Building Worldviews

In the last part of our interview, Mary Eberstadt concludes by discussing the reason for the rise in religious “nones,” the historical impact of religious vs. secular wars, the future of the Catholic Church, and both the progress and backsliding the United States has made in the past decade. Mary Eberstadt holds the Panula Chair in Christian Culture at the Catholic Information Center and is a Senior Research Fellow at the Faith & Reason Institute. She is the author of many books, including her most recent “Primal Screams: How the Sexual Revolution Created Identity Politics” (2019) and “Adam and Eve After the Pill, Revisited” (2023). A Cornell graduate with two honorary doctorates in Humane Letters, Mary is a sought out voice on religion, the family, social issues, and the Sexual Revolution. Watch Mary Eberstadt’s full interview on our website: https://praxiscircle.com/video/mary-eberstadt-2/ Learn more about Praxis Circle: https://praxiscircle.com/ Join our Praxis Circle community for free and gain exclusive access to resources, courses, and events: https://praxiscircle.com/join Follow us: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/praxiscircle/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thepraxiscircle/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/praxiscircle LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/praxis-circle/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thepraxiscircle

In the second part of our interview, Mary Eberstadt discusses her book “Primal Screams” and her argument that the Sexual Revolution of the 1960s has created identity politics. We also have a conversation on contemporary feminism, how the summer of 2020 was a fulfilled “prophecy,” the turmoil people are facing because of loneliness, and how her faith helps her live a life free of fear. Other topics we cover: What policy changes could help the family? Who are the culture wars really between? Why are so many rejecting basic biological realities? How should Christians engage in the public square? Mary Eberstadt holds the Panula Chair in Christian Culture at the Catholic Information Center and is a Senior Research Fellow at the Faith & Reason Institute. She is the author of many books, including her most recent “Primal Screams: How the Sexual Revolution Created Identity Politics” (2019) and “Adam and Eve After the Pill, Revisited” (2023). A Cornell graduate with two honorary doctorates in Humane Letters, Mary is a sought out voice on religion, the family, social issues, and the Sexual Revolution. Watch Mary Eberstadt’s full interview on our website: https://praxiscircle.com/video/mary-eberstadt-2/ Learn more about Praxis Circle: https://praxiscircle.com/ Join our Praxis Circle community for free and gain exclusive access to resources, courses, and events: https://praxiscircle.com/join Follow us: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/praxiscircle/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thepraxiscircle/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/praxiscircle LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/praxis-circle/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thepraxiscircle

Mary Eberstadt is an essayist, novelist, public speaker, and author of several nonfiction works. In the first part of her interview with Praxis Circle, Eberstadt discusses her growing up years in upstate New York, important life influences, pursuing both a career and motherhood, and her thoughts on how and why the younger generations today have been robbed. Mary Eberstadt holds the Panula Chair in Christian Culture at the Catholic Information Center and is a Senior Research Fellow at the Faith & Reason Institute. She is the author of many books, including her most recent “Primal Screams: How the Sexual Revolution Created Identity Politics” (2019) and “Adam and Eve After the Pill, Revisited” (2023). A Cornell graduate with two honorary doctorates in Humane Letters, Mary is a sought out voice on religion, the family, social issues, and the Sexual Revolution. Watch Mary Eberstadt’s full interview on our website: https://praxiscircle.com/video/mary-eberstadt-2/ Learn more about Praxis Circle: https://praxiscircle.com/ Join our Praxis Circle community for free and gain exclusive access to resources, courses, and events: https://praxiscircle.com/join Follow us: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/praxiscircle/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thepraxiscircle/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/praxiscircle LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/praxis-circle/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thepraxiscircle

From philosophy to the sacred, part three of our interview with Sir Roger Scruton now turns to a discussion on politics. As a British outsider looking in, Scruton examines the uniqueness of the American political system, our culture (defining it as “ghost-haunted”), and the connection between Donald J. Trump and Brexit. Finally, Scruton offers an answer at the very end of our episode to the question: “Are you optimistic or pessimistic about America?” Other topics we cover: Is there a spiritual world? What are your thoughts on trans-humanism and cloning? Are good men necessary to control evil men? Listen to find out more! Sir Roger Scruton was an internationally recognized British philosopher, author, and professor with a Ph.D. in philosophy from Cambridge University. He was knighted for services in philosophy, teaching, and public education in 2016 and published over fifty nonfiction and fiction books. Praxis Circle interviewed Scruton because of his commanding knowledge of Western philosophy, his highly developed philosophical and theological anthropology, and his extensive service to the protection and preservation of Western civilization. This is one of Scruton’s last recorded interviews before his sudden passing from cancer in 2020. Watch Roger Scruton’s full interview on our website: https://praxiscircle.com/video/roger-scruton/ Learn more about Praxis Circle: https://praxiscircle.com/ Join our Praxis Circle community for free and gain exclusive access to resources, courses, and events: https://praxiscircle.com/join Follow us: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/praxiscircle/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thepraxiscircle/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/praxiscircle LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/praxis-circle/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thepraxiscircle

“Lifeworld,” “worldview,” “conservative,” “the sacred,” “oikophilia”–a word Sir Roger Scruton coined himself—what do they mean? In part two of our interview, Scruton defines his terms and sheds light on some of today’s most discussed philosophical topics. We also have a conversation on the importance of the law of noncontradiction to reason; his personal move towards Christianity and political conservatism; and finally, what makes a human being a person. Other topics we cover: What is your worldview? What are the fundamental concepts that define humanity? Who has been the most harmful philosopher to date? Listen to find out more! Sir Roger Scruton was an internationally recognized British philosopher, author, and professor with a Ph.D. in philosophy from Cambridge University. He was knighted for services in philosophy, teaching, and public education in 2016 and published over fifty nonfiction and fiction books. Praxis Circle interviewed Scruton because of his commanding knowledge of Western philosophy, his highly developed philosophical and theological anthropology, and his extensive service to the protection and preservation of Western civilization. This is one of Scruton’s last recorded interviews before his sudden passing from cancer in 2020. Watch Roger Scruton’s full interview on our website: https://praxiscircle.com/video/roger-scruton/ Learn more about Praxis Circle: https://praxiscircle.com/ Join our Praxis Circle community for free and gain exclusive access to resources, courses, and events: https://praxiscircle.com/join Follow us: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/praxiscircle/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thepraxiscircle/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/praxiscircle LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/praxis-circle/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thepraxiscircle

Praxis Circle had the honor of conducting one of Sir Roger Scruton’s last interviews before his passing from cancer in 2020. Listen to part one for a conversation on philosophy, the pursuit of truth, and several dual issues: foundations and constructions, elitism and anti-elitism, and a particularly poignant distinction between a culture of repudiation vs. affirmation. While weighty topics, Scruton offers thoughtful answers that can help us understand and navigate today’s often troubling times. Other topics we cover: Who began modern philosophy–Descartes or Kant? Do philosophy and worldview need foundations? Is truth-seeking part of worldview? What is cognitive dualism? Listen to find out more! Sir Roger Scruton was an internationally recognized British philosopher, author, and professor with a Ph.D. in philosophy from Cambridge University. He was knighted for services in philosophy, teaching, and public education in 2016 and published over fifty nonfiction and fiction books. Praxis Circle interviewed Scruton because of his commanding knowledge of Western philosophy, his highly developed philosophical and theological anthropology, and his extensive service to the protection and preservation of Western civilization. Watch Roger Scruton’s full interview on our website: https://praxiscircle.com/video/roger-scruton/ Learn more about Praxis Circle: https://praxiscircle.com/ Join our Praxis Circle community for free and gain exclusive access to resources, courses, and events: https://praxiscircle.com/join Follow us: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/praxiscircle/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thepraxiscircle/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/praxiscircle LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/praxis-circle/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thepraxiscircle

In the final part of our interview, Dr. Anne Bradley discusses the “Gini Index,” income inequality, democratic capitalism, and social justice. She offers real insight on how we are already curing poverty worldwide through market trade and human agency. Finally, Bradley shares why we should be optimistic about the future of American economics–but only if we protect our liberties. Other topics we cover: Should America have a balanced budget? Are we living in a post-Christian world today? Why is immigration a good thing for the economy? What is America’s role in the world? Dr. Anne Bradley is the Director of Academic Affairs at the Fund for American Studies based in Washington, D.C. She is the co-editor and author of “Counting the Cost: Christian Perspective on Capitalism,” “For the Least of These: a Biblical Answer to Poverty,” and “Be Fruitful and Multiply: Why Economics is Necessary for Making God-Pleasing Decisions.” Bradley earned her Ph.D. in economics from George Mason University and has since taught economic principles and theory at multiple universities. Watch Anne Bradley’s full interview on our website: https://praxiscircle.com/video/anne-r-bradley/ Learn more about Praxis Circle: https://praxiscircle.com/ Join our Praxis Circle community for free and gain exclusive access to resources, courses, and events: https://praxiscircle.com/join Follow us: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/praxiscircle/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thepraxiscircle/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/praxiscircle LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/praxis-circle/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thepraxiscircle

In the third part of our interview, Dr. Anne Bradley explores the various facets of capitalism and socialism in-depth and explains why socialist economic theory is making a “comeback” in the United States. By using real data and examples, she shows us how these two economic theories impact the flourishing of different societies and why socialism ultimately fails those who try it. Other topics we cover: Does wealth creation require certain self-limiting principles? Is “hockey stick” economic growth possible without Christianity? What is the “three-legged stool” of a flourishing society? Do the Christian values of equality and freedom conflict? Listen to find out more! Dr. Anne Bradley is the Director of Academic Affairs at the Fund for American Studies based in Washington, D.C. She is the co-editor and author of “Counting the Cost: Christian Perspective on Capitalism,” “For the Least of These: a Biblical Answer to Poverty,” and “Be Fruitful and Multiply: Why Economics is Necessary for Making God-Pleasing Decisions.” Bradley earned her Ph.D. in economics from George Mason University and has since taught economic principles and theory at multiple universities. Watch Anne Bradley’s full interview on our website: https://praxiscircle.com/video/anne-r-bradley/ Learn more about Praxis Circle: https://praxiscircle.com/ Join our Praxis Circle community for free and gain exclusive access to resources, courses, and events: https://praxiscircle.com/join Follow us: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/praxiscircle/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thepraxiscircle/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/praxiscircle LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/praxis-circle/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thepraxiscircle

In the second part of our interview, Dr. Anne Bradley challenges the common interpretation of “self-interest” and explains how it can be a force for good in the world. She also dives into the concept of how legitimately earned business profit helps–not hurts–mankind. Other topics we cover: What is capitalism and why do you dislike the term? Is there a disconnect between Christian churches and the concept of work? What is the goal of business in a Christian society? Listen to find out more! Dr. Anne Bradley is the Director of Academic Affairs at the Fund for American Studies based in Washington, D.C. She is the co-editor and author of “Counting the Cost: Christian Perspective on Capitalism,” “For the Least of These: a Biblical Answer to Poverty,” and “Be Fruitful and Multiply: Why Economics is Necessary for Making God-Pleasing Decisions.” Bradley earned her Ph.D. in economics from George Mason University and has since taught economic principles and theory at multiple universities. Watch Anne Bradley’s full interview on our website: https://praxiscircle.com/video/anne-r-bradley/ Learn more about Praxis Circle: https://praxiscircle.com/ Join our Praxis Circle community for free and gain exclusive access to resources, courses, and events: https://praxiscircle.com/join Follow us: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/praxiscircle/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thepraxiscircle/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/praxiscircle LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/praxis-circle/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thepraxiscircle

Dr. Anne Bradley is a dedicated economics professor, author, wife, and mother. In her interview with Praxis Circle, Bradley discusses how her Christian worldview has shaped her life choices and understanding of economics. She also explains how economic freedom is rooted in biblical teaching about the value of human life and the importance of worldview to one’s daily life. Other topics we cover: What people or events shaped who you are? What are some of Christianity’s key suppositions? Do worldviews grow together or clash? Listen to find out more! Dr. Anne Bradley is the Director of Academic Affairs at the Fund for American Studies based in Washington, D.C. She is the co-editor and author of “Counting the Cost: Christian Perspective on Capitalism,” “For the Least of These: a Biblical Answer to Poverty,” and “Be Fruitful and Multiply: Why Economics is Necessary for Making God-Pleasing Decisions.” Bradley earned her Ph.D. in economics from George Mason University and has since taught economic principles and theory at multiple universities. Watch Anne Bradley’s full interview on our website: https://praxiscircle.com/video/anne-r-bradley/ Learn more about Praxis Circle: https://praxiscircle.com/ Join our Praxis Circle community for free and gain exclusive access to resources, courses, and events: https://praxiscircle.com/join Follow us: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/praxiscircle/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thepraxiscircle/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/praxiscircle LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/praxis-circle/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thepraxiscircle

In the final part of our interview, Dr. Os Guinness discusses how differences between the 1776 American and 1789 French revolutions are creating a crisis in the United States: cultural Marxism, the peace of despotism, and an important question at the heart of the issue… will Americans choose renewal or decline? Guinness also discusses China and Christianity, the conservative movement in America, and a return to covenantalism in government through family, school, and houses of worship. The episode concludes with a fascinating World War II story that emphasizes the importance of faith and leadership. Other topics we cover: What is evangelical Christianity? Where do you see America 20 years from now? Why is the Old Testament crucial to a fully biblical approach to Christianity? Listen to find out more! Dr. Os Guinness is a British author and social critic. He has written or edited over thirty books on ideas concerning liberty, the public square, America, the meaning of man, fulfilling your calling, and much more. Guinness earned his D. Phil. in the social sciences from Oriel College, oxford and is the founder of The Trinity Forum headquartered in Washington, D.C. Watch Os Guinness’ full interview on our website: https://praxiscircle.com/video/os-guinness/ Learn more about Praxis Circle: https://praxiscircle.com/ Join our Praxis Circle community for free and gain exclusive access to resources, courses, and events: https://praxiscircle.com/join Follow us: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/praxiscircle/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thepraxiscircle/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/praxiscircle LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/praxis-circle/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thepraxiscircle

In part three of our interview, Dr. Os Guinness draws on several of his books to discuss topics such as active vs. passive faith, reciprocal responsibility in America, engaged citizenship, modernity, time, renewal, and "covenantalism." Why do faith and freedom require transmission? How do we sustain American freedom? What does it mean to live biblically with truth, love, and compassion? Guinness addresses these questions and more in this episode. Other topics we cover: How do we measure progress in a “progressive” age? What are the dangers of modernity? Does consumerism need a theological framework? Listen to find out more! Dr. Os Guinness is a British author and social critic. He has written or edited over thirty books on ideas concerning liberty, the public square, America, the meaning of man, fulfilling your calling, and much more. Guinness earned his D. Phil. in the social sciences from Oriel College, oxford and is the founder of The Trinity Forum headquartered in Washington, D.C. Watch Os Guinness’ full interview on our website: https://praxiscircle.com/video/os-guinness/ Learn more about Praxis Circle: https://praxiscircle.com/ Join our Praxis Circle community for free and gain exclusive access to resources, courses, and events: https://praxiscircle.com/join Follow us: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/praxiscircle/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thepraxiscircle/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/praxiscircle LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/praxis-circle/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thepraxiscircle

Here’s a question on defining reality: what is America? In part two of our interview with him, Dr. Os Guinness defines our nation through the concepts of ordered freedom, the Torah, covenantalism, and more. He also discusses the political and social state of both the U.S. and Europe, offers fascinating descriptions of populism and globalism, and expands on the history that relates to these current political trends. Other topics we cover: What are your thoughts on Brexit? What’s the difference between patriotism and nationalism? What’s causing America’s division? Listen to find out more! Dr. Os Guinness is a British author and social critic. He has written or edited over thirty books on ideas concerning liberty, the public square, America, the meaning of man, fulfilling your calling, and much more. Guinness earned his D. Phil. in the social sciences from Oriel College, oxford and is the founder of The Trinity Forum headquartered in Washington, D.C. Watch Os Guinness’ full interview on our website: https://praxiscircle.com/video/os-guinness/ Learn more about Praxis Circle: https://praxiscircle.com/ Join our Praxis Circle community for free and gain exclusive access to resources, courses, and events: https://praxiscircle.com/join Follow us: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/praxiscircle/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thepraxiscircle/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/praxiscircle LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/praxis-circle/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thepraxiscircle

The first of a four part series of conversation with British author and social critic, Os Guinness, described as a “quiet voice on behalf of faith, freedom, truth, reason and civility.” Os discusses his inspiration in life and how his experiences shaped his worldview. In the second half of the episode, Os discusses differing beliefs about time, to include the Biblical view of “Covenantal” time. Finally, Os finishes this part of the conversation with a discussion of analysis and advocacy for faithful Christians. Other topics we cover: What was it like living in the United Kingdom during the 1960s? Why should we understand different worldviews? Which worldviews are most damaging to the West? Listen to find out more! Dr. Os Guinness is a British author and social critic. He has written or edited over thirty books on ideas concerning liberty, the public square, America, the meaning of man, fulfilling your calling, and much more. Guinness earned his D.Phil. in the social sciences from Oriel College, oxford and is the founder of The Trinity Forum headquartered in Washington, D.C. Watch Os Guinness’ full interview on our website: https://praxiscircle.com/video/os-guinness/ Learn more about Praxis Circle: https://praxiscircle.com/ Join our Praxis Circle community for free and gain exclusive access to resources, courses, and events: https://praxiscircle.com/join Follow us: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/praxiscircle/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thepraxiscircle/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/praxiscircle LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/praxis-circle/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thepraxiscircle

A worldview is the lens we use to interpret the world around us. It influences every aspect of our lives–from how we choose careers, to how we vote, to how we interact with both strangers and friends. Because worldviews often conflict, people think and act differently from one another. Understanding different worldviews helps us have thoughtful dialogue about life’s deepest questions and a respect for the inherent dignity of every human being. Praxis Circle created Building Worldviews to do just that: interview expert thought leaders about their perspectives on economics, politics, philosophy, religion, social issues, and more in order to expose our community to many diverse worldviews. Listening to others and learning how to think critically is how we build strong worldviews–which in return helps us to better pursue truth, freedom, and human flourishing. Start your worldview journey today by listening to this podcast and visiting praxiscircle.com to learn more.