Catholic in America

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Catholic in America

Identity politics and tribal thinking has become America's dominant paradigm. Why has the respect for genuine civic friendship and the common good waned? What are the set of moral and spiritual principles needed to reclaim or reimagine what has been lost? How do we use them to make right judgments about our world and to move forward with clarity and joy? The answer is at the heart of the Catholic faith and its social doctrine: rediscovering our common identity as children of the Father,  the One who created us for love. Join Jason Adkins, host of Catholic in America, to engage our own time, culture, and political milieu with the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to explore how to live more fully Catholic.

Episodes

  1. FEB 3

    The Future of Family: Insights from Dr. Catherine Pakaluk

    In this episode of Catholic in America, host Jason Adkins engages with Dr. Catherine Pakaluk, an Associate Professor of Political Economy at the Catholic University of America and author of 'Hannah's Children.' They delve into the falling birth rates in the U.S. and worldwide, discussing the economic and cultural implications. Dr. Pakaluk argues that large families can be a rational choice when accounting for non-material benefits and religious beliefs. They also explore pro-natalist and pro-...

    56 min

  2. JAN 20

    Building Strong Families: The Economic Implications with Dr. Melissa Kearney

    In this episode of Catholic in America, host Jason Adkins discusses the interplay of family dynamics and economic policies with Dr. Melissa Kearney, an economist from the University of Maryland. The conversation covers Dr. Kearney's new book, 'The Two-Parent Privilege,' which explores the economic advantages of two-parent households and the decline of marriage rates, particularly among non-college educated individuals. They delve into the impacts of family structure on children's outcomes, th...

    51 min

  3. JAN 6

    Catholic Health Care: A Path to Healing with Louis Brown Jr.

    In this episode of the Catholic in America podcast, host Jason Adkins is joined by Louis Brown Jr., J.D., Executive Director of the Christ Medicus Foundation. The conversation revolves around the intersection of human dignity and healthcare, focusing on the vital role of Catholic healthcare institutions in the United States. Key topics include the historical and ongoing contributions of Catholic healthcare, the challenges posed by secularization, and the importance of medical conscience right...

    54 min

  4. 12/16/2024

    Reclaiming Medicine: Integrating Faith and Human Dignity with Dr. Kristin Collier

    In this episode of Catholic in America, Jason Adkins hosts Dr. Kristin Collier, a University of Michigan internist who directs a program integrating religion, spirituality, and healthcare. Dr. Collier discusses her journey into healthcare, the impact of her Christian faith on her vocation since 2016, and the importance of viewing patients as whole persons—body, mind, and spirit. The conversation explores the crisis of trust in medicine, the limitations of evidence-based medicine, and how to i...

    51 min

  5. 12/02/2024

    Health Reform and Sacred Balance: A Discussion with Aaron Kheriaty

    In this episode of 'Catholic in America,' host Jason Adkins converses with Dr. Aaron Kheriaty, a psychiatrist and expert in bioethics, about contemporary issues in healthcare and mental health. Dr. Kheriaty discusses the detrimental impacts of COVID-19 policies on mental health, the importance of integrating spiritual and medical approaches to depression, and the concept of building a 'parallel polis' to create independent, morally guided healthcare institutions. The episode also addresses th...

    54 min

  6. 11/22/2024

    Building the Kingdom: The Mission of Catholic in America

    In the first episode of Catholic in America on the OSV Podcast Network, host Jason Adkins introduces the mission and vision of the podcast. Adkins explains the importance of faithful citizenship and how living for the good of the earthly city contributes to attaining the heavenly one. He shares his background as the Executive Director of the Minnesota Catholic Conference and outlines the role of the organization in advocating for policies that protect human dignity and promote the common good...

    13 min
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Identity politics and tribal thinking has become America's dominant paradigm. Why has the respect for genuine civic friendship and the common good waned? What are the set of moral and spiritual principles needed to reclaim or reimagine what has been lost? How do we use them to make right judgments about our world and to move forward with clarity and joy? The answer is at the heart of the Catholic faith and its social doctrine: rediscovering our common identity as children of the Father,  the One who created us for love. Join Jason Adkins, host of Catholic in America, to engage our own time, culture, and political milieu with the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to explore how to live more fully Catholic.

Information

  • Creator
    OSV Podcasts
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    6
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Catholic in America
  • Show Website
    Catholic in America

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