Tue, 7 February 2023
Join the Uncommon Sense team as they make a triumphant return to video! For this special episode Grettely and Albert have Dale Ahlquist back on the show to take a look at the year ahead as well as some very special celebrations that rounded out the last year. Tune in to this episode of Uncommon Sense! https://chesterton.org/uncommonsense https://chesterton.org/conference
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Tue, 31 January 2023
In this episode of Uncommon Sense, Grettelyn takes some time to get to know the staff of The Society of G.K. Chesterton. She talks with Jen Finke, the Media Specialist for the society and finds out more about who she is and what she does. Tune in! |
Tue, 24 January 2023
In this episode of Uncommon Sense Grettelyn and Albert read and discuss "A Hymn: O God of Earth and Altar." Once again, Chesterton's words take a prophetic stance in the world and find much relevance in modern times. Tune in for this poetic episode! |
Tue, 17 January 2023
In this episode of Uncommon Sense, it's a Headmaster Highlight. Grettelyn and Albert talk with Fr. Ryan Adorjan, the Headmaster of Chesterton Academy of the Holy Family in Lisle, IL. They both talk with Fr. Ryan about his journey of faith and how the role of being a priest impacts his role as a headmaster. All that and more on this episode! https://www.chesterton.org/uncommonsense
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Tue, 10 January 2023
Grettelyn and Albert take on Chesterton's essay regarding the Book of Job. Together they dicuss how Chesterton saw Job in a way that many do not. Tune in and listen! |
Wed, 4 January 2023
On this special bonus episode of Uncommon Sense, Albert and Grettelyn are joined by Joe Grabowski, VP of Evangelization and Mission for the Society, and Father Spencer Howe, the Society's chaplain. |
Tue, 3 January 2023
Start your New Year, with and old and reliable friend. Who might that be? G.K. Chesterton of course! For the first Uncommon Sense episode of 2023, Grettelyn and Albert expand upon commentary from Chesterton on the New Year and find out that there is much more to consider than waiting for a shiny ball to drop. Tune in to this episode of Uncommon Sense. Happy New Year! https://www.chesterton.org/january-one-essay/ https://chesterton.org/uncommonsense |
Tue, 27 December 2022
In this episode of Uncommon Sense, Grettelyn and Albert share favorite Christmas stories and traditions from the staff at the Society of Gilbert Keith Chesterton. Cozy up to this warm and memorable episode that will be sure to leave a smile on your face and fill your heart with the true meaning of Christmas! |
Tue, 20 December 2022
It’s a Chestertonian Christmas Carol! Joe Grabowski joins the show to lead us down the path of G.K. Chesterton’s take on Charles Dickens and his love of Christmas. It’s a very, merry episode with no Scrooges allowed. Tune in to this episode! https://chesterton.org/uncommonsense |
Tue, 13 December 2022
We raise our glasses and enjoy a pint or two with David Bates, the host of the podcast dedicated to C.S. Lewis, Pints With Jack. We open the conversation about C.S. Lewis and ask the ultimate question, where does Chesterton fit in? All that and more on this episode! https://pintswithjack.com |
Tue, 6 December 2022
This week on Uncommon Sense, Dr. Eric DeMeuse, a Chesterton Schools Network Academic Dean, returns to the show to talk about all things Chesterton Academy. We get his take on the importance of forming saints for a brighter future and how a classical education modeled after G.K. Chesterton plays a role in that formation. It will be a truly educational experience! https://chestertonschoolsnetwork.org |
Tue, 29 November 2022
In this episode of Uncommon Sense, Grettelyn and Albert talk with Fr. Spencer Howe, Pastor at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Minneapolis as well as Chaplain to the Society of G.K. Chesterton. They talk with Father Spencer about his early discovery of Chesterton, his own journey of faith and the importance of G.K. Chesterton’s spirituality. |
Tue, 22 November 2022
Advent is almost upon us! Join Grettelyn and Albert as they take a sneak peek into the 2022 Advent Campaign for the Society of G.K. Chesterton. They talk about Chesterton's own thoughts on the importance of wonder as well as pick out a few of the reflections to discuss. Please enjoy this preparation for the coming Advent season as we ready ourselves for the coming of our saviour, Jesus Christ. |
Tue, 15 November 2022
In this episode of Uncommon Sense, Grettelyn and Albert talk Chesterton and friendship. They will look at some of Chesterton's quotations on friendship and open them up for discussion. If you are feeling friendly, this a good episode to tune into. |
Tue, 8 November 2022
In this epsiode of Uncommon Sense, we feature in our Headmaster Highlight, Dr. Joshua Russell, the Headmaster of Chesterton Academy of the Sacred Heart in Peoria, IL. We talk to this once commercial-pilot-turned-headmaster about what it's like to lead a Chesterton Academy. Dr. Russell also talks about the importance of music in the lives of the students. All that and more coming up in this episode. |
Tue, 1 November 2022
In this fantastical episode of Uncommon Sense, Grettelyn and Albert talk with author, Joseph Pearce about J.R.R. Tolkien and all things Middle Earth. They discuss the connections to Christ and Chesterton and much more. Tune in to this episode to hear all the details! https://jpearce.co |
Tue, 25 October 2022
On this episode of Uncommon Sense, Grettelyn and Albert catch up with Dale Ahlquist and get the latest updates for the Society of G.K. Chesterton as well as the Chesterton Schools Network. From celebrations to conferences, there is a lot going on and Dale fills in all the blanks. Tune in! https://www.chesterton.org/store/membership |
Tue, 18 October 2022
In this episode of Uncommon Sense, Grettelyn and Albert interview Gregory K. Martin, the founder of the Squires, a new part of the Society of G.K. Chesterton that involves teenagers in the mission to pray, read and support the mission of The Society with G.K. Chesterton as their guide. Tune in to this episode to hear this energetic youth who is paving the way for future Chestertonian youth. |
Tue, 11 October 2022
In this episode of Uncommon Sense, Grettely and Albert interview Haley Stewart, an author who has released her first children's fiction story, entitled, The Pursuit of Pilfered Cheese. They talk with Haley about her inspiration for creating these wonderful characters that just happen to live under the floor of G.K. Chesterton's house. We find out more about Haley and her love of literature, all in this episode of Uncommon Sense. Tune in! The Pursuit of the Pilfered Cheese | Pauline Books and Media (paulinestore.com) |
Tue, 4 October 2022
In this episode, Grettelyn and Albert interview Brent Forrest, a long time member of the Society of G.K. Chesterton. They discuss with Brent his time of being a member and why the work of The Society is so needed in today's world. Tune in to hear more! |
Tue, 27 September 2022
In this episode of Uncommon Sense, Grettelyn and Albert talk with Joe Grabowski, the new VP of Evangelization and Mission for the Society of G.K. Chesterton. They discuss with Joe the plans in store to help the community of Chestertonians that are engaged with The Society. Great things ahead! Tune in to find out more!
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Tue, 20 September 2022
In this episode Grettelyn and Albert talk with Maria Romine, the founder of Swords and Roses, a stage-combat show. They talk with Maria about the talk that she gave at the 41st Annual Chesterton Conference regarding Chesterton and Our Lady. That's all coming up in this episode. Nancy Brown's book, G.K. Chesterton and Our Lady: |
Tue, 13 September 2022
In this episode of Uncommon Sense, Grettelyn and Albert welcome back Nancy Brown to discuss her newest book, G.K. Chesterton and Our Lady. They discuss why the book was written and open up some of the writings on the inside. It is a wonderful insight into Chesterton's admiration of The Blessed Mother. The book is available at: JOIN THE KNIGHTS!! Interested in Nancy's new book, Chesterton and Our Lady? Now through October 7, 2022, receive a free copy when you sign up to be a Knight of the Society of Gilbert Keith Chesterton. Learn more at chesterton.org/knights
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Tue, 6 September 2022
For this episode of Uncommon Sense, Grettelyn and Albert take a break to let the ladies from the Pints With Chesterton podcast lead the way with their own review from attending the 41st Annual Chesterton Conference that took place in Milwaukee, WI this past July 2022. Tune in! |
Tue, 30 August 2022
In this episode of Uncommon Sense, Grettelyn and Albert discuss the Chesterton essay, A Piece of Chalk. They look at Chesterton's view on these small, colored artistic tools and how that unique view is so very important and relevant to all of us today. |
Tue, 23 August 2022
In this episode Grettelyn and Albert talk with Michael Lavrisha, a volunteer who is using his talents and his love for Chesterton to work on a project that involves digitizing all of Chesterton's written works. Tune in! |
Tue, 9 August 2022
In this "not-so-live" episode, Albert and Grettelyn were in Milwaukee for the 41st Annual Chesterton Conference. They talked about their time at the conference, favorite talks, great people and much more. Tune in for this conference wrap-up on this edition of Uncommon Sense. |
Tue, 26 July 2022
In this episode Albert will be asking Grettelyn all the "new guy" questions he can come up with about the upcoming 41st Annual Chesterton Conference. They'll talk about everything from keynotes to after glows. The new guy gets taught by the veteran on the is episode of Uncommon Sense. |
Tue, 19 July 2022
John Walker, a professional actor, joins this episode of Uncommon Sense and talks about his own journey through Hollywood and how he eventually ended up taking up the role of playing G.K. Chesterton himself. |
Tue, 12 July 2022
On this episode of Uncommon Sense, Christopher Check, the President of Catholic Answers, talks with Albert about the upcoming 41st Annual Chesterton Conference and his presentation on Christopher Columbus and the important role he played in the founding of this country.
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Tue, 5 July 2022
On this episode of Uncommon Sense, Grettelyn and Albert are joined by renowned author Joseph Pearce. Joseph talks about his upcoming talk at the 41st Annual Chesterton conference as well as the topics of America and freedom. |
Tue, 28 June 2022
On this episode of Uncommon Sense, Susan Sucher joins the show to highlight her talk from the upcoming 41st Annual Chesterton Conference titled, The Emancipation of Domesticity: G.K. Chesterton and Motherhood. Susan talks with Grettelyn and Albert about how Chesterton has played a role in shaping her life as a wife and mother.
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Tue, 21 June 2022
In this episode of Uncommon Sense Grettelyn and Albert discuss the Chesterton poem, "The Convert". They open up what's hiding inside of this beautiful poem and talk about how it is still a relevant poem in today's society.
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Tue, 14 June 2022
On this episode of Uncommon Sense, Dale Ahlquist, the President of the Society of G.K. Chesterton, joins the show to talk about the upcoming 41st Annual Chesterton Conference with the theme Chesterton and Conversion: Learning How to Think Again. Dale talks about this year's theme and some of the conference highlights. |
Tue, 7 June 2022
In this episode of Uncommon Sense, meet the new hosts, Grettelyn Darkey and Albert Saenz. They take over the reins and continue the adventure of bringing everything Chesterton to light in the most "Uncommon" ways they can. They kick off their hosting with discussing some of their favorite Chesterton quotes. |
Tue, 31 May 2022
Direct download: Pint_Orthodoxy_Chpt_9_-_4_14_22_2.13_PM.mp3
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Tue, 24 May 2022
The Romance of Orthodoxy
Christianity is the greatest romantic adventure! chesterton.org pintswithchesterton.org
Direct download: Pints_Orthodoxy_Chpt_8_-_4_14_22_1.10_PM.mp3
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Tue, 17 May 2022
The Eternal Revolution
G.K.C. discusses the importance of Christ always making things new and Christians not becoming complacent. It is a revolution in the soul of the Christian every day in the journey toward our heavenly home. chesterton.org pintswithchesterton.com
Direct download: Pints_Orthodoxy_7_-_4_14_22_12.55_PM.mp3
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Tue, 10 May 2022
The Paradoxes of Christianity G.K.C. explains how the critics and skeptics of Christianity did more to convert him than Christian apologists! chesterton.org pintswithchesterton.com
Direct download: Pints_Orthodoxy_Chpt_6_-_4_14_22_11.54_AM.mp3
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Tue, 3 May 2022
The Flag of the World Chesterton claims that both optimists and pessimists are completely wrong in how they think about the world. How can this be? How does belonging to the world and being a citizen of it change us and where should it guide us? chesterton.org pintswithchesterton.com
Direct download: Pints_Ortho_Chapter_5_-_4_14_22_11.01_AM.mp3
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Tue, 26 April 2022
The Ethics of Elfland This week we’re continuing Orthodoxy! We are discussing Chapter 4, The Ethics of Elfland. chesterton.org pintswithchesterton.com
Direct download: Pints_Orthodoxy_Chapter_Four_-_3_21_22_12.37_PM.mp3
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Tue, 19 April 2022
Marie and Grace discuss Chapter Three of Orthodoxy.
A joint project of Pints with Chesterton and UncommonSense. pintswithchesterton.com chesterton.org
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Thu, 14 April 2022
Marie and Grace discuss Chapter Two of Orthodoxy. A joint project of Pints with Chesterton and UncommonSense. pintswithchesterton.com chesterton.org
Direct download: Pints_Orthodoxy_Chapter_Two_-_3_21_22_11.42_AM.mp3
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Tue, 5 April 2022
Marie and Grace begin to discuss Orthodoxy, Chesterton's masterwork. This is Chapter One.
A joint project of Pints with Chesterton and UncommonSense. pintswithchesterton.com chesterton.org |
Tue, 29 March 2022
Father Howe reflects on Chesterton’s insights on the significance of birthdays and his affirmation of the goodness of existence. chesterton.org
Direct download: Spencer_Howe_Conference_Good_to_be_Alive.mp3
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Tue, 22 March 2022
Marie and Grace discuss another Father Brown mystery written by G.K. Chesterton which is entitled “The Flying Stars”. A joint project of Pints with Chesterton and UncommonSense. pintswithchesterton.com chesterton.org |
Tue, 15 March 2022
Chesterton and Artificial Intelligence Mark Matthews, Senior Software Engineer Mark separates AI fact from fanciful extrapolation, and applies the timeless wisdom of Chesterton about man and technology to this rapidly advancing domain. Conference, Summer 2021, Lisle, IL chesterton.org
Direct download: Chesterton_Artificial_Intelligence_-_12_21_21_10.33_AM.mp3
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Tue, 8 March 2022
Marie and Grace discuss another Father Brown mystery written by G.K. Chesterton which is entitled “The Queer Feet”. A joint project of Pints with Chesterton and UncommonSense. pintswithchesterton.com chesterton.org |
Tue, 1 March 2022
Marie and Grace discuss another Father Brown mystery written by G.K. Chesterton which is entitled “The Secret Garden”. A joint project of Pints with Chesterton and UncommonSense. pintswithchesterton.com chesterton.org
Direct download: The_Secret_Garden_-_1_3_22_11.32_AM.mp3
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Tue, 22 February 2022
Marie and Grace from Pints with Chesterton jump into a Father Brown mystery written by G.K. Chesterton which is entitled “The Blue Cross”. pintswithchesterton.com chesterton.org
Direct download: BlueCrossPintswC_-_12_20_21_1.46_PM.mp3
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Tue, 15 February 2022
Joseph Pearce, Director of Publishing, The Augustine Institute Joseph Pearce shows how Chesterton’s virtue infuses his Summer Conference 2021 Lisle, IL chesterton.org
Direct download: Humor_Humility_Joseph_Pearce_-_12_16_21_1.22_PM.mp3
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Tue, 8 February 2022
Nancy Brown is joined by Susan Sucher to discuss another of our favorite Chesterton essays, Babies and Distributism. This essay is found in the book The Well and the Shallows. Listen to this lively discussion. Feedback welcome at nancy@chesterton.org chesterton.org
Direct download: SusanNancyBabiesDistributism_-_1_28_22_2.50_PM.mp3
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Wed, 2 February 2022
Nancy Brown reads Babies and Distributism (or is it Babies and Localism?) from the G.K. Chesterton book The Well and the Shallows. Next week, Nancy and Susan will discuss this essay, so if you want to be prepared, listen to this first! chesterton.org |
Tue, 1 February 2022
Eric DeMeuse, Headmaster, Chesterton Academy, Milwaukee Dr. DeMeuse describes the power that stories and healthy discourse have to teach people to encounter crisis with discernment and joy. Summer Conference 2021, Lisle, IL chesterton.org
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Tue, 25 January 2022
Host Nancy Brown is joined by co-host Noel Culbertson and guest Susan Sucher to discuss one of our favorite Chesterton essays, The Emancipation of Domesticity. This essay is found in the book What's Wrong with the World, in Part Three: Feminism, or, The Mistake about Woman. Listen to this lively discussion. Feedback welcome at nancy@chesterton.org chesterton.org
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Wed, 19 January 2022
Nancy Brown reads The Emancipation of Domesticity (and fractures the French sentence it contains) from the G.K. Chesterton book What's Wrong with the World, Part III: Feminism, or, the Mistake about Woman. Next week, Nancy, Noel and Susan will discuss this essay, so if you want to be prepared, listen to this first! chesterton.org
Direct download: Emancipation_Reading_-_1_10_22_3.01_PM.mp3
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Tue, 18 January 2022
Kyle Mann, Editor-in-Chief, The Babylon Bee The secular left is killing satire by turning reality into a parody of itself and by censoring satirists they don’t like. And they accomplish the latter by mischaracterizing satire as misinformation. What would Chesterton say? Summer Conference, 2021, Lisle, IL chesterton.org
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Tue, 11 January 2022
Irrational Optimism and Chesterton’s Theology of the Ordinary Summer 2021 Conference Lisle, IL chesterton.org
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Tue, 4 January 2022
Learn about the Archbishop’s exciting vision to save Christianity in post-ISIS Iraq by serving families who courageously remain in their homeland. From the Annual Chesterton Conference in July, 2021 Lisle, IL chesterton.org
Direct download: Chesterton_in_Iraq_Conference_2021_-_12_16_21_10.22_AM.mp3
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Tue, 28 December 2021
This week Marie and Grace are finishing Book 2 of Manalive , reading the final chapters, “The Wild Weddings; or, the Polygamy Charge” and “How the Great Wind Went from Beacon House”. pintswithchesterton.com chesterton.org A joint project of the Society of G.K. Chesterton's UncommonSense podcast and Pints with Chesterton.
Direct download: Manalive_4and5_conclusion_-_12_15_21_1.55_PM.mp3
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Tue, 21 December 2021
Pints with Chesterton's Marie and Grace continue through Manalive… This week they read and discuss Book 2 Chapter 3, The Round Road; or, The Desertion Charge. pintswithchesterton.com chesterton.org A joint project of the Society of G.K. Chesterton's UncommonSense podcast and Pints with Chesterton.
Direct download: Manalive_Book_2_chpt3_-_11_30_21_2.09_PM.mp3
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Tue, 14 December 2021
Marie and Grace continue through Manalive… This week they read and discuss Book 2 Chapter 2, The Two Curates; or, The Burglary Charge. pintswithchesterton.com chesterton.org A joint project of the Society of G.K. Chesterton's UncommonSense podcast and Pints with Chesterton.
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Tue, 7 December 2021
Grace and Marie are continuing through Manalive… This week they read and discuss Book 2 Chapter 1, The Eye of Death; or, The Murder Charge. pintswithchesterton.com chesterton.org A joint project of the Society of G.K. Chesterton's UncommonSense podcast and Pints with Chesterton.
Direct download: Manalive_Part_2_chapter_1_-_11_30_21_9.38_AM.mp3
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Tue, 30 November 2021
This is a rebroadcast of the video located here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xDDNzdFnwMI The Transatlantic Chesterton: Reflections on the 100th Anniversary of Chesterton's Visit to America We were honored to welcome Mr. Dale Ahlquist to deliver our 3rd Annual Notre Dame Chesterton Lecture. Dale, as is well-known, is a leading Chestertonian in the US, and perhaps the world. We were so grateful for his wonderful wit and wisdom in conveying not only the life and work of G.K. and Frances, but also Chesterton's spirit. It was a remarkable gift to all of us! Dale reflected on the striking observations Chesterton made about America and the unique perspective of America he gave us. He also shared an update on the great and growing appreciation of Chesterton outside of his native England. chesterton.org
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Tue, 30 November 2021
Grace and Marie are continuing through Manalive… This week we’re reading Chapter Five, The Allegorical Practical Joker. pintswithchesterton.com chesterton.org A joint project of the Society of G.K. Chesterton's UncommonSense podcast and Pints with Chesterton.
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Tue, 23 November 2021
Grace and Marie are still reading Manalive! This week we’re reading The Garden of the God, chapter four. pintswithchesterton.com chesterton.org
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Tue, 16 November 2021
Grace and Marie are back again reading Manalive! This week we’re reading The Banner of Beacon, chapter three. pintswithchesterton.com chesterton.org
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Tue, 9 November 2021
Continuing on their Manalive journey, Grace and Marie discuss the second chapter of Chesterton’s comedic novel, Manalive, The Luggage of an Optimist. pintswithchesterton.com chesterton.org https://www.chesterton.org/store/product/manalive-ignatius/
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Tue, 2 November 2021
Grace and Marie begin Chesterton’s comedic novel, Manalive, discussing the first chapter which is entitled “A Great Wind Came to Beacon House”. pintswithchesterton.com chesterton.org https://www.chesterton.org/store/product/manalive-ignatius/
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Tue, 26 October 2021
In this first episode of Manalive, Grace and Marie introduce themselves and explain why they liked this particular book of G.K. Chesterton and how you can read along with them. PintswithChesterton.com https://www.chesterton.org/store/product/manalive-ignatius/ chesterton.org
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Mon, 25 October 2021
Jeremy Tate of the Classical Learning Test's Anchored podcast interviews Dale Ahlquist about a wide range of Chesterton topics and even quizzes Ahlquist on his knowledge of Chesterton quotes and their sources. Enjoy! https://www.cltexam.com/podcast chesterton.org
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Tue, 19 October 2021
Nancy Brown and Noel Culbertson welcome Grace Krause and Marie Bates of Pints with Chesterton to talk about their Chesterton journey. Find out the best way to read Orthodoxy and more. pintswithchesterton.com chesterton.org
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Tue, 12 October 2021
Welcome back! We start a new season with Nancy Brown, our original host, and her new co-host, Noel Culbertson. Find out how they each got involved with G.K. Chesterton himself, with his writing, the Society and more on this episode of UncommonSense. Get ready to read Manalive with our friends Grace and Marie of Pints with Chesterton by ordering your book today from: https://www.chesterton.org/store/product/manalive-ignatius/ Find Pints with Chesterton at: https://pintswithchesterton.com Society of Gilbert Keith Chesterton: chesterton.org
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Tue, 28 September 2021
We welcome back host Nancy Brown as she turns the tables and interviews Adrian Ahlquist. In this episode, we talk about Uncommon Sense, favorite Chesterton quotes, and so much more. |
Tue, 21 September 2021
Back by popular demand! If there’s one thing we love about G.K. Chesterton, it’s his quotes. Chesterton is perhaps the most quotable writer there is. So we thought we’d pull from the archives an episode where Dale Ahlquist reveals what his favorite Chesterton quotes are and what makes them so inspirational. |
Tue, 21 September 2021
Back by popular demand! If there’s one thing we love about G.K. Chesterton, it’s his quotes. Chesterton is perhaps the most quotable writer there is. So we thought we’d pull from the archives an episode where Dale Ahlquist reveals what his favorite Chesterton quotes are and what makes them so inspirational. |
Tue, 14 September 2021
What do you think Chesterton’s IQ was? Fellow Chestertonian Henry Haverstock has a good guess. Henry is a member of Mensa, which is the oldest high IQ society in the world. In this episode, we explore the intellect of G.K. Chesterton and how it may have affected his spiritual virtue. |
Wed, 8 September 2021
Most of you probably don’t know about the G.K. Chesterton Collection at the University of Notre Dame London Global Gateway. It is a magnificent collection of Chesterton’s writings and personal items. In this episode, Nancy Brown and Adrian Ahlquist interview the priest who provides oversight to the collection, Fr. Jim Lies. You won’t want to miss this episode of Uncommon Sense! |
Tue, 31 August 2021
Even though the Covid shutdown days were extremely difficult and dark times for many people, God was at work. Listen to the story of Lee Sondeno, a former Pentecostal, whose conversion began through watching Mass online only airing because of the pandemic. |
Tue, 24 August 2021
What does a theology professor have to say about humor? In this episode of Uncommon Sense, find out from Dr. David Deavel how humor is connected to morality and why it is essential in today’s world. David Deavel is a Catholic Studies professor at the University of St. Thomas and a frequent contributor to Gilbert Magazine. |
Tue, 17 August 2021
We should all know by now that C.S. Lewis was deeply influenced by G.K. Chesterton. But there is another renowned English writer who looked to Chesterton for inspiration: Poet, crime writer, and translator Dorothy L. Sayers. Listen to Crystal Downing, director of the Marion E. Wade Center, give a fascinating history of how Chesterton affected the philosophy and writings of Dorothy Sayers. |
Tue, 10 August 2021
Listen to Dale Ahlquist’s journey from reading Chesterton for the first time to becoming the world’s leading expert on him. We are returning to the archives for this episode of Uncommon Sense. This is an interview of Dale on the Wade Center Podcast, hosted by David and Crystal Downing. |
Tue, 3 August 2021
Alan C. Duncan returns to Uncommon Sense, but instead of talking about C.S. Lewis and G.K. Chesterton, this time we will be trying to figure out what Chesterton would have thought of modern rap music. Join us for this extremely entertaining and surprisingly insightful episode of Uncommon Sense! |
Tue, 27 July 2021
Our 40th Annual Chesterton Conference is this Thursday through Saturday in Lisle, IL. Don’t worry, if you can’t join us in person, you can attend the conference virtually. Register at www.chesterton.org/conference. In this episode, Nancy Brown is back with us to share why the Chesterton Conference will be one of the greatest experiences of your life! |
Tue, 20 July 2021
Actor, singer, and songwriter Jeromy Darling is back and he is one of our guest speakers at the 40th Annual Chesterton conference on July 29-31. In this episode, get a sneak peek of his talk, “On Becoming a Boy Again.” |
Tue, 13 July 2021
Chesterton has something to say about everything, right? What about the world of medicine? Virginia de la Lastra, a medical doctor and infectious disease specialist from Chile, reveals that Chesterton has been secretly a doctor this whole time. He has a diagnosis for a world that is sick, but he also has the cure. Find out what it is on this episode of Uncommon Sense. |
Tue, 6 July 2021
On this Independence Day Special, Dale Ahlquist shares what Chesterton had to say about the Declaration of Independence and the founding of America. Happy Independence Day! |
Tue, 29 June 2021
John Walker, a professional Hollywood actor, portrays G.K. Chesterton in a new show on EWTN. This fascinating tale of how he imitates Chesterton both on stage and in life is not to be missed. |
Tue, 22 June 2021
You might know something about relics of the saints and other holy people, but would you be able to tell if a relic is real or fake? Sean Pilcher, a uniquely qualified expert, is one of the few individuals in this country that can verify relics. In this episode, Sean explains how he actually verifies a relic, why we venerate them, and at the end of the episode, we'll look at some relics of G.K. Chesterton, which are in Dale Ahlquist's possession. |
Tue, 15 June 2021
Have you ever wondered what the connection is between Star Wars and the Vatican II? That would be surprising if you have. Julian Ahlquist is here to present the case that the Star Wars saga could be an apt analogy for the history of Vatican II. In this episode of Uncommon Sense, you’ll get an entertaining way to learn about this important event in Church history. |
Tue, 8 June 2021
We are right between Chesterton’s birthday and future Feast Day, so why not talk about both? Dale Ahlquist joins again to give us all the details about the bookends of Chesterton’s life. He’ll tell us what Chesterton said about his own birthday, he’ll tell what the reactions were to his death, and he’ll reveal which famous figures were present at his funeral. |
Tue, 1 June 2021
Have you signed up for our 40th Annual Chesterton conference this summer? Find out about our fascinating speakers, joyful fun, face-to-face conversations and the famous AfterGlows await those who will attend. Returning on this episode of Uncommon Sense is our beloved former host, Nancy Brown! |
Tue, 25 May 2021
There are many people who converted to Catholicism because of G.K. Chesterton. Each story is unique, but Robert Asch’s may be the most surprising. Robert was an Reform Jew who was devout and highly educated in his faith. He converted after reading Chesterton. He even went on to cofound the St. Austin Review with Joseph Pearce. What was it that Chesterton said? Listen to Robert's story on this episode of Uncommon Sense. |
Tue, 18 May 2021
What do we actually know about G.K. Chesterton’s cause of death? What illnesses did Chesterton have, physical or mental? And in the end, was Chesterton healthy or not? These are the questions that William Griffiths sought to answer in his medical research on Chesterton. Find out his official diagnosis. |
Tue, 11 May 2021
What causes someone to go from being a radical right-wing nationalist to a faithful Catholic and charitable fundraiser? The answer is G.K. Chesterton. This is the story of Stuart McCullough, who went on to found the Catholic G.K. Chesterton Society. Listen to Stuart's inspirational story of how Chesterton changed his life. |
Tue, 4 May 2021
ChesterCon21 is LIVE and back in person (and virtual) this summer! The theme of the 40th Annual G.K. Chesterton Conference is The Laughing Prophet: Finding Hope and Joy in this Crazy World. Why this theme? And what will you experience at this year’s conference? Dale Ahlquist answers these questions and more in this episode of Uncommon Sense. |
Tue, 27 April 2021
Did you know that G.K. Chesterton had a profound influence on C.S. Lewis? Much of what Lewis wrote was inspired by what he read by Chesterton. Alan C. Duncan has gone through Lewis’ original manuscripts and documented the proof! In this episode of Uncommon Sense, we get to discuss with Alan the book he recently completed, Gilbert & Jack: What C.S. Lewis Found Reading G.K. Chesterton. |
Tue, 20 April 2021
Have you ever asked yourself why God allows evil? Do you have an answer but you just can’t articulate it? In this episode, we seek the help of a brilliant Chesterton headmaster, Eric DeMeuse, from the Chesterton Academy of Milwaukee where he also teaches theology. In our conversation, we not only explore tough theological mysteries, we show how theology can be taught through literature. |
Tue, 13 April 2021
Meet our new Director of Development, John Smith. John is passionate about creating a culture of gift. What does that mean exactly? In this episode, we break down the philosophy of giving and why it plays a significant role in Christian life. |
Tue, 6 April 2021
The Easter mystery, the Resurrection of the Body, and Chesterton’s short poem, “The Donkey," are all part of this Uncommon Sense episode featuring Chesterton Society President Dale Ahlquist. |
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The Podcast of the Society of GKC, where we talk about everything, and everything else, with a Chestertonian perspective. The podcast is hosted by Grettelyn Darkey and Albert Saenz.
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