Best firstthings Podcasts (2025)

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NovelCon (ft. Christopher Scalia) 31:15

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In the latest installment of the ongoing interview series with contributing editor Mark Bauerlein, Christopher J. Scalia joins in to discuss his recent book, "13 Novels Conservatives Will Love (but Probably Haven't Read)."By First Things

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A Practical Guide to Freeing Kids and Teens from Smartphones 42:45

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In this episode, Clare Morell joins Rusty Reno on in the First Things office to talk about her recent book, “The Tech Exit: A Practical Guide to Freeing Kids and Teens from Smartphones.”By First Things

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At Home and Abroad 37:59

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The editors discuss conservatism’s big wins at the Supreme Court and America’s military and diplomatic ventures in the Middle East. Rusty Reno joins Julia Yost.By First Things

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The Fed and the College 30:11

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In the latest installment of the ongoing interview series with contributing editor Mark Bauerlein, Brad Lingo joins in to discuss Grove City College.Subscribe to Mark's new channel on:Spotify: tinyurl.com/mufv3xzwApple Podcasts: tinyurl.com/3w32d42xIntro music by Jack Bauerlein.By First Things

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The Quest for the Historical Jesus 54:13

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In this episode, Michael C. Legaspi joins Rusty Reno on The Editor's Desk to talk about his recent review, "Jesus After the Critics" from the June/July 2025 issue of the magazine.By First Things

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The Death of Mass Literacy 41:11

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In this episode, Wessie du Toit joins Rusty Reno on The Editor's Desk to talk about his recent essay, "The Future of Reading" from the June/July 2025 issue of the magazine.Subscribe at www.firstthings.com/subscribe in order to access this and many other great pieces!By First Things

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Classical Education Keeps Growing 29:23

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In the latest installment of the ongoing interview series with contributing editor Mark Bauerlein, Martin Cothran joins in to discuss Memoria Press and Classical Education in America.Subscribe to Mark's new channel on:Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/mufv3xzwApple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/3w32d42xIntro music by Jack Bauerlein.…

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L.A. and Elon 31:27

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The editors discuss the immigration riots in Los Angeles, and Donald Trump’s feud with Gavin Newsom. Then they discuss that other feud. Rusty Reno joins Julia Yost.By First Things

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The Roar: 2025 Panthers Offseason Review 59:44

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Billy and John are back for 2025!Today, we recap the Panthers draft, free agency moves, and look ahead to a big year for Bryce Young and co.By Blue Wire

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The Rise of Queer Politics (ft. Joy Pullmann) 32:01

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In the latest installment of the ongoing interview series with contributing editor Mark Bauerlein, Joy Pullmann joins in to discuss her recent book, "False Flag: Why Queer Politics Mean the End of America."Intro music by Jack Bauerlein.By First Things

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Kids Aren’t Learning—Here’s What To Do (ft. Jason Bedrick) 31:33

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In the latest installment of the ongoing interview series with contributing editor Mark Bauerlein, Jason Bedrick joins in to discuss "The Phoenix Declaration: An American Vision for Education."Intro music by Jack Bauerlein.By First Things

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The Hour for a New Humanism | 2025 D.C. Lecture (Presented by: Carl Trueman) 47:36

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In this episode, First Things brings you the recording of the 2025 D.C. Lecture presented by Carl Trueman. Please subscribe at www.firstthings.com/subscribe in order to get more information on future lectures and access many great pieces!By First Things

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Sainthood through Marriage 26:47

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In the latest installment of the ongoing interview series with contributing editor Mark Bauerlein, Caitrin Bennett joins in to discuss her recent book, "Holier Matrimony: Married Saints, Catholic Vows, and Sacramental Grace."Intro music by Jack Bauerlein.By First Things

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The Popecast 36:06

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The editors discuss the first days of the pontificate of Leo XIV, the first American pope. Then, a report on the pope’s brothers. Rusty Reno, editor Dan Hitchens, and Virginia Aabram join Julia Yost.By First Things

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Law on Film (ft. Stanley Fish) 31:09

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In the latest installment of the ongoing interview series with contributing editor Mark Bauerlein, Stanley Fish joins in to discuss his recent book, "Law at the Movies: Turning Legal Doctrine into Art."Intro music by Jack Bauerlein.By First Things

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The Persistence of Ideology (ft. Daniel Mahoney) 30:10

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In the latest installment of the ongoing interview series with contributing editor Mark Bauerlein, Daniel J. Mahoney joins in to discuss his recent book, "The Persistence of the Ideological Lie: The Totalitarian Impulse Then and Now."Intro music by Jack Bauerlein.By First Things

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Pius vs. Innocent 33:26

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While waiting for news from the real-life conclave, the editors re-watch the 2024 feature film Conclave and the 2017 HBO series The Young Pope. Then they air their hopes and anxieties about the papal election. Dan Hitchens and special guest Matthew Schmitz join Julia Yost.By First Things

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Women Without Men! (ft. Darel E. Paul) 50:16

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In this episode, Darel E. Paul joins Rusty Reno on The Editor's Desk to talk about his recent essay, "Feminism Against Fertility" from the May 2025 issue of the magazine.Please subscribe at www.firstthings.com/subscribe in order to access this and many other great pieces!By First Things

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Francis and Following 35:41

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The editors discuss Pope Francis, whose twelve-year pontificate ended with his death on Easter Monday. Then the staff preview their picks for the upcoming conclave. Rusty Reno and Dan Hitchens join Julia Yost.By First Things

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We Are All Postliberals Now | Inaugural Neuhaus Lecture (Presented by: Patrick Deneen) 1:05:18

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In this episode, First Things brings you the recording of the Inaugural Neuhaus Lecture presented by Patrick J. Deneen. Please subscribe at www.firstthings.com/subscribe in order to get more information on future lectures and access many great pieces!By First Things

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The Bible’s Forgotten Women (ft. Mary DeMuth) 26:58

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In the latest installment of the ongoing interview series with contributing editor Mark Bauerlein, Mary E. DeMuth joins in to discuss her recent book, "The Most Overlooked Women of the Bible: What Their Stories Teach Us about Being Seen and Heard."Intro music by Jack Bauerlein.By First Things

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The Problem of Embryo Ownership (ft. Ericka Andersen) 35:16

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In this episode, Ericka Andersen joins Rusty Reno at The Editor’s Desk to talk about her recent essay, “Who Owns the Embryos?” from the April 2025 issue of the magazine.Please subscribe at www.firstthings.com/subscribe in order to access this and many other great pieces!By First Things

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The Destiny of Israel (ft. Josh Hammer) 31:30

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In the latest installment of the ongoing interview series with contributing editor Mark Bauerlein, Josh Hammer joins in to discuss his recent book, "Israel and Civilization: The Fate of the Jewish Nation and the Destiny of the West."By First Things

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The Mystery of Angela Merkel (ft. Christopher Caldwell) 51:48

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In this episode, Christopher Caldwell joins Rusty Reno at The Editor’s Desk to talk about his piece, “Merkel's Country” from the March 2025 issue of the magazine. Please subscribe at www.firstthings.com/subscribe in order to access this and many other great pieces!By First Things

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The Lord’s Supper Is for All Ages 25:52

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In the latest installment of the ongoing interview series with contributing editor Mark Bauerlein, Jeffrey J. Meyers joins in to discuss his recent book, "Why Children are Welcome to the Lord's Supper: Some Questions & Answers about Paedocommunion."By First Things

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NovelCon (ft. Christopher Scalia) 31:15

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A Practical Guide to Freeing Kids and Teens from Smartphones 42:45

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At Home and Abroad 37:59

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The Fed and the College 30:11

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The Quest for the Historical Jesus 54:13

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The Death of Mass Literacy 41:11

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Classical Education Keeps Growing 29:23

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L.A. and Elon 31:27

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The Roar: 2025 Panthers Offseason Review 59:44

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The Rise of Queer Politics (ft. Joy Pullmann) 32:01

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Kids Aren’t Learning—Here’s What To Do (ft. Jason Bedrick) 31:33

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The Hour for a New Humanism | 2025 D.C. Lecture (Presented by: Carl Trueman) 47:36

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Sainthood through Marriage 26:47

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The Popecast 36:06

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Law on Film (ft. Stanley Fish) 31:09

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The Persistence of Ideology (ft. Daniel Mahoney) 30:10

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Pius vs. Innocent 33:26

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Women Without Men! (ft. Darel E. Paul) 50:16

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Francis and Following 35:41

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We Are All Postliberals Now | Inaugural Neuhaus Lecture (Presented by: Patrick Deneen) 1:05:18

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The Bible’s Forgotten Women (ft. Mary DeMuth) 26:58

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The Problem of Embryo Ownership (ft. Ericka Andersen) 35:16

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The Destiny of Israel (ft. Josh Hammer) 31:30

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The Mystery of Angela Merkel (ft. Christopher Caldwell) 51:48

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The Lord’s Supper Is for All Ages 25:52