The Sower

The Ciceronian Society
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The Sower is a Podcast of the Ciceronian Society. The Ciceronian Society exists to equip and encourage Christian scholars to serve the church as a center of cultural and civic renewal. Through our events, publications, and podcasts we provide the space and opportunities that Protestant, Catholic, and Orthodox scholars need for professional growth and intellectual discipleship. Since 2012, we have been building a network of friends with a love for our core themes - tradition, place, and ‘things divine’ - and with a genuine commitment to the church and the life of the mind. To learn more about our society, our conferences, and the peer-reviewed journal, Pietas, visit https://ciceroniansociety.org/

  1. 3d ago

    CS Lewis in the World (2026 Conference) - The Sower Episode 101 (audio)

    The continuing relevance of C.S. Lewis to our own time and place.  Presentations by Rod Miller (Hendrix College) and Clayton Carver (Southern Baptist Theological Seminary). Audio recording of a panel from the 2026 Ciceronian Society Conference in Omaha, Nebraska, March 14, 2026. 0:00 The Sower Episode 101 Introduction by Christopher Anadale 0:35 Rod Miller: That Hideous Job 16:21 Clayton Carver: The Pursuit of Happiness: A Lewisian Perspective on the American Dream ====== The 2026 Fall Symposium: “Scholars and Educators in a Brave New World”, Oct 22-24 in Holland, MI. Registration now open: https://ciceroniansociety.org/fall-symposium/ The 2027 Spring Conference in Virginia Beach, VA, March 11-13. https://ciceroniansociety.org/conference-spring/call-for-conference-papers/ To learn more about the Ciceronian Society, our events, this Podcast, our journal, Pietas, to sign up for our newsletter, and to make your tax deductible gift, please go to https://ciceroniansociety.org/ Check out our other weekly podcast, Cicero On Duties: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1B7f66VCvfaF3PYETBIJG4AGMpanUNE3 Chapters (00:00:00) - The Sower Episode 101 Introduction by Christopher Anadale(00:00:35) - Rod Miller: That Hideous Job(00:16:21) - Clayton Carver: The Pursuit of Happiness: A Lewisian Perspective on the American Dream

    CS Lewis in the World (2026 Conference) - The Sower Episode 101 (audio)

  2. Aug 30

    Ciceronian Society Past, Present, & Future - The Sower Episode 100 (audio)

    In this episode Josh Bowman welcomes a group of fellow Ciceronians to celebrate the 100th episode of the Sower podcast, reflecting on where we’ve been and where we’re going. We specifically hear from Rachel Ferguson, Claire Aguda-Baker, William Batchelder IV, and Chris Anadale. Support the Ciceronian Society: https://ciceroniansociety.org/give/ Links and Images: Episode 1 - https://youtu.be/wCt4d8ZR8JI Episode 2 - https://youtu.be/aRQ2Z4LAJqY Fragile Neighborhoods - https://www.amazon.com/Fragile-Neighborhoods-Repairing-American-Society/dp/0316521396/ Sir Toast (Albert Norton) - https://albertnorton.substack.com/p/notes-from-omaha Intellectual Discipleship - https://circeinstitute.org/blog/intellectual-discipleship/ Bleep Sound Effect - Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/film-special-effects-censor-beep-88052/ On Duties podcast - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1B7f66VCvfaF3PYETBIJG4AGMpanUNE3 Pietas journal - https://ciceroniansociety.org/journal/ Logres Institute - https://www.logresinstitute.org/ ====== To learn more about the Ciceronian Society, our events, this Podcast, our journal, Pietas, to sign up for our newsletter, and to make your tax deductible gift, please go to https://ciceroniansociety.org/ Check out our other weekly podcast, Cicero On Duties: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1B7f66VCvfaF3PYETBIJG4AGMpanUNE3

    Ciceronian Society Past, Present, & Future - The Sower Episode 100 (audio)

  3. Aug 23

    The Wealth of Nations at 250 (2026 Conference) - The Sower Episode 99 (audio)

    Perspectives on Adam Smith's 1776 Inquiry into the Nature and Causes of the Wealth of Nations. Presentations by Erik Matson (CUA), Paul Mueller (AEIR), Jordan Ballor (CRCD), and John Robinson (JMU). Audio recording of a panel from the 2026 Ciceronian Society Conference in Omaha, Nebraska, March 15, 2026. 0:00 The Sower Episode 99 Introduction by Christopher Anadale 1:00 Panel introduction by Erik Matson 2:58 Erik Matson: Theory, Reality, and Public Policy in The Wealth of Nations 18:41 Paul Mueller: The Continuing Relevance of Wealth of Nations to Public Policy 250 Years Later 34:32 Jordan Ballor: A Biblical Myth at the Origins of Smith's Wealth of Nations 49:43 John Robinson: Adam Smith and Pope(s) Leo on the Origin and Significance of Private Property ====== The 2026 Fall Symposium: “Scholars and Educators in a Brave New World”, Oct 22-24 in Holland, MI. Registration now open: https://ciceroniansociety.org/fall-symposium/ The 2027 Spring Conference in Virginia Beach, VA, March 11-13. Proposals due Sept 1, 2026: https://ciceroniansociety.org/conference-spring/call-for-conference-papers/ To learn more about the Ciceronian Society, our events, this Podcast, our journal, Pietas, to sign up for our newsletter, and to make your tax deductible gift, please go to https://ciceroniansociety.org/ Check out our other weekly podcast, Cicero On Duties: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1B7f66VCvfaF3PYETBIJG4AGMpanUNE3 Chapters (00:00:00) - The Sower Episode 99 Introduction by Christopher Anadale(00:01:00) - Panel introduction by Erik Matson(00:02:58) - Erik Matson: Theory, Reality, and Public Policy in The Wealth of Nations(00:18:41) - Paul Mueller: The Continuing Relevance of Wealth of Nations to Public Policy 250 Years Later(00:34:32) - Jordan Ballor: A Biblical Myth at the Origins of Smith's Wealth of Nations(00:49:43) - John Robinson: Adam Smith and Pope(s) Leo on the Origin and Significance of Private Property

    The Wealth of Nations at 250 (2026 Conference) - The Sower Episode 99 (audio)

  4. Aug 16

    Ben Peterson on the Social Commons - The Sower Episode 98 (audio)

    In this episode, Josh Bowman welcomes Ben Peterson, assistant professor in the Department of Government and Criminal Justice at Abilene Christian University. We discuss his new book, Community, Character, and the Governance of the Social Commons: Sanctuaries of Order, published by Bloomsbury Press. We specifically address notions of social poverty, the “social commons,” and how the church might play a role in renewing the social order. Ben's Book. https://www.bloomsbury.com/us/community-character-and-the-governance-of-the-social-commons-9781978770683/ https://www.amazon.com/Community-Character-Governance-Social-Commons/dp/1666960640 Bluey Short. https://disneynow.com/video/fd69ceb7-679f-459c-a6df-95149b968eef Logres Institute. https://www.logresinstitute.org/ Surgeon General Report on Loneliness. https://www.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/surgeon-general-social-connection-advisory.pdf Fragile Neighborhoods. https://www.amazon.com/Fragile-Neighborhoods-Repairing-American-Society/dp/0316521396 Men Without Work. https://www.amazon.com/Men-Without-Work-Post-Pandemic-Threats/dp/1599475979 Of Rule and Revenue. https://www.amazon.com/Revenue-California-Social-Political-Economy/dp/0520067509 ====== The 2026 Fall Symposium: “Scholars and Educators in a Brave New World”, Oct 22-24 in Holland, MI. Registration now open: https://ciceroniansociety.org/fall-symposium/ The 2027 Spring Conference in Virginia Beach, VA, March 11-13. Proposals due Sept 1, 2026: https://ciceroniansociety.org/conference-spring/call-for-conference-papers/ To learn more about the Ciceronian Society, our events, this Podcast, our journal, Pietas, to sign up for our newsletter, and to make your tax deductible gift, please go to https://ciceroniansociety.org/ Check out our other weekly podcast, Cicero On Duties: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1B7f66VCvfaF3PYETBIJG4AGMpanUNE3

    Ben Peterson on the Social Commons - The Sower Episode 98 (audio)

  5. Aug 9

    Confronting Artificial Intelligence (2026 Conference) - The Sower Episode 97 (audio)

    Theological, philosophical, and humanist reactions to the challenges of A.I. Presentations by John Moore (Walsh College), Thomas Dias (Acton Institute), and Jeff Bristol (independent scholar). Panel chaired by Rachel Ferguson (Concordia University Chicago). Audio recording of a panel from the 2026 Ciceronian Society Conference in Omaha, Nebraska, March 13, 2026. 0:00 The Sower Episode 97 Introduction by Christopher Anadale 1:00 Panel introduction by Rachel Ferguson 5:29 John Moore. Man and Machine: Catholic Thought on the Implications of Artificial Intelligence 26:55 Thomas Dias. A Maritainian Guide to Our Moment in History: the Open Society, Technology, and the New Christendom 42:18 Jeff Bristol. The Narcissist in the Machine 1:02:29 Q & A ====== The 2026 Fall Symposium: “Scholars and Educators in a Brave New World”, Oct 22-24 in Holland, MI. Registration now open: https://ciceroniansociety.org/fall-symposium/ The 2027 Spring Conference in Virginia Beach, VA, March 11-13. Proposals due Sept 1, 2026: https://ciceroniansociety.org/conference-spring/call-for-conference-papers/ To learn more about the Ciceronian Society, our events, this Podcast, our journal, Pietas, to sign up for our newsletter, and to make your tax deductible gift, please go to https://ciceroniansociety.org/ Check out our other weekly podcast, Cicero On Duties: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1B7f66VCvfaF3PYETBIJG4AGMpanUNE3 Chapters (00:00:00) - The Sower Episode 97 Introduction by Christopher Anadale(00:01:00) - Panel introduction by Rachel Ferguson(00:05:29) - John Moore. Man and Machine: Catholic Thought on the Implications of Artificial Intelligence(00:26:55) - Thomas Dias. A Maritainian Guide to Our Moment in History: the Open Society, Technology, and the New Christendom(00:42:18) - Jeff Bristol. The Narcissist in the Machine(01:02:29) - Q & A

    Confronting Artificial Intelligence (2026 Conference) - The Sower Episode 97 (audio)

  6. Aug 2

    Russell Kirk on America, with Michael Lucchese - The Sower Episode 96 (audio)

    In this episode, Josh Bowman welcomes Michael Lucchese, member of the Ciceronian Society, to talk about the work of Russell Kirk and his thoughts on the American Founding and political tradition. Michael is Founder and CEO of Pipe Creek Consulting, as well as a contributing editor to Providence Magazine and an associate editor of Law & Liberty. Michael is the editor of a new collection of writings by Russell Kirk, On America: How to Understand the Legacy of 1776, published by Creed and Culture. On America (book). https://creedandculture.com/books/on-america-how-to-understand-the-legacy-of-1776/ https://www.amazon.com/America-How-Understand-Legacy-1776/dp/1967613044 Russell Kirk Center for Cultural Renewal. https://kirkcenter.org/ Pipe Creek Consulting. https://www.pipecreekconsulting.com/ ====== The 2026 Fall Symposium: “Scholars and Educators in a Brave New World”, Oct 22-24 in Holland, MI. Registration now open: https://ciceroniansociety.org/fall-symposium/ The 2027 Spring Conference in Virginia Beach, VA, March 11-13. Proposals due Sept 1, 2026: https://ciceroniansociety.org/conference-spring/call-for-conference-papers/ To learn more about the Ciceronian Society, our events, this Podcast, our journal, Pietas, to sign up for our newsletter, and to make your tax deductible gift, please go to https://ciceroniansociety.org/ Check out our other weekly podcast, Cicero On Duties: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1B7f66VCvfaF3PYETBIJG4AGMpanUNE3

    Russell Kirk on America, with Michael Lucchese - The Sower Episode 96 (audio)

  7. Jul 26

    Virtue & the American Founders (2026 Conference) - The Sower Episode 95 (audio)

    Benjamin Rush, John Jay, and the promotion of republican virtue. Presentations by Dennis Durst (Kentucky Christian University), Jonathan Den Hartog (Samford University), and Nick Blanda (Hillsdale College). Audio recording of a panel from the 2026 Ciceronian Society Conference in Omaha, Nebraska, March 15, 2026. 0:00 The Sower Episode 95 Introduction by Christopher Anadale 0:50 Panel introduction by Ethan Alexander-Davey 2:15 Dennis Durst: Founder & Physician, Benjamin Rush & the Health of the New Republic 22:09 Jonathan Den Hartog: John Jay's Prudence & Virtue in the American Revolution 46:00 Nick Blanda: "A Vigilant and Manly Spirit," Founding-Era Efforts to Promote Republican Virtue ====== The 2026 Fall Symposium: “Scholars and Educators in a Brave New World”, Oct 22-24 in Holland, MI. Registration now open: https://ciceroniansociety.org/fall-symposium/ The 2027 Spring Conference in Virginia Beach, VA, March 11-13. Proposals due Sept 1, 2026: https://ciceroniansociety.org/conference-spring/call-for-conference-papers/ To learn more about the Ciceronian Society, our events, this Podcast, our journal, Pietas, to sign up for our newsletter, and to make your tax deductible gift, please go to https://ciceroniansociety.org/ Check out our other weekly podcast, Cicero On Duties: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1B7f66VCvfaF3PYETBIJG4AGMpanUNE3 Chapters (00:00:00) - The Sower Episode 95 Introduction by Christopher Anadale(00:00:50) - Panel introduction by Ethan Alexander-Davey(00:02:15) - Dennis Durst: Founder & Physician, Benjamin Rush & the Health of the New Republic(00:22:09) - Jonathan Den Hartog: John Jay's Prudence & Virtue in the American Revolution(00:46:00) - Nick Blanda: "A Vigilant and Manly Spirit," Founding-Era Efforts to Promote Republican Virtue

    Virtue & the American Founders (2026 Conference) - The Sower Episode 95 (audio)

  8. Jul 19

    Regent University & Spring 2027 Conference - The Sower Episode 94 (audio)

    Spring 2027 Conference at Regent University In this episode, Josh Bowman welcomes back Simon Tarr, who is dean of both The Honors College as well as the School of Communication & the Arts at Regent University. We discuss Regent University’s Honors College and Christian identity while looking forward to the Spring 2027 conference to be held on their Virginia Beach Campus. To learn more about the Honors College, visit: https://www.regent.edu/honors-college/ The Regent University Honors College was a Tulia Sponsor for our 2026 conference in Omaha, NE. ====== 2026 Fall Symposium: “Scholars and Educators in a Brave New World”, Oct 22-24 in Holland, MI 2027 Spring Conference in Virginia Beach, VA, March 11-13 Proposals due Sept 1, 2026: https://ciceroniansociety.org/conference-spring/call-for-conference-papers/ To learn more about us, our events, this Podcast, our journal, Pietas, to sign up for our newsletter, and make your tax deductible gift, please go to https://ciceroniansociety.org/ Check out our other weekly podcast, Cicero On Duties: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1B7f66VCvfaF3PYETBIJG4AGMpanUNE3

    Regent University & Spring 2027 Conference - The Sower Episode 94 (audio)
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The Sower is a Podcast of the Ciceronian Society. The Ciceronian Society exists to equip and encourage Christian scholars to serve the church as a center of cultural and civic renewal. Through our events, publications, and podcasts we provide the space and opportunities that Protestant, Catholic, and Orthodox scholars need for professional growth and intellectual discipleship. Since 2012, we have been building a network of friends with a love for our core themes - tradition, place, and ‘things divine’ - and with a genuine commitment to the church and the life of the mind. To learn more about our society, our conferences, and the peer-reviewed journal, Pietas, visit https://ciceroniansociety.org/

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    The Ciceronian Society
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    107
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