Mahon McCann

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"Faith seeking understanding" Mahon McCann is an Irish philosophy Phd researcher and lecturer, specialising in ethics, philosophy of mind and digital technologies. He is a former atheist and Catholic convert and on this podcast he explores christian solutions to the meaning crisis, philosophy beyond reductive materialism, meaning and manipulation in the machine age and bridging the gap between the secular world and Christendom. Join the Raising the Cross substack to get every episode to your inbox 👇 www.mahonmccann.com

  1. 6 dage siden

    Exploring Platonic Morphospace w/Michael Levin & DC Schindler

    Super-excited to have hosted an interdisciplinary discussion between two legends, the biologist Michael Levin and metaphysician D.C. Schindler. In the conversation we discuss Levin’s “Platonic Morphospace” research programme, which treats morphogenesis, physiology, and behaviour as pattern navigation by goal-directed cellular collectives. We discuss how these discoveries question the foundations of the mechanical philosophy for science and highlight alignments with neo-Platonic philosophy. Mike's website: https://thoughtforms.life/DC's books: https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/D.-C.-Schindler/author/B001JRTOAU Chapters:00:00 Introductions and Setup00:29 Levin’s Big Questions01:14 Patterns and Morphospace03:21 Beyond Evolutionary Explanations03:51 Synthetic Agents Xenobots05:04 Minimal Computational Models06:09 Actionable Research Program08:02 Schindler’s Neoplatonic Lens14:36 Machines Organicism Debate19:19 Cognition as Continuum22:03 Nonphysical Causation Example25:15 Math Truths as Causal28:35 Expanding Platonic Space30:48 Forms Beyond Matter31:29 Life Versus Death Question33:03 Dog Corpse Thought Experiment35:21 Operational Categories Spectrum37:40 Death As Shrinking Agency40:26 Hybrids Xenobots Blur Lines41:46 Embryo Alignment And Goals44:28 Soul As Organization Pattern48:19 Transformation Models And Math53:52 Phase Transitions Emergence Debate58:07 Wrap Up Future Work Want to support the work of this channel? Consider sharing this post or publication or becoming a patron 👇 Get full access to Raising the Cross at www.mahonmccann.com/subscribe

    59 min.

  2. 26. jun.

    Why This Trauma Expert Says the Church Has What Psychology Is Missing w/Mark Walsh

    Hey Hey, We are back with a new podcast interview! This week I am talking to Mark Walsh ( ⁨@FeralPhilosophy_mw⁩ ) - Mark is a globally recognised embodiment trainer, trauma educator, and author who has spent over 25 years dedicated to one mission: helping people get into their bodies and stay sane. Holding an honours degree in psychology from Leeds University and an Aikido black belt, Mark founded Europe’s first specialist embodiment training company and is widely regarded as a world leader in the field. He is the CEO of Embodiment Unlimited, founder of the Certificate of Embodiment Coaching (CEC). He has qualified over 2,000 coaches across more than 40 countries. Mark hosts The Embodiment Coaching Podcast with over 3 million downloads, and led the record-breaking Embodiment Conference — featuring 1,000 teachers and attended by over 500,000 delegates worldwide. In this podcast, Mark shares his transformative journey through spirituality, embodiment, and the crisis of modernity and back to his Catholic roots. We explore the importance of tradition, morality, and community in restoring meaning and mental health in a fragmented world. Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Mark Walsh and His Background02:53 Exploring Spirituality and Family Influence06:03 Navigating Nihilism and Materialism09:00 The Role of Embodiment in Healing11:57 The Search for Meaning in Modernity14:53 Rituals, Liturgy, and the Body18:01 Cultural Critique and the Absurdity of Modern Life20:51 The Need for Boundaries in Society23:53 The Future of Spirituality and Hope for the Younger Generation31:07 The Role of Spirituality in Recovery and Society32:01 Christianity and Modern Philosophies33:13 The Balance of Kindness and Boundaries34:41 The Crisis in Psychology and Therapy36:35 Integrating Tradition and Modern Psychology39:17 The Limitations of Modern Therapy41:03 The Importance of Community and Nature43:14 Rediscovering Meaning in Suffering48:17 Humility and Tradition in Faith51:37 Cultural Strategies for Change Want to support this channel? Consider sharing this post, publication or becoming a patron! Get full access to Raising the Cross at www.mahonmccann.com/subscribe

    57 min.

  3. 11. jun.

    The Cave | Plato's Republic, Book 7

    Hello there, It’s been a while (I’m sorry) but the Plato’s Republic lectures are back! Before the end of the year we will be getting through the last books 7-10, and if you want to catch up on the lectures so far here is the link: In this lecture on book 7 we will discuss the following: * The Digression of books 5-6, including the images of the sun, divided line and the Cave. * The cave as an image of education — reorienting the soul from shadows and appearances toward reality. * Tracking the prisoner’s painful ascent from images to objects to intelligible forms and ultimately to the Good as the source of intelligibility. * The return to the cave, where the enlightened person is mocked and potentially killed, linking this to Socrates’ fate. * Drawing on John Vervaeke, Karl Jaspers’ Axial Age, and concepts like salience, enkrateia, and sophrosyne, framing the ascent as moral and attentional training. * Finally, we compare the Cave Allegory to Social Media and The Matrix, comparing the modern and ancient perspectives on transcendance. 00:00 Lecture 700:22 Recap and Digression05:41 Inside the Cave10:51 Climbing to Sunlight12:47 Divided Line Revisited18:31 Source of Intelligibility21:26 Return and Resistance23:50 Axial Age and Two Worlds27:11 How to leave the Cave 33:00 Social Media as the Cave33:46 The Matrix Retells the Cave39:15 Plato vs Matrix on Happiness Want to support the mission? Consider sharing this post, publication or becoming a patron 🙏 Get full access to Raising the Cross at www.mahonmccann.com/subscribe

    41 min.

  4. 7. maj

    Dr Zak Porcu – De-secularise your mind!

    Howiye! In this podcast, I talk to Dr. Zachary Porcu about his book, Journey to Reality: Sacramental Life in a Secular Age. We discuss why the modern secular worldview stops people from understanding ancient faiths, how Dr Zak explains these categories and concepts to his students, and the spiritual and ethical consequences of secularism. Get the book: https://www.amazon.ie/Journey-Reality-Sacramental-Life-Secular/dp/1955890625Get the course: https://zacharyporcu.substack.com/ Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Journey to Reality02:32 The Need for a Pre-Catechism05:37 Understanding Religion and Worldviews10:55 The Challenge of Changing Categories15:44 Engaging with Cultural Contexts19:16 The Role of the Internet in Faith26:33 The Future of Catechism and Pre-Catechism32:18 Exploring Orthodox Masterclasses34:12 Practical Lifestyle Changes for Spiritual Growth37:14 The Impact of Technology on Attention and Thought40:50 The Dystopian Future of Technology and AI46:49 The Church's Response to Secularization50:17 The Meaning Crisis and Mental Health54:27 The Shallow Nature of Modernity and Hedonism Want to support Raising the Cross? Consider sharing with others or becoming a patron👇 Get full access to Raising the Cross at www.mahonmccann.com/subscribe

    1 t. 3 min.

  5. 9. apr.

    Robert Nugent (The Catholic Man): Signs of Renewal in Irish Catholic Faith

    Hello! I’m back with another podcast on the faith in Ireland/signs of renewal. This time I’m speaking with Robert Nugent from the Catholic Man YouTube channel. In this podcast we discuss the resurgence of faith among young people, the importance of authentic community, and practical steps to renew the Catholic Church in Ireland. We also explore how the Holy Spirit is working silently amidst crises, the role of prayer groups, and innovative ways to foster faith in a modern context. Key topics include: * The rising interest in faith among Generation Z and the signs of renewal within the church * The perceived crisis in the Catholic Church: challenges and signs of hope * The role of community, prayer groups, and faith in action to foster spiritual growth * Innovative approaches like faith-based pilgrimage walks and lay-led prayer groups * The importance of spiritual mentorship, formation, and authentic friendship in faith development * How Orthodox monastic traditions exemplify community and faith renewal in practice * The need for modern digital strategies, such as QR codes and online faith formation, to connect with seekers * The significance of sacramentally driven transformation—understanding theosis and spiritual purity * Practical steps for integrating faith into everyday life: confession, prayer, humility, and community Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Personal Connections 02:32 The Resurgence of Faith Among Gen Z 07:16 The Role of Community in Faith Formation 11:51 Challenges in Engaging with the Church 11:56 Building Intentional Faith Communities 17:43 Learning from Other Faith Traditions 22:54 Building Community Through Faith 25:42 The Challenge of Faith Formation 27:47 Transformational Faith and Theosis 35:30 The Role of Sacraments in Transformation 41:20 The Importance of Humility in Faith Best, Mahon. Get full access to Raising the Cross at www.mahonmccann.com/subscribe

    44 min.

  6. 27. mar.

    Jordan Bates - Why So Many Men Feel Lost Today

    Hey hey, it’s been a while!! We are back with another explosive podcast conversation with Mr Jordan Bates: Jordan is the Founder of Council of Kings. He’s a father, husband, co-founder of Apotheosis, men’s leadership coach, and the author of six books. Jordan has been immersed in transformational work for fifteen years and in Men’s Work for the past six years, training with respected leaders and organizations in the space. He is repeatedly humbled and honored to witness the depth, beauty, and power of this work—and to contribute to the formation of the God-led masculine leaders our world truly needs. Join Jordan’s upcoming ‘Rise of the Kings’ programme (starts April 1st): https://councilofkings.co/rise-of-kings In this podcast, we discuss the plight of young men in the modern age from unclear gender roles to pornography and technology. Then we discuss how to find your place in the world, the skills and virtues you need and Jordan’s model for becoming the man you could be. Finally, we discuss the ideal man (Christ) and how Jordan’s own journey from cradle Catholic to wandering nomad and back to the faith inspires his men’s work. Check it out 👇 Chapters: 00:00 Meet Jordan Bates 00:26 Why Mens Work 03:57 Modern Male Isolation 08:07 Purpose In A Meta Crisis 11:27 Service Over Introspection 14:07 Missing Rites Of Passage 16:09 Brotherhood And Retreats 19:39 Finding In Person Community 24:30 Christ As North Star 31:14 Hierarchy Of Values 33:30 Attention As Worship 35:14 Ora Turning Life To Prayer 36:41 Leaving Church Finding Mysticism 43:03 Family Life Brings Christ Back 47:00 Dogma Structure And Fire 52:48 Practices For Holy Spirit Experience 54:35 Mini Monasteries And Centering Prayer 59:24 Ritual Without Living Faith 01:02:30 Breaking Materialism With Soul Tech 01:06:51 Final Reflections And Outro Get full access to Raising the Cross at www.mahonmccann.com/subscribe

    1 t. 7 min.

  7. 20. feb.

    J.P Marceau - The Holy and Unholy spirits moving through Modernity

    In this conversation, we explore the connections between the biblical concepts of heaven and earth and Platonic categories of form and matter, discussing how these ideas can be mapped onto contemporary understandings of reality. The dialogue emphasises the importance of symbolic language in conveying deeper truths and the challenges of communicating these concepts in a modern context. We also examine the nature of the soul, the influence of spirits, and the dynamics of agency in relation to higher patterns of existence.Get the "Post-reductionist christianity" book: https://store.thesymbolicworld.com/products/post-reductionist-christianity-a-way-out-of-the-meaning-crisis Chapters:00:00 Exploring Heaven and Earth: A Comparative Analysis09:47 The Role of Symbolic Language in Theology17:52 Understanding Heaven: Bridging the Secular and the Sacred25:08 Patterns of Influence: The Higher Powers in Culture30:00 The War of Spirits in Technology32:17 Divine and Unholy Spirits: A Duality37:26 The Nature of Good and Evil Spirits41:35 Agency and Patterns: The Human Condition44:06 Understanding the Soul in a Christian Context Get full access to Raising the Cross at www.mahonmccann.com/subscribe

    58 min.

  8. 5. feb.

    Paula Kelleher - From Feminism to Faith: Why I Became Catholic

    In this conversation, Paula shares her transformative journey from a typical Irish Catholic upbringing to a profound encounter with God that reshaped her faith. She discusses the struggles of returning to her roots after years abroad, the significance of confession, and her evolving understanding of the Catholic Church's teachings on women. Paula reflects on the challenges modern women face, the impact of feminism, and the importance of compassion in welcoming others into the faith. Join Paula's Substack at: https://truthofthewomb.substack.com/ Chapters:00:00 Journey of Faith: From Doubt to Belief03:47 Cultural Influences: Exploring Spirituality Abroad06:41 Encountering God: A Transformative Experience09:47 Returning Home: Navigating Loss and Faith13:00 Reconnecting with Catholicism: A Personal Journey15:52 Confession: A Path to Healing and Renewal18:49 Understanding the Church: A New Perspective21:51 Feminism and Faith: Reconciling Beliefs24:41 Natural Family Planning: The Church's Wisdom27:46 Embracing the Catholic Faith: A New Identity33:35 Misconceptions About Women in the Church35:17 The Role of Women in Faith38:37 Cultural Shifts and Women's Identity40:14 Feminism and Women's Empowerment43:26 Contraception and Its Impact on Women46:28 Challenges for Women in the Catholic Church49:37 Navigating Faith and Personal Struggles53:31 Finding Community in the Catholic Faith58:44 Opportunities for Growth in the Church Want to support the creation of more podcasts and essays? Consider becoming a patron below 👇 Get full access to Raising the Cross at www.mahonmccann.com/subscribe

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"Faith seeking understanding" Mahon McCann is an Irish philosophy Phd researcher and lecturer, specialising in ethics, philosophy of mind and digital technologies. He is a former atheist and Catholic convert and on this podcast he explores christian solutions to the meaning crisis, philosophy beyond reductive materialism, meaning and manipulation in the machine age and bridging the gap between the secular world and Christendom. Join the Raising the Cross substack to get every episode to your inbox 👇 www.mahonmccann.com

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    Mahon McCann
  • Aktive år
    2020 - 2026
  • Episoder
    102
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    © Mahon McCann
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