is seemingly more prominent than g...
Ep. 8 - What Is Evil?
April 13, 2021 14:50 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MBOn this episode, we discuss the existence of evil and its manifestation in the world. We also talk about how God and evil can exist at the same time. But, this question is difficult to approach. On the one hand, evil is mysterious because it is sub-rational, therefore, not completely definable. Furthermore, evil is properly considered "non-being" because it is a lack of existence rather than an existent thing. Yet, on the other hand, we see it everywhere, it is seemingly more prominent than ...
Ep. 7 (The Heart and the Tongue, Chance The Rapper)
April 06, 2021 02:05 - 27 minutes - 19 MBOn this episode, we take on something new, namely a commentary on popular culture. We give an analogical, philosophical, and literary analysis of the lyrics and videography of Chance The Rapper's new song "The Heart and The Tongue". Interesting fact, Chance The Rapper directed and produced this song and its music video by himself. Indeed, an inspiring artistic challenge. Enjoy!Support the show
Ep. 7 - The Heart and The Tongue: Chance The Rapper
April 06, 2021 02:05 - 27 minutes - 19 MBOn this episode, we take on something new, namely a commentary on popular culture. We give an analogical, philosophical, and literary analysis of the lyrics and videography of Chance The Rapper's new song "The Heart and The Tongue". Interesting fact, Chance The Rapper directed and produced this song and its music video by himself. Indeed, an inspiring artistic challenge. Enjoy! Support the Show.
Ep. 6 (On Freedom)
March 30, 2021 00:34 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBOn this episode, we talk about what freedom is from what it is not by referring to The Catechism of the Catholic Church, Aristotle, and St. Thomas Aquinas. Also, we talk about why it is that the silver back gorilla would definitely beat a grizzly bear in a fight. Support the show
Ep. 6 - Freedom: What Is It?
March 30, 2021 00:34 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBOn this episode, we talk about what freedom is from what it is not by referring to The Catechism of the Catholic Church, Aristotle, and St. Thomas Aquinas. Also, we talk about why it is that the silver back gorilla would definitely beat a grizzly bear in a fight. Support the Show.
Ep. 5 (On Happiness)
March 23, 2021 03:16 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MBDoes a philosopher from 2,500 years ago have anything relevant to say pertaining to the topic of happiness? What in the world is the greek notion of "Eudamonia" (happiness) anyways? No? What about a theologian from 800 years ago? Still no? On this episode, we give a glimpse into what the Church's understanding of this innate desire is and how it is properly practiced. Support the show
Ep. 5 - Happiness: Where Is It Found?
March 23, 2021 03:16 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MBDoes a philosopher from 2,500 years ago have anything relevant to say pertaining to the topic of happiness? What in the world is the greek notion of "Eudamonia" (happiness) anyways? No? What about a theologian from 800 years ago? Still no? On this episode, we give a glimpse into what the Church's understanding of this innate desire is and how it is properly practiced. Support the Show.
Ep. 4 (Sam's vocation story)
March 23, 2021 03:08 - 30 minutes - 21 MBOn this episode, Sam gives us a glimpse into his life before seminary and he explains how he discerned God's call to the Catholic priesthood. Support the Show.
Ep. 3 (Joey's vocation story)
March 23, 2021 03:03 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MBThis episode dives into Joey's life before seminary and he shares how God has helped him discern the Catholic priesthood. Support the Show.
Ep. 2 (Max's vocation story)
March 23, 2021 02:27 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBOn this episode, Max lets us in on his life prior to seminary and the process of him making the decision to enter seminary to discern the Catholic priesthood. Support the Show.
Ep. 1 (Introduction)
March 22, 2021 18:00 - 2 minutes - 1.96 MBAnother freaking podcast?! Yes, random person! The Logos project seeks to illustrate the intellectual and spiritual tradition of the Catholic Church, and Western Civilization at large. In this episode, Sam, Joey, and Max, three seminarians studying to become Roman Catholic priests, introduce themselves and give some of their motivations for starting this project. Support the Show.