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The Podcast of the Society of Gilbert Keith Chesterton, where we talk about everything under the sun with a Chestertonian perspective, as well as the writings and legacy of G.K. Chesterton himself. The podcast is hosted by Grettelyn Darkey and Joe Grabowski. Want to give us feedback? Email podcast@c… read more

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Farewell

February 22nd, 2024

0:39

An important message from RadioPublic

Chris Stefanick: Helping Us Learn to Share the Love of Christ

March 26th, 2024

26:38

In this episode, Joe and Grettelyn speak with Chris Stefanick about spreading the love of Christ, helping people live holier lives and marriages, and …

Conference Preview: The State of Friendship

March 19th, 2024

42:18

In this first "Conference Preview" episode of the season, Grettelyn and Joe discuss this summer's event, and in particular Joe's talk about the …

Painting, Writing, Reading and Praying with GKC

March 12th, 2024

39:33

In this episode Grettelyn and Joe speak with Father Ryan, a former Chesterton Schools Network headmaster and a Chesterton enthusiast, about how …

Hatching a Great Idea: The Good Egg Fund

March 5th, 2024

35:54

Grettelyn and Joe interview Katie (a.k.a. "Mrs. Ruvi"), the founder of The Good Egg Fund. Learn about this fascinating and inspiring initiative, and chip in if you want to help. Visit goodeggfund.org today.

G.K. Chesterton and Charles Dickens

February 27th, 2024

41:04

In this episode, Grettelyn interviews Thomas Banks of the Literary Life podcast about Chesterton and Dickens.

https://www.theliterary.life/

Approaching Lent with the Mind of Chesterton

February 20th, 2024

37:22

Joe and Grettelyn talk about this year's Lenten reflections (chesterton.org/lent) and how Chesterton's appreciation for paradox can assist in a more …

Editing Chesterton, with Jeanette Flood

February 13th, 2024

32:58

In today's episode, Grettelyn speaks with Jeanette Flood, a freelance writer who worked as an editor for Ignatius Press on several of the volumes of …

Is Latin Really a Dead Language?

February 6th, 2024

26:48

In this episode, Grettelyn speaks with Thomas Finke, a Latin teacher for Chesterton Academy of the Twin Cities and the Latin curriculum author for …

Susan Sucher on the Gift of Local Chesterton Societies

January 30th, 2024

47:10

Grettelyn talks to Susan Sucher, the Local Societies Coordinator for the Society of G.K. Chesterton, about the great gift of our local societies and how she's helping people form and sustain ones of their own. 

To learn …

Special: Dale Ahlquist on Chesterton and Classical Education

January 23rd, 2024

28:35

This week on Uncommon Sense, we are proud to present a recording of a talk given last year to the Chesterton School's Network conference by our …

Robert Jackson: Classic Education and Chesterton

January 16th, 2024

49:49

Joe talks with Dr. Robert L. Jackson, an expert in classical education and the new Senior Fellow for the Chesterton Schools Network (CSN). Hear about …

SPECIAL EPISODE: Virtual Open House with Dale Ahlquist

January 9th, 2024

1:00:20

This week, we are proud to air an encore presentation of a Virtual Open House for the Chesterton Schools Network hosted by Dale Ahlquist and …

Presenting the Gospel with True Christian Joy, with Ted Janiszewski

January 2nd, 2024

1:01:30

In this episode, Grettelyn speaks with Ted Janiszewski of St. Irenaeus Ministries about Saint Irenaeus Ministries and about how to winsomely present …

Christmas Special: "The Gift of Chesterton"

December 25th, 2023

27:12

This Christmas, the Society of G.K. Chesterton celebrates "The Gift of Chesterton." Join us for this special episode, as a few members of our community reflect upon the difference Chesterton has made in their own lives …

A Look at the Year Ahead, with Dale Ahlquist

December 19th, 2023

26:28

Dale Ahlquist joins Joe and Grettelyn to look at some of the highlights for the Society of GK Chesterton in the coming year!

Please support our work! Visit chesterton.org/give today.

Bringing a Chesterton Poem to Life through Music

December 12th, 2023

37:42

Grettelyn and Joe interview Dr. Mark Nowakowski about being a Catholic composer and making a beautiful piece of a simple Chesterton Christmas poem.

Tolkien's Faith, with Holly Ordway

December 5th, 2023

48:56

Grettelyn and Joe speak to Holly Ordway, author of a brand new spiritual biography of the beloved author, J.R.R. Tolkien, published by Word on Fire.

Recovering the Classic Works of Catholic Social Thought, with John Sharp

November 28th, 2023

51:56

Grettelyn and Joe speak to John Sharp, co-founding director and publisher with IHS Press, which seeks to bring back classic works on economic, …

Making Medicine Local, Affordable, and Catholic, with Dr. James Breen

November 21st, 2023

33:21

Grettelyn speaks Dr. James Breen about the Benedict Medicine Consortium, an attempt to bring the practice of medicine back into line with the Social Teachings of the Church.

For more info, visit benedictmedicine.org.

A New Book for an Exciting Movement in Education, with Andrew Youngblood

November 14th, 2023

48:54

Joe and Grettelyn speak with Andrew Youngblood about his exciting new popular book from Word on Fire, "Know Thyself: Classical Catholic Education and …

Pipes, Chesterton, and the Catholic Church, with Alan Harrelson

November 7th, 2023

48:25

Joe and Grettelyn speak with Alan Harrelson of Pipe Cottage about his journey to the Catholic Church, his experience reading Chesterton, his love …

Meet the Top Meadow Troupe, with Nancy Brown

October 31st, 2023

27:41

Nancy joins Grettelyn to discuss her newest book, and a great present for this Christmas: The Chestertons and the Top Meadow Troupe!

To get Nancy's book, visit chesterton.org/tmt (for "Top Meadow Troupe"). 

For the …

Chesterton in America in the News

October 24th, 2023

38:05

Joe and Grettelyn look at Chesterton's historic newsmaking trip to Notre Dame University in October, 1930.

For a sample of Father O'Donnell's poetry, see

Pray and Fast for Peace

October 17th, 2023

31:06

Joe and Grettelyn talk about the call issued by the Bishops of the United States, in solidarity with that of the Bishops of the Holy Land, for a day …

Society News and Updates for Fall 2023

October 10th, 2023

33:55

Joe and Grettelyn talk about some news and updates from the Society of GK Chesterton. To catch the Virtual Society LIVE this week, visit https://www.youtube.com/@AmCHESTERTONsoc/live.

 

FROM THE ARCHIVES: Lepanto, The Most Important Battle in History - with Christopher Check

October 3rd, 2023

42:56

In honor of this coming Saturday's feast of Our Lady of the Rosary, and the anniversary of the Battle of Lepanto, we are re-airing this interview …

SPECIAL EPISODE: Bishop Barron's Keynote from the 42nd Annual Chesterton Conference

September 26th, 2023

53:44

On this special episode, we feature the keynote address from this year's Chesterton conference, where His Excellency, Most Rev. Robert Barron, of the Diocese of Winona-Rochester and of Word on Fire Ministries, provides …

Faith, Philosophy and Rock, with Matthew Kelly of the Dropkick Murphys

September 19th, 2023

42:05

In this episode, Joe speaks with Matthew Kelly, the drummer of the Dropkick Murphys about keeping the faith while rockin' around the world. Don't miss it!

A Student Journalist Pursuing and Publishing the Truth

September 12th, 2023

34:16

In this episode, Joe and Grettelyn speak with W. Joseph DeReuil, Editor Emeritus of The Irish Rover, an independent student newspaper at the University of Notre Dame.

 

To learn more about Joseph, the Rover, and the …

Iconography and Fraternity, with Collin Konetzke

September 5th, 2023

49:14

In this episode, Joe and Grettelyn speak with Collin Konetzke about his part-time work as an iconographer and his membership in the Brotherhood of …

Walking with Father Vincent, with Andrew McNabb

August 29th, 2023

47:51

In this episode, Joe and Grettelyn speak with Andrew McNabb, a lay Dominican and the great-grandnephew of Father Vincent McNabb, OP, the great Distributist and contemporary of Chesterton. Andrew's new book, Walking with …

Recapping the Best Conference Ever, with Dale Ahlquist

August 22nd, 2023

43:17

President of the Society of GK Chesterton Dale Ahlquist joins us to recap this year's Chesterton conference!

ENCORE: Nancy Brown on Chesterton and Our Lady

August 15th, 2023

39:21

In honor of the Solemnity of the Assumption, we present a special encore of our recording of an interview with author Nancy Brown on her book on G.K. …

Appreciating Chesterton's Philosophy, with Michael Steele

August 8th, 2023

32:17

In this episode, Grettelyn speaks with Michael Steele from We Are One Body Catholic Radio about appreciating Chesterton's unique philosophical …

The Crisis in Modern Education (and the Solution)

July 18th, 2023

36:03

In this episode, Grettelyn interviews Katherine Kersten, Society Board Member and Senior Policy Fellow at the Center of the American Experiment, …

6 Reasons NOT TO MISS This Year's Chesterton Conference!

July 11th, 2023

24:43

In this special episode, we revisit the interviews over the past several weeks with guests who will be speaking at this year's Chesterton conference …

Independence Day Special 2023

July 4th, 2023

11:09

Join us for this short special episode as we share some quotations from Chesterton about patriotism, politics, and liberty, along with music and …

The Prosaic Dullness of Chaos, with Haley Stewart

June 27th, 2023

40:26

We speak with Haley Stewart, Author and Editor of Word on Fire Spark and of the Sister Seraphina mysteries, about children's literature, detective fiction, our upcoming conference, and more!

LINKS:

This year's …

Chattin' with Our Chaplain, Father Spencer Howe

June 20th, 2023

37:21

We speak with Father Spencer Howe, Chaplain of the Society of GK Chesterton, about Chesterton's spirituality, Saint Francis of Assisi, our upcoming conference, and more!

 

LINKS:

This year's Chesterton conference:

Evangelization and Apologetics Through the Power of Storytelling, with Chris Check

June 13th, 2023

42:20

We speak with Christopher Check, President of Catholic Answers, about the power of storytelling in evangelization and apologetics, and more!

LINKS:

The Impressive Vocation of a Domestic Empress, with Susan Sucher

June 6th, 2023

46:20

We speak with Gilbert columnist and upcoming conference speaker Susan Sucher about the vocation of a "Domestic Empress." Don't miss it!

LINKS:

Saint Francis of Assisi - Part Two

May 30th, 2023

48:05

In this episode, Grettelyn and Joe wrap up their two-part discussion of Chesterton's book, Saint Francis of Assisi, in preparation for the summer Chesterton conference!

LINKS:

https://chesterton.org/conference

Saint Francis of Assisi - Part One

May 23rd, 2023

49:28

In this episode, Joe and Grettelyn begin a two-part discussion of Chesterton's book, Saint Francis of Assisi, in preparation for the summer Chesterton conference!

LINKS:

https://chesterton.org/conference

The Foundations and Fruits of the High Middle Ages, with Joseph Pearce

May 16th, 2023

34:28

In this episode, Grettelyn speaks with Joseph Pearce about his upcoming talk at the 42nd Annual Chesterton Conference.

Links:

https://jpearce.co/
https://chesterton.org/uncommonsense
https://chesterton.org/conference

Dale Ahlquist: Society News and Summer Conference Preview!

May 9th, 2023

39:37

On this episode, we speak with Society President, Dale Ahlquist, about the Society and our upcoming summer conference!

chesterton.org/uncommonsense

Chesterton and Solzhenitsyn, with Tom Martin

May 2nd, 2023

35:32

On this episode of Uncommon Sense, we speak to Deacon Tom Martin about his upcoming talk at this year's Chesterton Conference on Chesterton and …

Finding the Right Fit for Our Kids, with Maria Jansen

April 25th, 2023

25:37

On this episode of Uncommon Sense, Grettelyn speaks with Maria Jansen, co-founded of Chesterton Academy of St. Louis, about the difference the …

Boys, Farming, and Bob Dylan, with Dan Kerr

April 18th, 2023

48:01

In this episode of Uncommon Sense, we talk with Troubadour Dan Kerr, President of St. Martin's Academy, about the unique boarding school experience …

Recovering Cultural Debris, with Alan Cornett

April 11th, 2023

33:20

Alan Cornett of the Cultural Debris Podcast joins us on this episode of Uncommon Sense to talk about Russell Kirk's conservative vision and its …

Radically Redeeming Economics, with Jacob Imam

April 4th, 2023

34:48

In this episode, we speak with Jacob Imam, co-editor of New Polity and co-founder of the College of St. Joseph the Worker in Steubenville, OH. We …

All the World's a Stage, with John Walker

March 28th, 2023

35:01

In this episode of Uncommon Sense, we talk with John Walker, Associate Professor of Theater and Fine Arts at the Franciscan University in Steubenville, and star of EWTN's "Chesterton Station."

 

Talkin' to a Troubadour, with Professor William Fahey

March 21st, 2023

30:45

In this episode of Uncommon Sense, we talk with one of the Troubadours, Professor William Fahey, President of the Thomas More College of Liberal Arts …

Chesterton and Catholic Rural Life with Tim Streiff

March 14th, 2023

35:46

On this episode of Uncommon Sense, Grettelyn and Albert interview Tim Streiff, the Program Director of Catholic Rural Life. We talk about how …

A Chestertonian Adventure with JonMarc Grodi

March 7th, 2023

36:10

On this episode of Uncommon Sense, Grettelyn and Albert interview JonMarc Grodi, the Executive Director of The Coming Home Network. JonMarc discusses how he discovered Chesterton and the great Chesterton adventure that …

Leading a Chesterton Academy, An Interview with Eileen Douglass

February 28th, 2023

29:08

On this episode of Uncommon Sense, Grettelyn and Albert speak with Eileen Douglass, the Head of School of Chesterton Academy of the St. Croix Valley. …

Lent With Chesterton: Mercy Triumphs

February 21st, 2023

28:59

Take a Lenten journey with G.K. Chesterton. Grettelyn and Albert look at the 2023 Lenten Campaign, Mercy Triumphs. They will take a some of their favorite relfections from the campaign and share their thoughts on …

Coming Home with Chesterton, An Interview with Matt Swaim

February 14th, 2023

31:43

On this episode of Uncommon Sense Grettelyn and Albert interview Matt Swaim, the Director of Outreach for the Coming Home Network. Matt talks about …

2023: The Year Ahead with Dale Ahlquist

February 7th, 2023

40:05

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 …

Staff Highlights: Jen Finke

January 31st, 2023

24:09

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 …

A Hymn: O God of Earth and Altar

January 24th, 2023

29:14

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. …

Headmaster Highlight, Fr. Ryan Adorjan

January 17th, 2023

44:20

In this episode of Uncommon Sense, it's a Headmaster Highlight. Grettelyn and Albert talk with Fr. Ryan Adorjan, the Headmaster of Chesterton Academy …

The Book of Job, a Chestertonian Viewpoint

January 10th, 2023

37:39

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!

Introduction to the Book of Job (chesterton.org)

SPECIAL EPISODE: The Life of Benedict XVI

January 4th, 2023

41:24

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. 
Together, they …

A New Year, An Old Chesterton

January 3rd, 2023

31:10

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, …

Christmas Traditions With the Staff from The Society of GKC

December 27th, 2022

50:39

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 …

Chesterton on Dickens on Christmas

December 20th, 2022

30:14

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 …

Having a Pint With David Bates: A C.S. Lewis Conversation

December 13th, 2022

35:16

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 …

Forming Saints for a Brighter Future

December 6th, 2022

38:21

This week on Uncommon Sense, Dr. Eric DeMeuse, a Chesterton Schools Network Academic Dean, returns to the show to talk about all things Chesterton …

Chesterton With the Chaplain: An Interview With Fr. Spencer Howe

November 29th, 2022

33:55

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 …

Star of Wonder: Our Advent 2022 Campaign

November 22nd, 2022

32:05

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 …

A Proper Friendship: Wisdom From G.K. Chesterton

November 15th, 2022

37:15

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 …

Headmaster Highlight, Dr. Joshua Russell

November 8th, 2022

34:32

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 …

Talking Tolkien, With Joseph Pearce

November 1st, 2022

30:44

In this fantastical episode of Uncommon Sense, Grettelyn and Albert talk with author, Joseph Pearce about J.R.R. Tolkien and all things Middle …

A Fall 2022 Society Update With Dale Ahlqist

October 25th, 2022

29:53

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 …

The Squires of The Society of G.K. Chesterton

October 18th, 2022

24:48

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. …

The Pursuit of Pilfered Cheese, A New Book by Haley Stewart

October 11th, 2022

29:16

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 …

The Important Work of the Society, With Brent Forrest

October 4th, 2022

25:02

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 …

It's All About Community, With Joe Grabowski

September 27th, 2022

32:32

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 …

The Knight and His Queen, with Maria Romine

September 20th, 2022

39:03

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 …

Nancy Brown's New Book, G.K. Chesterton and Our Lady

September 13th, 2022

39:21

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 …

Pints With Chesterton Reviews the 41st Annual Chesterton Conference

September 6th, 2022

40:33

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 …

A Piece of Chalk

August 30th, 2022

35:08

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 …

Chesterton is Going Digital

August 23rd, 2022

29:16

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 …

From the 41st Annual Chesterton Conference

August 9th, 2022

17:23

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 …

41st Annual Chesterton Conference, The New Guy and The Veteran

July 26th, 2022

34:13

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 …

John Walker, The Man Who is Chesterton

July 19th, 2022

29:15

John Walker, a professional actor, joins this episode of Uncommon Sense and talks about his own journey through Hollywood and how he eventually ended …

Christopher Check Talks Christopher Columbus

July 12th, 2022

37:40

On this episode of Uncommon Sense, Christopher Check, the President of Catholic Answers, talks with Albert about the upcoming 41st Annual Chesterton …

Joseph Pearce talks Conference, America and Freedom

July 5th, 2022

38:24

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 …

Chesterton, Motherhood and Babies, with Susan Sucher

June 28th, 2022

36:10

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 …

Chesterton and Conversion | "The Convert"

June 21st, 2022

35:59

In this episode of Uncommon Sense Grettelyn and Albert discuss the Chesterton poem, "The Convert". They open up what's hiding inside of this …

Dale Ahlquist and the 41st Annual Chesterton Conference

June 14th, 2022

36:05

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: …

Introducing New Hosts / Favorite Quotes

June 7th, 2022

34:08

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 …

UncommonSense/Pints with Chesterton Orthodoxy Chpt 8

May 24th, 2022

52:39
The Romance of Orthodoxy

Christianity is the greatest romantic adventure!

chesterton.org

pintswithchesterton.org

UncommonSense/Pints with Chesterton Orthodoxy Chpt 7

May 17th, 2022

52:02
The Eternal Revolution

G.K.C. discusses the importance of Christ always making things new and Christians not becoming complacent. It is a revolution …

UncommonSense/Pints with Chesterton Orthodoxy Chpt 6

May 10th, 2022

57:13

The Paradoxes of Christianity

G.K.C. explains how the critics and skeptics of Christianity did more to convert him than Christian apologists!

UncommonSense/Pints with Chesterton Orthodoxy Chpt 5

May 3rd, 2022

53:32

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 …

UncommonSense/Pints with Chesterton Orthodoxy Chapter 4

April 26th, 2022

43:12

The Ethics of Elfland

This week we’re continuing Orthodoxy! We are discussing Chapter 4, The Ethics of Elfland.

chesterton.org

pintswithchesterton.com

UncommonSense/Pints with Chesterton Orthodoxy Chpt 3

April 19th, 2022

1:08:14
Marie and Grace discuss Chapter Three of Orthodoxy.

A joint project of Pints with Chesterton and UncommonSense.

pintswithchesterton.com

chesterton.org

UncommonSense/Pints with Chesterton Orthodoxy Chpt 2

April 14th, 2022

49:50

Marie and Grace discuss Chapter Two of Orthodoxy.

A joint project of Pints with Chesterton and UncommonSense.

pintswithchesterton.com

chesterton.org

UncommonSense/Pints with Chesterton Orthodoxy Chpt 1

April 5th, 2022

55:29
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

Good to be Alive - Fr. Spencer Howe

March 29th, 2022

1:00:41

Father Howe reflects on Chesterton’s insights on the significance of birthdays and his affirmation of the goodness of existence.

chesterton.org

UncommonSense/Pints with Chesterton The Flying Stars

March 22nd, 2022

46:28

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

Chesterton and Artificial Intelligence - Mark Matthews

March 15th, 2022

37:30

Chesterton and Artificial Intelligence

Mark Matthews, Senior Software Engineer

Mark separates AI fact from fanciful extrapolation, and …

UncommonSense/Pints with Chesterton The Queer Feet

March 8th, 2022

57:50

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

UncommonSense/Pints with Chesterton The Secret Garden

March 1st, 2022

59:44

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

UncommonSense/Pints with Chesterton The Blue Cross

February 22nd, 2022

1:12:01

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

The Humor and Humility of G.K. Chesterton - Joseph Pearce

February 15th, 2022

29:21

Joseph Pearce, Director of Publishing, The Augustine Institute

Joseph Pearce shows how Chesterton’s virtue infuses his
sense of humour, his joie de vivre, his use of paradox and his Christian witness to the …

Discussion of Chesterton's Essay Babies and Distributism

February 8th, 2022

35:21

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 …

Babies and Distributism Essay by G.K. Chesterton

February 2nd, 2022

10:51

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, …

Education as a Joyful Crisis - Eric DeMeuse

February 1st, 2022

29:20

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, …

Discussion of Chesterton's Essay The Emancipation of Domesticity

January 25th, 2022

43:14

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 …

The Emancipation of Domesticity Essay by G.K. Chesterton

January 19th, 2022

16:52

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, …

Chesterton and the Power of Satire - Babylon Bee - Kyle Mann

January 18th, 2022

32:57

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 …

Irrational Optimism and Chesterton’s Theology of the Ordinary - Lydia Webster

January 11th, 2022

19:15

Irrational Optimism and Chesterton’s Theology of the Ordinary
Lydia Webster, Boyce College, Louisville, KY
This Chesterton scholar discusses how …

A New Chesterton Academy in Iraq - Archbishop Warda

January 4th, 2022

23:52

Learn about the Archbishop’s exciting vision to save Christianity in post-ISIS Iraq by serving families who courageously remain in their homeland.

UncommonSense/Pints with Chesterton: Manalive Book 2 Chapter 4 & 5

December 28th, 2021

1:04:24

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 …

UncommonSense/Pints with Chesterton: Manalive Book 2 Chapter 3

December 21st, 2021

1:00:06

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.

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UncommonSense/Pints with Chesterton: Manalive Book 2 Chapter 2

December 14th, 2021

1:01:41

Marie and Grace continue through Manalive… This week they read and discuss Book 2 Chapter 2, The Two Curates; or, The Burglary Charge.

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UncommonSense/Pints with Chesterton: Manalive Book 2 Chapter 1

December 7th, 2021

56:57

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.

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Bonus: Dale Ahlquist Lecture on Transatlantic Chesterton

November 30th, 2021

59:35

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 …

UncommonSense/Pints with Chesterton: Manalive Chapter Five

November 30th, 2021

1:09:14

Grace and Marie are continuing through Manalive… This week we’re reading Chapter Five, The Allegorical Practical Joker.

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UncommonSense/Pints with Chesterton: Manalive Chapter Four

November 23rd, 2021

54:48

Grace and Marie are still reading Manalive! This week we’re reading The Garden of the God, chapter four.

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UncommonSense/Pints with Chesterton: Manalive Chapter Three

November 16th, 2021

58:46

Grace and Marie are back again reading Manalive! This week we’re reading The Banner of Beacon, chapter three.

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UncommonSense/Pints with Chesterton: Manalive Chapter Two

November 9th, 2021

52:54

Continuing on their Manalive journey, Grace and Marie discuss the second chapter of Chesterton’s comedic novel, Manalive, The Luggage of an Optimist.

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UncommonSense/Pints with Chesterton: Manalive Chapter One

November 2nd, 2021

57:01

Grace and Marie begin Chesterton’s comedic novel, Manalive, discussing the first chapter which is entitled “A Great Wind Came to Beacon House”.

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Introducing Manalive with Grace and Marie

October 26th, 2021

49:52

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 …

Dale Ahlquist interviewed on CLT's "Anchored" podcast

October 25th, 2021

37:01

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!

Introducing Pints with Chesterton's Marie & Grace

October 19th, 2021

24:08

Nancy Brown and Noel Culbertson welcome Grace Krause and Marie Bates of Pints with Chesterton to talk about their Chesterton journey. Find out the …

New Season, Old Host, New co-Host: Nancy Brown & Noel Culbertson

October 12th, 2021

27:14

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 …

Passing the Torch – Adrian Ahlquist

September 28th, 2021

21:42

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.

Famous Chesterton Quotes – Dale Ahlquist

September 21st, 2021

26:38

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 …

What was Chesterton’s IQ – Henry Haverstock

September 15th, 2021

23:35

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 …

The G.K. Chesterton Collection – Fr. Jim Lies

September 8th, 2021

23:43

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 …

Covid and Conversion – Lee Sondeno

August 31st, 2021

32:58

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 …

The Importance of Humor – David Deavel

August 24th, 2021

26:41

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 …

Chesterton and Dorothy L. Sayers – Crystal Downing

August 17th, 2021

37:12

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 …

The Prince of Paradox – Dale Ahlquist

August 10th, 2021

36:32

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 …

Would Chesterton Have Liked Rap – Alan C. Duncan

August 3rd, 2021

30:15

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 …

Last Chance to Register for ChesterCon21 – Nancy Brown | Uncommon Sense #54

July 27th, 2021

8:45

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 …

On Becoming a Boy Again – Jeromy Darling

July 20th, 2021

33:00

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 …

Paging Dr. Chesterton – Virginia de la Lastra

July 13th, 2021

42:31

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 …

Chesterton and Independence Day – Dale Ahlquist

July 6th, 2021

13:21

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!

Acting as Chesterton – John Walker

June 29th, 2021

40:04

John Walker, a professional Hollywood actor, portrays G.K. Chesterton in a new show on EWTN. This fascinating tale of how he imitates Chesterton …

Chesterton Relics – Sean Pilcher

June 22nd, 2021

26:35

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 …

Star Wars and Vatican II – Julian Ahlquist

June 15th, 2021

36:27

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 …

Chesterton's Birthday and Feast Day – Dale Ahlquist

June 8th, 2021

18:24

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 …

ChesterCon21 – Nancy Brown | Uncommon Sense #46

June 1st, 2021

21:20

Have you signed up for our 40th Annual Chesterton conference this summer? Find out about our fascinating speakers, joyful fun, face-to-face …

Chesterton's Jewish Convert – Robert Asch

May 25th, 2021

48:00

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. …

The Medical History of G.K. Chesterton – William Griffiths

May 18th, 2021

46:24

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 …

The Escape from Paganism – Stuart McCullough

May 11th, 2021

26:47

What causes someone to go from being a radical right-wing nationalist to a faithful Catholic and charitable fundraiser? The answer is G.K. …

The Best Conference Ever – Dale Ahlquist

May 4th, 2021

8:31

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 …

C.S. Lewis and G.K. Chesterton – Alan C. Duncan

April 27th, 2021

33:18

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 …

Why Does God Allows Evil? – Eric DeMeuse

April 20th, 2021

43:56

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 …

Creating a Culture of Gift – John Smith

April 13th, 2021

36:43

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, …

Chesterton on Easter – Dale Ahlquist

April 6th, 2021

19:33

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.

How Music Reflects Culture – Dr. Joshua Russell

March 30th, 2021

37:19

Why is music so important that we require it at Chesterton? And how does it relate to anything else? Dr. Joshua Russell may have an answer for you. Joshua is the headmaster of Chesterton Academy of the Sacred Heart …

Chesterton Academy in Iraq – Laura Hassan and Andrew Youngblood

March 23rd, 2021

33:49

Chesterton in Iraq? The last place anyone imagined there could be a Chesterton Academy, let alone, to find out there is devotion to G.K. Chesterton …

The Frances Chesterton Rosary League – Victoria Darkey

March 16th, 2021

29:16

Join the Apostolate in prayer by starting a group within the Frances Chesterton Rosary League (FCRL). Victoria Darkey, our coordinator of the FCRL, …

Property and Liberty – Alex Salter

March 9th, 2021

39:23

A professor of economics at Rawls College of Business—Texas Tech University, Alex Salter leads us on a fast-paced defense of Distributism and the …

The Theology of Mary Poppins – Julian Ahlquist

March 2nd, 2021

44:18

Could the 1964 Walt Disney film Mary Poppins be about the Holy Mother of God? Julian Ahlquist explains his intricate theory about this cinematic …

The Catechism of Hockey – Alyssa Bormes

February 23rd, 2021

47:49

Alyssa Bormes, author or The Catechism of Hockey, teaches theology at Chesterton Academy, and she gets a front row seat to watching miracles happen.

Journey with St. Joseph – Dale Ahlquist

February 16th, 2021

19:38

This Lent, we go on a very different journey – with St. Joseph. But how can we journey with St. Joseph, when he wasn't even alive when Jesus suffered and died? Chesterton connects Joseph with Jesus in his usual …

Practical Localism – David Cooney

February 9th, 2021

33:21

David Cooney, writer of the blog Practical Distributism, joins us to explain the principles of Distributism and what he thinks of the new name, Localism. We also discuss the GameStop phenomenon and what the stock …

The Woman Who Was Chesterton – Nancy Brown

February 2nd, 2021

30:57

If you’re a longtime fan of the podcast, you’ll recognize the voice of our next guest, Nancy Brown, who hosted our Uncommon Sense podcast for over ten years. Nancy talks about her book, The Woman Who Was Chesterton, …

Race with the Devil – Joseph Pearce

January 26th, 2021

32:51

Joseph Pearce is a Catholic apologist who has written bestselling books on G.K. Chesterton, J.R.R. Tolkien, and Shakespeare. In this episode, Joseph …

Chesterton Academy Online – Andrew Youngblood

January 19th, 2021

31:43

Did you know the Chesterton Schools Networks has an online high school called Chesterton Cor Jesu? Andrew Youngblood, the headmaster of Chesterton …

Chesterton in the USA – Dale Ahlquist

January 12th, 2021

26:12

It is the 100th year anniversary of G.K. Chesterton visiting the United States. In this episode of the Uncommon Sense podcast, Dale Ahlquist gives all the details of Chesterton’s trip, including which states he …

Father Brown Investigations – Joe Grabowski and Nikola Bolšec

January 5th, 2021

31:36

Father Brown Investigations: The Death of Sir Percy Coldwell, is a tabletop card game based on the beloved priest-detective created by G. K. …

Teach for Christ – Richard Vigilante

December 29th, 2020

36:06

Host Adrian Ahlquist talks with Richard Vigilante, Board Chairman of Teach for Christ. Richard and Adrian discuss developing a Mission Culture. Teach …

A Chestertonian Christmas – Dale Ahlquist

December 22nd, 2020

7:02

Dale Ahlquist reads a lovely Christmas poem by G.K. Chesterton called "The Wise Men"

A New Name for Distributism – Dale Ahlquist

December 15th, 2020

21:32

The moment all Catholic economists have been waiting for. We finally have a new name to replace Distributism. Learn what this social economic theory …

Chesterton Quotes for Advent – Dale Ahlquist

December 9th, 2020

22:32

Dale and Adrian Ahlquist read their favorite Chesterton quotes about Advent and Christmas and discuss the practical wisdom he had to share.

How to Fix Government – Jason Adkins

December 2nd, 2020

25:02

Jason Adkins, the executive director for the Minnesota Catholic Conference, gives his inside take on how our government operates, what’s wrong with …

A Thanksgiving Special – Dale Ahlquist

November 25th, 2020

14:13

We are wish you a very blessed Thanksgiving! Tune into this week’s episode with our very own Dale Ahlquist as he explains the significance of …

70 Years in Politics – Clark Durant

November 18th, 2020

39:32

Clark Durant is a board member of the Society of GK Chesterton with a background in politics. Clark uses his political experience to weigh in on the …

The Election – Dale Ahlquist

November 11th, 2020

20:33

Adrian and Dale Ahlquist discuss the 2020 election, and more importantly, what's next for our world.

Saint Chesterton – Dale Ahlquist

November 4th, 2020

30:36

Dale Ahlquist explains why Chesterton is a saint, responds to the objections, and gives an update on the status of his cause for sainthood.

Exposing The Da Vinci Code – Carl Olson

October 28th, 2020

48:00

Carl Olson, editor of the Catholic World Report, explains The Da Vinci Hoax, his book that exposes the Da Vinci Code as an erroneous and deceitful …

Morality in Medicine - Tod Worner

October 21st, 2020

33:47

Tod Worner gives fascinating insights into the world of medicine and where morality fits in. Tod is the managing editor of Bishop Barron’s …

Our Social Catholic - Noel Culbertson

October 14th, 2020

35:36

Noel Culbertson is the graphic designer and social media director for our Society. She is the one in charge of every single Chesterton quote that …

The Battle of Lepanto – Christopher Check

October 7th, 2020

42:56

In honor of the Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary and the anniversary of the Battle of Lepanto, Christopher Check, the president of Catholic Answers, …

Catholicism and Theater Part II - Kevin O'Brien

September 30th, 2020

38:47

This week we discuss the connection between theater and the Catholic faith with Kevin O'Brien. Kevin is a brilliant actor, writer, and Chestertonian. …

Let's Talk Distributism - Joseph Grabowski

September 23rd, 2020

40:07

In this episode we get into what is needed to implement Ditributism and combat Globalism. Joseph Grabowski is the head of of the Southeast Pennsylvania Chesterton Society and also a prominent voice on the topic of …

A Day in the Life of a Norbertine - Brother Titus

September 16th, 2020

23:40

Brother Titus, a Chesterton alumni and good friend of Adrian Ahlquist, is visiting us from St. Michael's Abbey in Orange County, California. In this episode, he describes what it is like to be a Norbertine.

What Is Wrong with Our Politics - Scott Hambrick and Karl Schudt

September 9th, 2020

1:00:07

Scott Hambrick and Karl Schudt are the hosts of The Online Great Books Podcast. Listen to our conversation about the problems with our political and …

Why a Navy Commander Became Interested in Classical Education - Amy Hunt

September 2nd, 2020

23:16

Amy Hunt is the Director of Formation for our Chesterton Schools Network. Amy served in the US Navy for over 24 years. She has directed military …

From Scientism to Catholicism - Stuart Kolner

August 26th, 2020

36:05

Stuart Kolner explains how he went from being a scientistic atheist, who swore he would never become Catholic, to being a devout Catholic. Just like …

Catholicism and Theater - Jeromy Darling

August 18th, 2020

29:48

Actor/singer/songwriter Jeromy Darling shares how the deeply Catholic art of theater has impacted his life and faith.

The Actor and the Convert - Jeromy Darling

August 11th, 2020

28:41

Jeromy Darling is an amazing actor/singer/songwriter. Listen to his moving story about his life and his conversion to Catholicism.

The Professional Magician - Brent Forrest

July 21st, 2020

44:08

Brent Forrest is a former professional magician, and has performed thousands at thousands of shows. One time he even drove a car blindfolded. In this …

How Millennials and Gen Z Can Relate to Chesterton - Brandon Vogt

July 14th, 2020

21:33

Brandon Vogt is back to discuss how young people in our culture can connect with G.K. Chesterton.

How to Defend Our Faith in Today's World - Brandon Vogt

July 8th, 2020

28:37

Our special guest, Brandon Vogt, lends his expertise on how to talk about the Catholic Faith in our modern culture. Next week, Brandon will be back …

Grilling Dr. Ahlquist

June 30th, 2020

25:24

Adrian grills Dale Ahlquist with tough questions about Chesterton.

Send in your questions to podcast@chesterton.org

Don't miss next week's interview with Brandon Vogt!

Chesterton on Fatherhood

June 23rd, 2020

20:58

Dale and Adrian discuss what Chesterton had to say about fathers, fatherhood and the role of the father in society.

Hoping When Things are Hopeless

June 16th, 2020

22:23

Dale discusses the value of hope during our desperate times.

Passing the Torch

June 9th, 2020

12:15

Matt Martinusen interviews our new Director of Evangelization, Adrian Ahlquist.

Essential Chesterton for Our Times - A Special Episode of Uncommon Sense

June 5th, 2020

28:37

A conversation with Dale Ahlquist and his son, Adrian, about Chesterton's wisdom for our times.

Read Dale's article, The Solution, which was …

Nancy Brown on the Marriage of GK Chesterton

June 2nd, 2020

46:45

This is a rebroadcast of a talk from Nancy Brown from the 2014 Chesterton Conference.

Join us at our 2020 Chesterton Conference!

Become a member of …

What Would the Chestertons Do in Quarantine?

May 26th, 2020

12:35

Nancy Brown joins to talk about what the Chestertons might be doing in a quarantine pandemic and things that we can be doing with our time!

Support the podcast and the Society!

Books Nancy mentions: 

The Woman Who Was …

The Great Poetry of Chesterton

May 19th, 2020

26:37

Dale recites poetry by Chesterton and it the poetry is amazing.

Get (out of print!) books of collected Chesterton poetry at the Chesterton store …

More Chesterton Quotes!

May 5th, 2020

20:54

Dale and Matt go back and forth with more Great, Knowledgable Chesterton quotes.

Read more Chesterton! Here are some essential quotes to start with.

A Chesterton Eastertide

April 28th, 2020

13:59

Dale Ahlquist talks about what GK Chesterton wrote about Easter and the Resurrection  of Christ. 

Join the Chesterton Society!

Watch the Chesterton Minute video series.

Would Chesterton Have Liked The Internet?

April 21st, 2020

55:31

Brandon Vogt gives a talk from the 2018 Chesterton Conference on 5 things Chesterton would have loved about the internet, and 5 things he would have …

Prophesies of G.K. Chesterton

April 14th, 2020

20:03

The Society of Gilbert Keith Chesterton presents: Uncommon Sense

In this episode, Dale Ahlquist and Matt Martinusen discuss the many, many, many prophecies the Chesterton wrote about and that came true!

Read more …

Chestertonian Thoughts on Evil

April 7th, 2020

11:59

Read more Chesterton!

Learn more about the man: https://www.chesterton.org/

Become a member of the Society: https://www.chesterton.org/membership/

ChesterLENT

March 31st, 2020

21:07

Sign up for the Lent & Easter emails here: https://www.chesterton.org/

Get the Gilbert! magazines by becoming a member and supporting our …

Famous Chesterton Quotes

March 10th, 2020

25:24

The Society of Gilbert Keith Chesterton presents: Uncommon Sense

In this episode, Dale Ahlquist and Matt Martinusen talk about some of Chesterton's most famous quotes and some of their own favorite quotes. 

We also …

Why Should We Read Chesterton?

March 3rd, 2020

15:34

The Society of Gilbert Keith Chesterton presents: Uncommon Sense

In this episode, Dale Ahlquist and Matt Martinusen discuss why anyone should read …

New Season! An Introduction with Dale Ahlquist

February 25th, 2020

5:48

The Society of Gilbert Keith Chesterton presents: Uncommon Sense

In this episode, Dale Ahlquist and Matt Martinusen give a brief, and a bit odd introduction to the new format of the podcast. 

Read more Chesterton! And …

The Scandal of the Uneducated College Graduate

February 13th, 2020

39:47

Rebroadcast of a conversation with Dale Ahlquist.

A great conversation which is fun to listen to.

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Dale Ahlquist Introduces Heretics, G.K. Chesterton's Book

February 11th, 2020

24:06

Dale Ahlquist introduces the listener to Chesterton's early work, published in 1905, which established Chesterton as a controversialist. Written before his great work Orthodoxy (which will be published in 1908) and …

Dale Ahlquist Introduces G.K. Chesterton

February 11th, 2020

25:09

Dale Ahlquist, Chesterton scholar and world expert, gives us a brief introductory talk on the British Author G.K. Chesterton. This talk is for …

Novena Day Nine

January 18th, 2020

5:41

Spend five minutes a day in prayer, contemplating the goodness of Gilbert Chesterton and his devoted wife Frances. This couple is a model of love, …

Novena Day Eight

January 17th, 2020

5:10

Spend five minutes a day in prayer, contemplating the goodness of Gilbert Chesterton and his devoted wife Frances. This couple is a model of love, …

Novena Day Seven

January 16th, 2020

4:40

Spend five minutes a day in prayer, contemplating the goodness of Gilbert Chesterton and his devoted wife Frances. This couple is a model of love, …

Novena Day Six

January 15th, 2020

4:46

Spend five minutes a day in prayer, contemplating the goodness of Gilbert Chesterton and his devoted wife Frances. This couple is a model of love, …

Novena Day Five

January 14th, 2020

6:06

Spend five minutes a day in prayer, contemplating the goodness of Gilbert Chesterton and his devoted wife Frances. This couple is a model of love, …

Novena Day Four

January 13th, 2020

5:35

Spend five minutes a day in prayer, contemplating the goodness of Gilbert Chesterton and his devoted wife Frances. This couple is a model of love, …

Novena Day Three

January 12th, 2020

4:41

Spend five minutes a day in prayer, contemplating the goodness of Gilbert Chesterton and his devoted wife Frances. This couple is a model of love, …

Novena Day Two

January 11th, 2020

4:35

Spend five minutes a day in prayer, contemplating the goodness of Gilbert Chesterton and his devoted wife Frances. This couple is a model of love, …

Novena Day One

January 10th, 2020

5:24

Spend five minutes a day in prayer, contemplating the goodness of Gilbert Chesterton and his devoted wife Frances. This couple is a model of love, …

The Frances Chesterton Rosary League: The Glorious Mysteries

January 9th, 2020

30:49

The Frances Chesterton Rosary League invites you to pray along with Nancy Brown, Dale Ahlquist, Vicki Darkey and the many others around the world, and join your intentions with ours as we pray together.

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The Frances Chesterton Rosary League: The Sorrowful Mysteries

January 9th, 2020

31:07

The Frances Chesterton Rosary League invites you to pray along with Nancy Brown, Dale Ahlquist and the many others around the world, and join your intentions with ours as we pray together.

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The Man, The Myth, The Legend: G.K. Chesterton with Carl Olson

January 7th, 2020

29:00

A rebroadcast with Carl Olson

Ignition: A Podcast of the New Evangelization

The Man, The Myth, The Legend: G.K. Chesterton

Dr. Chris Burgwald of the …

The Frances Chesterton Rosary League: The Luminous Mysteries

January 7th, 2020

32:57

The Frances Chesterton Rosary League invites you to pray along with Nancy Brown, Dale Ahlquist and the many others around the world, and join your intentions with ours as we pray together.

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The Frances Chesterton Rosary League: The Joyful Mysteries

December 29th, 2019

32:57

The Frances Chesterton Rosary League invites you to pray along with Nancy Brown, Dale Ahlquist and the many others around the world, and join your intentions with ours as we pray together.

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#125 Chesterton Age 60 to 62 1934 to 1936

December 16th, 2019

23:55

Chesterton remained active right up to his death, giving speeches, talks on the BBC radio, opening libraries, garden parties and nursing homes. He was present at a fund raiser at the end of May, and died two weeks later …

A Celebration of GK Chesterton

December 7th, 2019

58:47

A Celebration of G.K. Chesterton compiled by Michael Ffinch, found on englishwordplay.com/chesterton please check it out as they also have the full …

Dale Ahlquist on Distributism and more

December 7th, 2019

31:13

Ethics and Culture Cast from 10/17/19, Ken Hallenius interviews Dale Ahlquist on Chesterton's connection to the University of Notre Dame, the …

Holiness of GKC with Joseph Pearce

November 2nd, 2019

30:05

This is a rebroadcast of Faith and Culture with Joseph Pearce from October 29, 2019.

#124 Chesterton Age 50 to 60 1924 to 1934

October 9th, 2019

32:58

Podcast #124 Gilbert ages 50-60 The Years 1924-1934

 Chesterton Decade by Decade Series

In this decade, Chesterton started GK’s Weekly, the Everlasting Man is published. The Distributist League is born, Frances …

#123 Chesterton Age 40-50 1914-1924

September 26th, 2019

24:21

In 1914 Chesterton is stricken by a mysterious illness that puts him in a weakened state and mostly in a coma for almost five months. When he reawakens, the world is still at war, and he begins writing about the war and …

#122 Chesterton Age 30-40 1904-1914

September 24th, 2019

24:24

Chesterton ages 30-40; 1904-1914--At 30 years of age, Chesterton’s popularity is growing by leaps and bounds. Suddenly, he’s in demand as a writer …

US#121 Distributism with Joe Grabowski Episode 3

September 23rd, 2019

51:45

This episode responds to certain arguments put forth by Catholic podcasters Dr. Taylor Marshall and Timothy Gordon (“TnT”) along with their guest, …

#120 Chesterton Age 20-30 1894-1904

September 19th, 2019

28:13

Summary of today’s episode: Chesterton from age 20 to 30, Chesterton had a dark night of the soul, ending in a glorious vision of God where he talked …

#119 Chesterton ages 10 to 20 1884-1894

September 17th, 2019

18:48

We follow Chesterton from grade school through high school, and the founding of the Junior Debating Club, which was to serve such an important role …

#118 Chesterton Ages 0-10 1874-1884

September 16th, 2019

18:25

This series begins by taking Chesterton's life decade by decade to discover the highlights of his life.

This episode contains highlights from the first ten years of Chesterton's life.

 

chesterton.org

Biographies used:

#117 Edward and Marie Louise Chesterton

September 15th, 2019

28:26

Edward and Marie Louise Chesterton are important to understand as the parents of G.K. Chesterton. Their lives and the warm and loving household in …

#116 Conference 2019

August 21st, 2019

23:55

Conference highlights:

Cardinal Thomas Collins, Rod Dreher, Harry Potter Panel, Brandon Vogt's talk on Chesterton as Husband and Father. Legendary …

Dale Ahlquist on Pints with Jack

August 21st, 2019

46:37

From the Pints with Jack blog post:

 

It has been my desire for a while to introduce the listeners to other members of the Inklings, as well as authors who greatly influenced Lewis. Today we look at G.K. Chesterton and …

Dale Ahlquist on Coffee and Donuts from 3/2019

April 19th, 2019

22:10

Dale talks about his new book, Knight of the Holy Ghost, plus the sainthood cause, plus much, much more!

Dale Ahlquist was a guest on the Coffee and …

Chesterton Academy Dixon, CA

April 19th, 2019

22:00

The Chesterton Academy of Dixon, CA. Interviewed by the Bishop, find out more about the new high school in Dixon, CA and how to send your child to …

Chesterton as Apologist with Dale Ahlquist

March 14th, 2019

47:41

Hands on Apologetics with Gary Machuda, guest Dale Ahlquist on March 12, 2019 talking about G.K. Chesterton as apologist.

 

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Dale Ahlquist on Forte Catholic Podcast

March 1st, 2019

56:51

In the wake of the 91st Academy Awards, Taylor wanted to give out his own awards. Shaun McAfee co-hosts and the guys talk movies & the Forte Five segment is back as Taylor counts down his favorite movies of the …

Nancy Brown on Father Brown for children

February 21st, 2019

47:43

Nancy talks about how she came to adapt the Father Brown stories so younger people could enjoy them, and get a good impression of G.K. Chesterton so …

A Family Doctor talks about Gender

February 14th, 2019

59:02

Gender Fluidity and Other Heresies is the title of David van Gend's talk given at the Australian Chesterton Society conference on October 20, 2018 at …

Children and the Family in Australia Today

February 7th, 2019

31:16

Sophie York gives a talk on the family in Australia today, and Chesterton's thoughts on the subject.

Sophie is a wife and mother of four sons, a lawyer and teacher. She is the national spokeswoman for Marriage Alliance …

The Innocence of Father Chesterton with Karl Schmude

January 31st, 2019

49:33

Karl Schmude, President of the Australian Chesterton Society, speaks on Chesterton at the Conference in Sydney October 2018

 

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Frances Chesterton--Australian Introduction

January 24th, 2019

55:16

Nancy Brown gives the Australian Chesterton Society an introductory talk on Frances Chesterton, wife of G.K. Chesterton.

 

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#115 Gilbert Magazine

January 17th, 2019

14:28

Nancy talks about the November/December 2018 issue of Gilbert! Magazine.

 

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#114 History of the Chesterton Society

January 10th, 2019

23:34

Nancy reviews the history of the American Chesterton Society from 1996 till now, covering the beginnings of the organization, Gilbert magazine, creating a national conference, the Apostle of Common Sense series on EWTN …

#113 Society of Gilbert Keith Chesterton 1/3/2019

January 3rd, 2019

23:55

Nancy talks about her attendance at the Board meeting of the Society of Gilbert Keith Chesterton. The Mission and Vision of the Society, and update on the podcast and the CDL, and a new initiative called the Frances …

#112 New Website

November 25th, 2018

19:25

Nancy talks about the new website for the Apostolate of Common Sense, with a new logo and name, The Society of Gilbert Keith Chesterton, still at …

#111 Sydney, Australia

November 18th, 2018

24:08

Nancy Brown was invited to speak at the Australian Chesterton Society at their annual conference in October, 2018. Nancy talks about her trip to Australia and the conference and talks she gave.

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#110 The New Apostolate

November 11th, 2018

21:40

Learn more about the new Apostolate of Common Sense, the Society of Gilbert Keith Chesterton.

#109 Post Conference August 17, 2018

August 17th, 2018

31:26

Nancy talks about the conference, the new Apostolate, the contests, gives a CDL update and more!

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Brandon Vogt

July 20th, 2018

57:13

Brandon Vogt interview, where he talks about Word on Fire, his conversion, and G.K. Chesterton

Canon Udris GKC Cause update 06/14/18

June 23rd, 2018

46:42

Canon John Udris updates us on the state of the Cause for Canonization for Gilbert Keith Chesterton.

 

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Uncommon Sense #108 Dale Ahlquist on Orlando

June 22nd, 2018

15:25

Nancy Brown talks to Dale Ahlquist, Emily de Rotstein, and Rose Korman about the upcoming conference, and what's new, what's old, and why everyone …

President Dale Ahlquist on Drew Mariani Show 6/8/18

June 20th, 2018

25:10

Dale Ahlquist, President of the American Chesterton Society, is interviewed on the Drew Mariani show from 6/8/18 Interviewed by Callie for Drew.

He …

US#107 Conference Speakers

June 14th, 2018

38:34

Nancy Brown offers an update on Chesterton conferences around the world, plus more information about the 2018 Conference being held in Orlando, FL on August 2-4, 2018

Speakers from the conference join Nancy and …

US#106 Conference

March 30th, 2018

30:37

Nancy talks about her trip to Louisiana for the Ponchatoula Chesterton Conference.

Nancy interviews Bill Morgan about the upcoming Orlando …

US#105 Distributism with Joe Grabowski Episode 2B

March 8th, 2018

1:08:39

What is Distributism Part Two - B with Joe Grabowski.
In this episode, Joe will help us understand Chesterton and Bellocs critiques of both capitalism and socialism, and introduce us to another figure, Father Vincent …

Dale Ahlquist on Relevant Radio 1/31/18

February 6th, 2018

56:39

Relevant Radio show the Drew Mariani show, with Ed Morrisey substituting for Drew and interviewing Dale Ahlquist, President of the American Chesterton Society for one hour.

 

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#104 Distributism Part 2A - Catholic Social Teaching

January 15th, 2018

59:06

What is Distributism Part Two - A with Joe Grabowski.
In this episode, Joe will help us understand who were the chief writers and thinkers of …

January 5, 2018 ACS News Bulletin #103

January 5th, 2018

22:31

Nancy Brown talks about the upcoming conference in New Orleans, in Orlando and in Sydney. 

ACS books has a new book called The Scrappy Apologist that …

Uncommon Sense #102 On Distributism with Joe Grabowski Episode 1

December 1st, 2017

40:11

In this episode of Uncommon Sense, a new series is started all about Distributism. Our guest host is Joe Grabowski, head of the Philadelphia Chesterton Society and someone who has studied a great deal about Distributism.

Uncommon Sense #101 11/30/17

December 1st, 2017

23:13

Nancy talks about the ACS conference 2018 in Orlando, CDL, Chesterton Academies, and a new series starting on Distributism.

Dale Ahlquist on Conference 2017

June 21st, 2017

26:38

Dale Ahlquist is asked about the conference coming July 27-29th, 2017 by Bishop Sheridan of Colorado Springs. They talk about Chesterton, his …

Dale Ahlquist on Distributism 4/26/17

May 2nd, 2017

55:19

Dale Ahlquist was interviewed about Distributism on Relevant Radio on the Drew Mariani Show (although Drew was out of town, and Dale was interviewed by Ed Morrissey).

Enjoy!

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Dale Ahlquist and Alyssa Bormes on Chesterton Poetry

February 3rd, 2017

53:57

Alyssa Bormes of Radio Maria and her show on Christian Witnesses interviews Dale Ahlquist on the Christmas poetry of Gilbert K. Chesterton, including the poetry of Frances Chesterton, G.K. Chesterton's wife. This …

Radio Maria Alyssa Bormes Interviews Nancy Brown

January 13th, 2017

54:46

Radio Maria with Christian Witnesses in the Church with Alyssa Bormes. Alyssa interviews Nancy Brown about her book The Woman Who Was Chesterton.

Laura Ahlquist on Drama at Chesterton Academy

December 28th, 2016

53:25

Alyssa Bormes interviews Laura Ahlquist, wife of The American Chesterton Society President Dale Ahlquist. Laura Ahlquist teaches drama at Chesterton …

Dale Ahlquist on Chesterton and Christmas 2016

December 19th, 2016

8:35

www.chesterton.org

 

This episode is a re-recording from Spirit Radio the Bruce and Jen show.

Our Big Fat Chestertonian Inner Circle #99

October 14th, 2016

32:46

Nancy talks about the Inner Circle of the Entire Chesterton operation, the 2016 conference, and skeletons and bull dogs.

http://www.chesterton.org

Dale Ahlquist Way of Wonder

May 6th, 2016

50:02

A Seeking Heart Program on Bread Box Media, with interviewer Allison Gingras @reconciledtoyou. http://breadboxmedia.podbean.com/e/a-seeking-heart-featuring-dale-ahlquist-5616-w-reconciledtoyou/ The book is Way of …

A Gentleman's Debate

March 16th, 2016

1:26:27

https://youtu.be/3EgAXvkb4RE

 

This debate was sponsored by the Acton Institute, please see http://www.acton.org

The debate took place live on Feb. 18, 2016

 

On February 18th, the Acton Institute was pleased to welcome …

#97 Lent 2016

March 12th, 2016

31:54

Nancy talks about the 2016 Conference, and her new book.

#96 Behind-the-Scenes

February 3rd, 2016

24:30

Feb 3, 2016 Nancy talks about some of the latest Chestertonian news, some behind-the-scenes extras, and God playing hide-and-seek with us.

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#95 I Am Not Dead

December 10th, 2015

36:40

Nancy talks about the conference of 2016 in Slippery Rock, Pennsylvania, the March 5th conference in Ponchatoula, LA. She talks about the Chesterton …

The Mystery of Harry Potter: A Catholic Family Guide

October 16th, 2015

1:08:25

This is an interview with Nancy Brown. Fountains of Carrots is the podcast of Haley Stewart and Christy Isinger.

In this episode we had the pleasure …

Alyssa Bormes Interviews Nancy Brown about Frances Chesterton

October 10th, 2015

55:21

Radio Maria presents Catholic Kaleidoscope with your host Alyssa Bormes, who on October 4, interviewed Nancy Brown about her new book about Frances …

#93 Beware of Monsters

October 6th, 2015

33:58

chesterton.org

nancy-brown.com

 

Christopher Oulette is hosting a podcast called Beware Of Monsters. He interviewed Doug Tenaple and they talked …

The Father Brown Reader Book Four

September 16th, 2015

35:06

Nancy Carpentier Brown reads from her adaptation of G.K. Chesterton's book, called The Absence of Mr. Glass.

The Father Brown Reader Book Three

September 15th, 2015

34:40

Nancy Carpentier Brown reads from her adaptation of G.K. Chesterton's book, called The Flying Stars.

The Father Brown Reader Book Two

September 11th, 2015

44:21

Nancy Carpentier Brown reads from her adaptation of G.K. Chesterton's book, originally called "The Queer Feet"—here called The Strange Feet.

The Father Brown Reader Book One

September 11th, 2015

50:29

Nancy Carpentier Brown reads from her adaptation of G.K. Chesterton's book The Blue Cross.

#92 Post-Conference/Interview Michael Lichens

August 13th, 2015

23:41

Nancy talks post-conference. She interviews editor and writer Michael Lichens.

 

Michael's writing can be found at Catholic World Report here:

#91 Saturday August 8, 2015

August 8th, 2015

11:21

Nancy updates about the Conference.

 

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#90 Friday August 7th, 2015

August 7th, 2015

14:24

Nancy talks about the first day of the conference, and updates us on Chesterton's cause.

#88 Wednesday August 5, 2015

August 5th, 2015

3:13

Live from the Chesterton Conference in San Antonio, TX.

 

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#87 Pre Conference 2015

July 31st, 2015

31:41

Nancy talks about the podcast, Christopher Oullette contributes a segment about amazing coincidences, and what happens when our friends like the same …

Catholic Exchange Interview of Dale Ahlquist

June 2nd, 2015

49:12

Join Michael J. Lichens as he sits down with Dale Ahlquist, President of the American Chesterton Society as well as the host of EWTN’s The Apostle of Common Sense. Michael and Dale discuss Chesterton, the upcoming 

Radio Maria interviews Dale Ahlquist

June 2nd, 2015

59:44

What a joy to have had Dale Ahlquist join us again! Dale is the president of the American Chesterton Society, Host of EWTN’s Apostle of Common Sense, …

#85 Avengers, Gilbert, and Father Brown Sighting

May 30th, 2015

43:45

Nancy Brown talks about the Avengers again, this time with audio feedback from Christopher Oulette. Nancy mentions a movie called "Arts and Crafts" …

#84 Avengers

May 7th, 2015

27:34

Nancy talks about The Surprise, Chesterton's occassionally frustrating ability to take you on a train ride and not tell you where you're going, and the newest Avengers movie, Age of Ultron.

Visit chesterton.org today …

#83 Spring 2015

April 29th, 2015

41:23

Christopher Oulette discusses Joy Electric's song Ushering in the Magical Era, hear the song:

Joy Electric http://goo.gl/xim7mp

 

Email Christopher …

#82 Lent, Holy Week, Easter

March 24th, 2015

26:29

Nancy Brown talks about lent, Holy Week, Easter and more.

 

Guest Christopher Oulette talks about GKC's play called Magic, and compares it to Kronos, …

Nancy Brown on Gilbert and Frances Chesterton's Marriage

March 20th, 2015

28:05

This interview originally braodcast from Living Bread Radio. Please check out all their audio archives here: 

http://www.livingbreadradio.com

 

Nancy Brown's interview is found here:

 

All Things Conference with Richard Aleman

March 13th, 2015

8:55

Nancy Brown talks with Richard Aleman, Executive Director of the American Chesterton Society about the Conference in August, August 6-8, 2015 at the Menger Hotel in San Antonio, TX

The Conversion of Frances Chesterton

March 12th, 2015

32:14

Talk given by Nancy Brown at St. Agnes parish in St. Paul on March 6, 2015

#80 March 2015

March 12th, 2015

23:18

Nancy Brown gets you caught up on the American Chesterton Society news, conference info, and request for a donation.

 

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US#79 New Year 2015

January 9th, 2015

33:30

Harp Music courtesy of Anna Hagen. With grateful thanks. Please visit http://www.annahagenharpist.com/wp/

 

To check out the cool hotel where the …

#78 Thanksgiving 2014

November 23rd, 2014

40:01

Anna Hagen, harpist who shared her talents with us at the 2014 Chesterton Conference, plays music for us on this episode of Uncommon Sense. You can find her music here: please share and enjoy!

US#77

October 23rd, 2014

17:35

Nancy rambles about the American Chesterton Society, and newcomer Christopher Oullette auditions for a spot on the show.

US#76

September 8th, 2014

12:25

Is the American Chesterton Society turning away new people because they keep talking about Chesterton's Catholic faith? His conversion? His religion?

Post-Conference Summary 8/14

August 24th, 2014

33:40

Nancy Brown talks about the conference, the fun, the speakers, and invites you to come to San Antonio next year for the BEST CONFERENCE IN THE WORLD!

Dale Ahlquist and Theresa Tomeo talk about the Call to Holiness Conference

August 19th, 2014

19:36

Dale Ahlquist speaks with Theresa Tomeo about the upcoming Call to Holiness conference on September 12 & 13th 2014 in Sterling Heights, MI

Dale Ahlquist on The Democracy of the Dead

August 5th, 2014

46:11

St. Joseph Communications recorded this talk, and grants permission to re-broadcast.

Thanks to St. Joseph Communications for their generosity to the American Chesterton Society.

www.saintjoe.com

The Marriage of Gilbert and Frances

August 4th, 2014

45:51

St. Joseph Communications recorded this talk, and grants permission to re-broadcast.

 

Thanks to St. Joseph Communications for their generosity to the American Chesterton Society.

 

www.saintjoe.com

July 25, 2014

July 29th, 2014

16:53

Nancy Brown talks about the upcoming conference and the latest Gilbert Magazine.

Dale Ahlquist on Ave Maria Radio 7/26/14

July 29th, 2014

28:52

Peggy Stanton interviewed Dale Ahlquist on Ave Maria Radio on 7/26/14.

 

http://dev.avemariaradio.net/hosts/peggy-stanton/

 

Permission to rebraodcast given.

Chicago Conference Invitation 2014

June 9th, 2014

7:47

Nancy Brown interviews President Dale Ahlquist and they talk about why you should register and come to the Conference. This year, the conference is …

Canon John Udris at Chesterton Beaconsfield Conference 2014

June 4th, 2014

45:38

Canon John Udris is the investigator chosen by Bishop Peter Doyle of Northampton, UK, to determine whether or not there is reason to believe that a …

Teresa Caldecott at the Chesterton Conference Beaconsfield 2014

June 4th, 2014

17:51

Teresa Caldecott gives us her father Stratford Caldecott's talk on Chesterton and Sanctity.

Dr. Dermot Quinn at the 2014 Chesterton Beaconsfield Conference

June 2nd, 2014

55:35

Dr. Dermot Quinn talks about Wholeness and Holiness of G.K. Chesterton

Fr. Jerome Bertram at the Beaconsfield Chesterton Conference 2014

May 27th, 2014

4:27

Fr. Jerome is the director of the G.K. Chesterton Study Centre and Library in Oxford. The study centre is open by appointment at this time, but Fr. Jerome welcomes all who want to learn more about Chesterton.

Emma Wilson at the Beaconsfield Chesterton Conference 2014

May 27th, 2014

3:58

Emma Wilson is looking for any and all letters of Chesterton to compile for the first time and be published. She asks for our help.

Marco Sermarini at the 2014 Beaconsfield Chesterton Conference

May 25th, 2014

34:44

Dr. Marco Sermarini talks about how he first encountered Chesterton, and how his aim is to spread Chesterton to as many Italians as possible. He is the President of the Italian Chesterton Society, and started a …

Martine Thompson at the Chesterton Conference in Beaconsfield 2014

May 24th, 2014

32:30

Martine Thompson spoke at the Chesterton Conference in Beaconsfield on March 29, 2014.

Fr. Spencer Howe at the Beaconsfield Chesterton Conference 2014

May 24th, 2014

26:43

Fr. Spencer Howe speaking at the Chesterton Conference on his conversion, and the influence of Chesterton in his life.

Dale Ahlquist at the Beaconsfield Conference March 29, 2014

May 23rd, 2014

53:35

Dale Ahlquist talks about conversion and sainthood at the Chesterton conference in Beaconsfield March 29, 2014

CSLewis vs. Chesterton Debate

April 7th, 2014

1:13:28

This recording is from Tuesday, 1 April 2014, the Aquinas Centre for Educational Research at St Mary’s University, Twickenham, London, hosted an …

US#73

April 5th, 2014

19:37

Vine

Lake County Chesterton Society

Dale Ahlquist in England, Ireland, and Scotland

Conference--t-shirts and registration

New Gilbert magazine

 

US#72 Lent 2014

March 27th, 2014

25:10

Our new website launch

Write book reviews for the new web site as a means of evangelization

Even if you've registered on the old website, you have to …

US # 71 The Inside Scoop on Everything Podcast

February 6th, 2014

33:53

US # 71 The Inside Scoop on Everything Podcast

The Conference
Yale
Wade Center
Frances
Gilbert and Frances
The Sainthood Cause
Naming the Amber Collection

Who are Hudge and Gudge with Joe Grabowski

January 11th, 2014

36:55

International Institute for Culture invited Joseph Grabowski to speak about Distributism, Hudge and Gudge, and "What's Wrong with the World?"


The Trouble with Catholic Social Teaching featuring Dale Ahlquist

January 7th, 2014

1:09:32

Dale Ahlquist speaks at the Debate Club in Tidewater, Virginia

Debate Club met on 17 December 2013 to discuss Catholic Social Teaching.  Our guest …

US#70 ACS Plans for 2014

January 5th, 2014

21:02

What is going on in 2014 for the American Chesterton Society? Find out here!

Starting a Local Chesterton Society with Ellen Finan

December 11th, 2013

28:49

Ellen Finan speaking on the radio about Local Chesterton Societies, how you can start one, and what fun they are.

Originally aired May 25th, 2013 on Living Bread Radio, rebroadcast with permission from Dan Clark, Living …

US#69 Noel

December 5th, 2013

18:07

US#69 Noel

In which we discuss the influence on Conrad Noel on G.K. Chesterton

Feedback:

Leave me some feedback at:
nancy@chesterton.org

This show is sponsored by The American Chesterton Society and by listeners like …

#67 Frances & Chesterton Academy

November 22nd, 2013

18:19

US#67 Frances Chesterton and a Visit to Chesterton Academy in Minneapolis

Leave me some feedback at:
nancy@chesterton.org

This show is sponsored by The …

US#66 The Faith of Frances

November 15th, 2013

14:21

US#66 The Faith of Frances

Leave me some feedback at:
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This show is sponsored by The American Chesterton Society and by listeners like YOU.  Your purchase of books and merchandise and free will …

US#65 The Sunrise of Wonder

November 6th, 2013

11:00

US#65 The Sunrise of Wonder

Leave me some feedback at:

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This show is sponsored by the American Chesterton Society. Please visit us at chesterton.org.

Dale Ahlquist on GKC and Sainthood Relevant Radio A Closer Look

November 5th, 2013

48:41

Dale Ahlquist speaks with Sheila Liaugminas about Gilbert Chesterton and sainthood on November 1, 2013 on Relevant Radio.

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US#64 Dark Night of GKC's Soul

November 1st, 2013

17:23

US#64 Dark Night of the Soul

YOU can Leave me some feedback at:
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This show is sponsored by The American Chesterton Society and by …

US#63 Early Religious Background of GKC

October 24th, 2013

8:47

US#63

Leave me some feedback at:
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This show sponsored by The American Chesterton Society and by listeners like YOU.  Your purchase of books and merchandise and free will donations through our website …

US#62 Gilbert and Frances -- Saints?

October 18th, 2013

10:59

Uncommon Sense #62 Gilbert and Frances--Saints?

Leave me some feedback at:
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This show sponsored by The American Chesterton Society and by listeners like YOU.  Your purchase of books and merchandise …

Sean Dailey on Why Chesterton?

April 26th, 2013

42:39

Manalive Radio Hour 4/24/13

Who is this "Chesterton" guy that so many Catholics seem to quote all the time?  Why should anyone care about him in this …

Jason Jones and Dale Ahlquist

February 22nd, 2013

59:45

02/22/2013, Relevant Radio interview of Jason Jones and Dale Ahlquist on City Winds, Radio 1330

Jason Jones will speak at Chesterton Academy on …

Dale Ahlquist 12/21/12 Register Radio

December 23rd, 2012

13:47

This week Tim Drake will be interviewing Dale Ahlquist, president of the American Chesterton Society, about his new work, "The Complete Thinker: The Marvelous Mind of G.K. Chesterton."



Sound off about Register Radio! …

12/13/12 Dale Ahlquist on Spirit and Truth Radio

December 16th, 2012

27:44

12/13/12 at 4:30 p.m. ET author of The Complete Thinker and president of The American Chesterton Society, Dale Ahlquist, was on The Mike Janocik Show!

Don't forget to tune in or listen online!
Listen to Spirit and Truth …

Bay Area Catholic Dale Ahlquist 11/26/12

December 6th, 2012

9:10

G. K. Chesterton expert, Dale Alquist, has just released his new book which is ‘the missing Chesterton book’— in effect, the Chesterton autobiography, a biography in the sense that Chesterton has written about …

Salt And Light Dale Ahlquist 11/24/12

November 27th, 2012

10:17

What does it mean to be a complete thinker? This week, Dale Ahlquist will tell us why it would mean thinking like G.K. Chesterton. Sr. Marie-Paul …

ACS Virtual Society Meeting 11/7/12

November 9th, 2012

29:50

Wednesday, November 7 at 7PM Central.
With the election behind us, President Dale Ahlquist shares Chesterton's thoughts on politics and patriotism, …

Dale Ahlquist on 10/24/12 EWTN with Fr. Mitch Pacwa

October 25th, 2012

53:29

10/24/12
Dale Ahlquist discusses the latest episodes of "G.K. Chesterton: The Apostle of Common Sense" and the life and work of GK Chesterton with Father Mitch Pacwa on EWTN LIVE

chesterton.org

Dale Ahlquist 10/17/12 on Morning Air talking about The Complete Thinker

October 18th, 2012

15:46

Dale Ahlquist is interviewed on Morning Air Radio on 10/17/12 from 6 to 6:30am talking about his new book The Complete Thinker, and what it means to be a complete thinker, and how G.K. Chesterton had that kind of mind. …

Ian Ker on GKC on Humor and the Philosophy of Wonder

October 15th, 2012

44:38

“G.K. Chesterton on Humor,” by Ian Ker

Recorded on:
Tuesday, April 24, 2012 7:00 PM
“G.K. Chesterton on Humor”
Ian Ker, University of Oxford
Ida Noyes, …

First Ever Virtual Society Meeting Recording 10-1-12

October 2nd, 2012

28:35

The first-ever online meeting of the American Chesterton Society. Topics for discussion include:

  • Special preview of the next issue of Gilbert …

#US60 Final Reno Joey Odendahl and Sharon Parker Interviews

August 5th, 2012

19:21

Nancy Brown one last time from Reno, with interviews with Joey Odendahl, director of MANALIVE THE MOVIE, and Sharon Parker, responsible for hosting the conference in Reno, head of the local society.

US#59 Reno Friday

August 4th, 2012

7:37

Nancy summarizes Friday and looks forward to Saturday when she'll speak.

US#58 In Reno

August 3rd, 2012

8:33

Podcasting from Reno Nevada from the ACS Conference on Friday morning, 8/3/12

US#57 Reno, NV

August 2nd, 2012

7:12

Podcasting nearly live from the Silver Legacy Hotel in Reno, NV, Nancy gets ready for the conference which starts today.

Stealth Evangelization

July 11th, 2012

4:57

Father Ian Boyd on Vatican Radio--

Vatican Radio's Veronica Scarisbrick recently caught up with Father Ian Boyd of the Congregation of the Priests of Saint Basil, President of the G.K.Chesterton Institute for Faith and …

Dale Ahlquist on Marriage

May 29th, 2012

54:58

Dale Ahlquist was interviewed on Morning Air with Sean Herriott on Relevant Radio, May 32, 2012, talking about marriage, family and more.

Maggie Gallagher's Interview on Relevant Radio for Chesterton Academy Cultura Vitae Lecture

May 29th, 2012

59:46

Maggie Gallagher was interviewed on Relevant Radio's City Winds program on Friday, May 18, 2012. Gallagher appeared on the program to promote her …

LifeLine with Dale Ahlquist

May 23rd, 2012

27:31

Living Bread Radio presents LifeLine with Melinda Knight. Melinda's Guest on program #114 is American Chesterton Society President Dale Ahlquist. Mr. Ahlquist talks about Chesterton's views on life and more.

Permission …

Invitation to Retreat with Dale Ahlquist

March 10th, 2012

1:03

Dear Friends,

I write to invite you to a very special weekend retreat, March 16-18 at the Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center in Bloomington, …

Dale Ahlquist on Drew Mariani 1/25/12

February 18th, 2012

24:03

Dale Ahlquist on the Drew Mariani show with guest host Wendy Weise.

1/25/12

Dale Ahlquist talks about G.K. Chesterton, how he came to read and love Chesterton. He talks about Chesterton Academy.

Dale Ahlquist and Education 1/30/12

February 9th, 2012

54:57

Dale Ahlquist talks with Sheila Liaugminas on A Closer Look, from Relevant Radio, about schools and education.

Dale Ahlquist on Pro-Life Chesterton 1/17/12

January 27th, 2012

44:47

Dale Alquist, President of the American Chesterton Society & author, lecturer & film producer on G.K. Chesterton talks with Molly Smith on …

Dale Ahlquist on Chesterton Academy 1/24/12

January 25th, 2012

22:02

Dale Ahlquist interviewed on Morning Air with Sean Harriot on Relevant Radio talking about Chesterton Academy and Catholic Education.

1/24/12

Chesterton Academy

January 19th, 2012

46:05

Dale Ahlquist interview on 1/18/12 On Call program with Wendy Wiese.

Dale Ahlquist, President of the American Chesterton Society, informs us about Chesterton Academy.

Dale Ahlquist is the Vice-Chair and Co-Founder of …

Dale Ahlquist on Spirit Radio

January 9th, 2012

28:31

Kris McGregor interviews Dale Ahlquist on Inside the Pages about his book In Defense of Sanity.

Original link found here: http://www.discerninghearts.com/?p=6481

Permission to re-broadcast generously given by Kris …

Ian Ker interview on National Review

January 9th, 2012

9:52

Ian Ker is interviewed on National Review. The program is Between the Covers with John J. Miller. Father Ker talks about his biography of G.K. Chesterton.

Original braodcast link: http://bit.ly/whIE3S

(c) 2011 …

US#55--New Year 2012

January 9th, 2012

34:35

What are your Chestertonian New Year’s Resolutions?

 

Web sites:

http://homeschoolconnectionsonline.com/

snoringscholar.com (Sarah Reinhard)

Dale Ahlquist on The Catholics Next Door 12/8/11

December 16th, 2011

23:16

Greg and Jennifer Willits talk with Dale Ahlquist about GK Chesterton on The Catholics Next Door.  Courtesy of SiriusXm Satelite Radio, The Catholic …

Chesterton and Christmas-Denny Hartford

December 13th, 2011

54:45

Merry Christmas from The American Chesterton Society

The 2004 23rd Annual Chesterton Conference was held in St. Paul, MN at the University of St. …

Dale Ahlquist Interviewed 12/7/11 on A Closer Look with Sheila Liaugminas

December 8th, 2011

55:06

Sheila Liaugminas interviews Dale Ahlquist on 12/7/11 on thinking clearly about any subject at all.         
 
Save the whales but ignore the people. …

US#53 Inside Gilbert Magazine

November 5th, 2011

34:39

Inside Gilbert Magazine: What goes on behind the scenes?
Web sites:
snoringscholar.com (Sarah Reinhard)
http://Chesterton.org
@amchestertonsoc

In Defense of Sanity: Dale Ahlquist Interviewed on Morning Air with Sean Harriet

October 31st, 2011

25:56

Dale Ahlquist was interview on 10/31/2011 on Morning Air with Sean Harriet on Relevant Radio, talking about his new book, In Defense of Sanity.

Chesterton.org

US#52 Life and Death

October 28th, 2011

14:49

Life and Death, Halloween, Frances Chesterton


Uncommon Sense is YOUR Source for Chesterton Information!


 


 


Web sites:


snoringscholar.com (Sarah Reinhard)


US#50 50 Podcast Anniversary

October 14th, 2011

22:05

50th anniversary!


 


Happy 50th anniversary to you! Thanks for listening, hangin, giving me feedback, giving us stars and rating us on iTunes, becoming a fan on Facebook.



This show is also sponsored by The American …

Dale Ahlquist on Relevant Radio Talking about the Battle of Lepanto

October 10th, 2011

54:58

Dale Ahlquist interviewed on Relevant Radio's show A Closer Look with Sheila Liaugminas at 5PM Central on Friday, October 7th, 2011. He's talking about G.K. Chesterton's poem, Lepanto Oct. 7th is the anniversary of the …

Dale Ahlquist on Relevant Radio Talks About Distributism

September 27th, 2011

54:57

Dale was interviewed on Relevant Radio's "A Closer Look" 9/26/2011. He gave a great introduction to Distributism.

US#48 Lying 2

June 1st, 2011

15:59

Another episode about lying, use of reason, natural law, and the Ethics of Elfland.

snoringscholar.com (Sarah Reinhard)

US#47 Lying

May 24th, 2011

29:57

Lying and the common man: what constitutes a lie and do you have to be a philsopher like Thomas Aquinas to know?

Web sites:

snoringscholar.com (Sarah …

US #46 Resurrection

May 17th, 2011

50:26

Resurrection, the 30th annual conference, Apostle of Common Sense Season Six, Gilbert and Frances Scholarship

Web sites:

snoringscholar.com (Sarah …

US#45 Fathers

May 10th, 2011

13:32

Audio feedback from Paul in New York and Paul in Detroit, Fatherhood, Mother's Day, Spring Cleaning.


Web sites:

snoringscholar.com (Sarah Reinhard)

US#44 Spring

April 2nd, 2011

25:40

Spring Episode: We are Alive!
This show is also sponsored by The American Chesterton Society and by listeners like YOU.  Your purchase of books and merchandise and free will donations through our website helps to keep …

US #43 Frances Chesterton's Plays

March 16th, 2011

30:42

Frances Chesterton's second book, Piers Plowman's Pilgrimage, found.

snoringscholar.com (Sarah Reinhard)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nXarndypCYo

US#42 Leah Darrow

January 21st, 2011

29:19

Today’s show will include a most amazing interview with Leah Darrow, who appeared on the TV show America’s Next Top Model, cycle 3. Hear not only her amazing conversion story, but also how she’s connected to Chesterton …

US#41 Conference Gilbert Magazine

January 13th, 2011

21:51

Uncommon Sense #41 Conference Gilbert Magazine

Uncommon Sense is the Podcast of the American Chesterton Society and I’m your host, Nancy Brown

Today’s show will include a segment with Sarah Reinhard and some talk about …

US#40 Kevin Belmonte

January 5th, 2011

30:10

Uncommon Sense #40 Interview with Kevin Belmonte
Sarah Reinhard joins us today for what we hope is the beginning of a new segment, “Mary and …

US#39 Women & Chesterton

December 28th, 2010

20:02

Women & Chesterton--Why do women love this overwieght, cigar smoking absent-minded teddy bear? Find out in this episode of Uncommon Sense.

This …

US#38 Christmas 2010

December 21st, 2010

17:37

#38 Christmas 2010 Special Christmas treat--reading of Frances Chesterton's play "The Christmas Gift"
Leave us feedback at:
uncommonsensepodcast@gmail.com or call 206-495-6556.

This show is also sponsored by The American …

US#37 Part Two Children and Chesterton

December 14th, 2010

32:59

Chesterton and Children Part Two
Leave us feedback at:
uncommonsensepodcast@gmail.com or call 206-495-6556.

This show is also sponsored by The American Chesterton Society and by listeners like YOU.  Your purchase of …

US#37-Chesterton and Children Part One

December 12th, 2010

20:02

Chesterton and Children Part One
Leave us feedback at:
uncommonsensepodcast@gmail.com or call 206-495-6556.

This show is also sponsored by The American Chesterton Society and by listeners like YOU.  Your purchase of books …

US#36-Chesterton Society Scoop

November 1st, 2010

15:49

This week covers the new website/blog, Answers the question Are We Catholic?, the James O'Keefe thing, and for the first time, you've got homework.

US#35-Part 2-Frances Chesterton

October 25th, 2010

40:07

Part two of the talk on Frances Chesterton given by Nancy Brown at the Annual Conference of the American Chesterton Society in 2010.

US#34-Frances Chesterton

October 18th, 2010

32:51

Part one of the talk on Frances Chesterton given by Nancy Brown at the Annual Conference of the American Chesterton Society in 2010.

US#32-Public Schools Teach Chesterton

September 14th, 2010

17:40

Uncommon Sense #32 Public Schools Teaching Chesterton Special guest: public high school teacher Jim McPherrin. I first heard about Jim from Kevin …

US#31-Incredibles Gilbert Magazine

September 5th, 2010

21:44

This podcast is all about the Gilbert magazine which just came out, the one with Gilbert dressed like a character from the movie The Incredibles.

Web sites:
http://www.pixar.com/featurefilms/incredibles/

US#30-Part 3 Conference

August 24th, 2010

22:10

Uncommon Sense #30 Part 3-The 29th Annual Conference of the American Chesterton Society And since a few of you have told me the glow of the …

US#29-Part 2 The Annual Conference of the American Chesterton Society

August 18th, 2010

29:28

Conference overview part 2, brief looks at each speaker and topic, why we need financial help, what's so great about coming to a conference. Web sites:

US#26-Part Two I Don't Get Chesterton

July 22nd, 2010

11:56

Continuing discussion of the difficulty people have with Chesterton's style of writing, his verbosity, his use of popular people and events no longer …

US#25-I Don't Get Chesterton Part One

June 25th, 2010

21:40

Part One-What If I Just Don't Get Chesterton? What does it say about me if I don't get Chesterton? Everyone seems to love him, but I just can't get into reading him. His stuff is too dense, too wordy, too lengthy, too …

US#23-Dale Ahlquist and ChesterTen

April 28th, 2010

18:05

Exclusive interview with Dale Ahlquist, talking about the conference in August in the Washington DC area. How to get there, where to stay, who will …

US#22-Forgiveness

April 21st, 2010

25:17

Forgiveness, and Chapter 2 of What's Wrong With the World. Dale sends word of a letter to the editor of the Daily News from 1905 written by GKC.

 

Kevin O'Brien caracature by Ted Schluenderfritz

http://www.5sparrows.com/

US#21-What's Wrong With the World-Intro

April 5th, 2010

29:40

What's Wrong with the World? The 100th anniversary of this book's publication gives us the opportunity to update the discussion to our times, and find out how relevant Chesterton still is today.

We begin by looking at …

US#20-Interview with James Kennedy

March 24th, 2010

42:12

James Kennedy has written a Chesterton-inspired work of fiction called Order of Oddfish, and talks about his book, his fans, and the surprising and amazing fan art his book has inspired.
Web sites:
http://jameskennedy.com

US#18-Romance Chapter Four

January 31st, 2010

29:50

Continuing discussion of William Oddie's biography of Chesterton, The Romance of Orthodoxy, chapter four

Web sites:
http://www.gilbertmagazine.com
http://chesterton.org/acs/oddie.htm
http://Chesterton.org

US#16 Kevin O'Brien & Chpt.3

January 5th, 2010

32:53

Happy New Year!
Interview with Kevin O'Brien, owner of Theater of the Word, Inc., actor in the Manalive movie, as well as To Follow the Light: The …

US#15-Christmas 2009

December 23rd, 2009

14:35

Merry Christmas to all Uncommon Sense listeners!
Christmas, being kind to difficult relatives and friends, books, Chesterton poetry.

Feedback Welcome

US#14-Mark Shea

December 17th, 2009

28:38

Interview with Master Blogger Mark Shea, aka Innocent Smith in the upcoming movie: Manalive. We discuss the latest Gilbert magazine, the "Conference" issue, 13.2

Feedback welcome uncommonsensepodcast@gmail.com

Websites:

US#13-St. Paul's and the JDC

December 15th, 2009

27:13

Feedback Welcome! uncommonsensepodcast@gmail.com
or call 206-337-9049 and leave voice feedback or questions or comments

This show sponsored by The American Chesterton Society and by listeners like YOU. Thank you. …

US#12-The Man With the Golden Key Oddie Chapter One

December 8th, 2009

27:17

Book discussion of William Oddie's
biography, The Romance of Orthodoxy, Chapter One-The Man with the Golden Key, Chesterton's father, Mr. Ed.
Thanks to …

US#11-Intro Romance of Orthodoxy

December 1st, 2009

34:56

Book discussion starting with the Introduction of William Oddie's biography, The Romance of Orthodoxy, and some Chestertonian news.
Web sites:
http://chesterton.org/acs/oddie.htm
http://chesterton.org

US#10-New Leaf Theater and The Man Who Was Thursday

November 9th, 2009

27:46

New Leaf Theater in Lincoln Park, IL puts on The Man Who Was Thursday by G.K. Chesterton and adapted by Bilal Dardai for a new audience. Tickets …

US#9-Victoria Darkey Interview

November 6th, 2009

15:07

Victoria Darkey recently attended the Re-Awakening Wonder conference in Rochester, NY sponsored by the Rochester Chesterton Society.
Vicky relates the highlights of the conference.
Vicky tells us how she came to start her …

US#8-Dale Ahlquist and Local Chesterton Societies

October 26th, 2009

15:34

Dale Ahlquist guest stars on Uncommon Sense this week and tells us how to have a great local Chesterton Society. The key ingredients seem to be food, fun, Chesterton, humility and humor. A working knowledge of …

US#7-Ted Olsen Eaten Alive

October 16th, 2009

24:20

Ted Olsen interview about Eaten Alive Conference held in Twin Cities. Cardinal George's new book-The Difference God Makes. Who will debate these modern atheists like Chesterton debated Clarence Darrow or GBShaw? ENDOW …

US#6-James O'Keefe Interview

October 8th, 2009

19:03

James O'Keefe interview-sting operation takes away federal funding for ACORN-Chicago Olympics-David Letterman-
James O'Keefe's favorite Chesterton books: Orthodoxy and What's Wrong With the World, favorite Chesterton …

US#5-EWTN Israel Gow

October 2nd, 2009

10:58

EWTN airs The Honour of Israel Gow -a G.K. Chesterton Father Brown mystery on Thursday October 15th 10pm EST.
Rod Bennett's house flooded, please pray. Kevin O'Brien interviewed for the next issue of Gilbert Magazine.

US#4-Chestertonian News

September 29th, 2009

20:21

ChesterTen, contender names for the podcast, the latest encyclical, subsidiarity, the Father Brown audio CDs with Kevin O'Brien, barbershop quartets and local Chesterton conferences.

If there's a topic you want to talk …

US#3-Why Podcast?

September 18th, 2009

21:04

Why did this podcast start? What will this podcast be about? What can be new about a guy who's been dead over 70 years?

We welcome feedback. Please call our audio feedback line at 206-337-9049 or write

US#2-Surprise

September 15th, 2009

14:26

Surprise! Chesterton understands surprises and writes a play called "The Surprise." Show Notes: The Surprise is in the Ignatius Press Collected Works …

US#1-Wondering about Chesterton

September 10th, 2009

8:36

Hello and a wonderful welcome to this preview podcast, where I introduce the wonder of Chesterton and show you what an amateur I really am at …

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