Join us for this introductory conversation on the concept of philosophy ("love of wisdom"). As we go through this conversation we give a working definition of what philosophy is, how we all have a philosophical outlook, and the consequences of not thinking about the truths you hold about the universe. We then talk about some of the major philosophical movements and themes of modernity: utilitarianism, dualism, and atheistic materialism. Learn more about Pat here: One of his books - https://howto...
Jan 20, 2022•1 hr 6 min
Did you set your New Year's resolutions? Was carving out a more intentional Sabbath one of them? This week we are republishing an awesome interview with Dr. Nathan Stucky about his contemporary research and theological understanding of sabbath. It's certainly worth a re-listen, as we can always be fine tuning our approach experience the Divine in our rest. The team at Eden Revisited hopes you had a Merry Christmas and wishes you a Happy New Year! Stay tuned for more content, interviews, and banj...
Jan 06, 2022•48 min
You've probably heard of Dorothy Day, but who was her inspiration and companion in realizing the vision of the Catholic Worker movement? In this episode, Eric Anglada joins Tyler and Nick in revisiting the oft-forgotten Peter Maurin. Peter and his synthesis of “cult, culture, and cultivation” made for an unlikely but dynamic duo with Dorothy, one that ultimately unleashed one of the greatest American Catholic movements of the 20th Century. Brimming with memorable quips and a love of the land, Pe...
Dec 23, 2021•48 min
Join Austin and Malcolm Schluenderfritz for a conversation about voluntary poverty. We discuss what poverty is, what it isn't, and how it integrates with the Christian life. The conversation goes into an Edenic account of poverty and outlines what voluntary poverty could look like in the modern world. Join us for this fascinating and often forgotten conversation. Fr. Dubay's book: Happy Are You Poor The article mentioned: Is it Really Nessesary to be Poor? Malcolm's Blog: Happy Are You Poor Conn...
Dec 09, 2021•46 min
Join us on this Thanksgiving episode as we dive into gratitude, especially in regards to food. Tyler attempts to read some poetry and Nick grades him harshly. We use the wise words of American poet and agricultural/environmental activist, Wendell Berry, to frame our minds and hearts around what it means to enter into deeper gratitude about the food we consume. See below for the text of these poems and the excerpt from his book of essays, Bringing it to the Table . Also check out the song (to be ...
Nov 25, 2021•39 min
This episode is a rebroadcast from February 2021. Since then, Dr. Larry Chapp has appeared on the "Bishop Barron Presents" series, where he and Bishop Barron discussed the Catholic Worker Movement, Traditionalism and liberalism in the Catholic Church, the Second Vatican Council, and other topics. You can watch his interview with Bishop Barron here . ------------- Join Nick and Austin as they sit down with Dr. Larry Chapp to discuss his transition from academia to life on a Catholic Worker Farm. ...
Nov 11, 2021•57 min
Could you eat manna for 40 years? The Israelites did – kicking and screaming – and they learned a lesson or two about themselves and their God along the way. On today’s episode, Nick and Tyler do a close reading of Exodus 16 and explore the Israelites’ radical transition from Egyptian captivity to (reluctant) trust in Providence. Using the work of theologian Ellen Davis as a guide, this podcast connects the Israelites’ wilderness experience to our own modern need for rest, restraint, justice, si...
Oct 28, 2021•41 min
Luke Robinson, our bread specialist from episode 18 is on the show again to discuss why he thinks wine, like bread, is MAGIC. For those who remember our conversation about sourdough, leaven, and bread making, you'll remember how effortlessly Luke mines the depths of the everyday. Luke shares how he came to appreciate wine, his own experiences working at wineries, and how this has provided much fruit for his interior gardens. Plus after this show you'll impress your friends by describing the terr...
Oct 14, 2021•50 min
In today's interview, Nick and Austin talk to Dr. Jay Richards about the lost Christian practice of fasting. Dr. Richards explains how the wellness trend of intermittent fasting doesn't just extend back a few years but rather back to the earliest Christian communities. We pull on ancient wisdom and modern science to help better understand what fasting is, why we should fast, and where to start. Dr. Jay Richards is the William E. Simon Senior Research Fellow at the Heritage Foundation, a Senior F...
Sep 30, 2021•41 min
We're talking communes, but keep your clothes on, people. Today we explore the Rule of St. Augustine and his vision for a common life for lay Christians. There's more to this than s'mores, fire dances, and optional clothing. After his baptism, Augustine founded a community of laymen with whom he shared life and prayer. His community was oriented around a Rule designed to bring its members closer to God and neighbor. Eventually, the Rule was extended to priests and became what is now the oldest m...
Sep 23, 2021•53 min
This week, Tyler sits down (in-person!) with a new friend and local agricultural entrepreneur. Stephen Storey is the founder and co-operator of Storey Family Farms in South Bend, IN. During this episode, Stephen shares his own story, the many things he has learned and experienced out on the farm, and his vision for a more sustainable, nutritive, and spiritually enriching approach to agriculture. Stephen believes that there is tremendous opportunity to use the available green spaces, in our citie...
Sep 16, 2021•52 min
Imagine jumping off a 4 story building with only vines tied to your ankles, would you do it? In today's episode, Nick and Austin explore some of the world's most bizarre rites of passage, from Hamar Cow Jumping to Vanuatu Land Diving. These ceremonies are often dangerous, painful, and carry a significant chance of failure-- which is exactly the point. Tune in to get Nick and Austin's take on this ancient custom. Suggested Reading: Videos: https://www.artofmanliness.com/articles/male-rites-of-pas...
Sep 09, 2021•44 min
On today's episode, Nick and Tyler break open the Vatican document "Male and Female He Created Them: Towards a path of dialogue on the question of gender theory in education." Published in 2019, this document is meant to provide Catholic educators — and anyone else with an interest in the subject — guidance on dealing with the gender issues being broadly debated in today’s culture. As the title suggests, we're called toward a path of dialogue while seeking to more fully understand the Church's t...
Sep 02, 2021•57 min
Today's episode was recorded and produced by Sean Domencic over at the Tradistae Podcast . We interviewed Sean a couple weeks ago in a great podcast called " Edenic Politics ." Sean returned the favor and had Nick on to talk about what it actually means to revisit Eden. Nick offers some context about our show and dives into each of our 3 pillars (putting shovel to soil, cultivating interior gardens, and reenchanting the culture). It’s a good launch point into the rest of our episodes, so please ...
Aug 26, 2021•32 min
The word "ecology" gets thrown around a lot, but what exactly is it? In today's episode Austin interviews an ecology expert, Thomas Mann, to discuss the basics of ecology, carbon cycles, and more. Later in the episode we talk about the roots ecological studies in Central Europe and what the layman can do to get involved. Links from Thomas: https://twitter.com/nature_org https://www.instagram.com/nature_org/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLuSi_6Ol8M National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administrati...
Aug 19, 2021•36 min
If you've been listening to the news recently, you've surely heard something about climate change. Tyler and Nick cut through the noise, leave politics behind, and try to address the growing concerns that exist with a changing climate. Of course, we rely on our Catholic Social Teaching as our lens. Even if you're skeptical of the modern interpretation of the causes you'll enjoy our approach to address a modern topic, one that is deeply rooted in our nature as co-creators. You'll even learn the d...
Aug 12, 2021•48 min
Politics, theology, Eden? Yeah, baby. Joining us to discuss how these three things are in fact connected is Sean Domencic, a Catholic Worker from Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Sean is the host of the Tradistae podcast and has written and spoken extensively about Catholic social teaching, economics, and politics. On this episode he outlines five key ways the political theology of Eden impacts our modern lives. This isn't about red or blue but rather living the shared reality of our identity as made in...
Aug 05, 2021•54 min
In today's episode, Austin interviews a special guest, Grace Carroll. They have a conversation about their relationship, the courtship of old, and what dating and marriage looked like before modernity. Grace shares her thoughts on what shouldn't be in a dating profile and we talk about the old practice of "Bundling Bags". Grace Carroll is the Assistant Chaplain at Saint Thomas More Catholic Chapel & Center, she holds a Master of Divinity and a Master of Education from the University of Notre...
Jul 29, 2021•35 min
How rational are your everyday decisions? What do we even mean by rational? Should the host stop asking so many questions and get on with the topic? Join Tyler and Austin as they jump back to a topic discussed in a previous episode: Economics ( #13: Eden and Economics). However, this time there is a twist: we are talking behavioral economics. Tyler shares some interesting theories that he has been discussing in a summer enrichment course he just finished teaching. Despite his still developing br...
Jul 22, 2021•42 min
On today's episode, Nick and his younger brother Jonathan discuss the beauty and symbolism of music. Jonathan is an accomplished pianist, a budding producer of his own music, and a seminarian at Gonzaga's Bishop White Seminary. He shares how his musical journey morphed from an emotional outlet into an encounter with the transcendent. Although Jonathan is classically trained, he's not afraid to bust some rhymes and drop the beats! Show Highlights What makes music beautiful, true, and good? The sy...
Jul 15, 2021•42 min
This week's episode dives into farm life in rural Maine with two young Catholics, creatives, parents, homeschoolers, musicians, and farmers. Join Austin and Nick as they chat with Max and Deirdre (with some guest appearances from their children!) about the intentionality with which they live their life, the role of their Catholic faith in adopting a counter-cultural lifestyle, the cultivation of community, and the small ways we can live more intentionally, too. Links: First Steps Farm First Step...
Jul 08, 2021•47 min
The team is out enjoying some time with friends and family this week. We'll be back in action next week. Happy feast day of St. Junipero Serra ! ------ Nick and Tyler debunk the meaning of the word "amateur." Who knew it had to do with love? So spicy. They also outline 5 habits of mind every amateur should possess. Think of habits of mind like Aristotelian virtues; they're formed through daily practice, which will involve successes and failures. But don't be afraid to get back on the horse! We'r...
Jul 01, 2021•38 min
The whole crew is back together to share some summer updates, what projects we are working on, and how we are actively trying to re-enchant the culture. We give all glory and praise to God who has been the mover behind this ministry. As unabashed novices we have been inspired by many amazing guests on this show and hope to grow this ministry in the months (maybe years) to come! We end by praying with St. Francis' Canticle of the Creatures . Thanks as always for tuning in. As always, send us any ...
Jun 24, 2021•21 min
Fall in love (again) with learning by wandering purposefully. On today's show, Eric Travis shares how a 2,600-mile trek clarified a new way to approach learning and local/global engagement. Eric is the author of Wander Purposefully , which introduces the Absorbent Learning lifestyle and inspires readers to seek cultivate those "interior gardens" of intellect and compassion. Show Highlights The brutal and beautiful aspects of hiking the PCT (Pacific Crest Trail). What is Absorbent Learning? Three...
Jun 17, 2021•59 min
Join Nick and Austin as they talk about how new age spirituality could be a reaction against an over-emphasis on pure rationality. They explore poetry, art, and story as mediums for explaining topics like love and beautify. If you stick around to the end you'll get to hear Nick's answers to some of life's biggest questions. . . “Mysticism keeps men sane. As long as you have mystery you have health; when you destroy mystery you create morbidity. The ordinary man has always been sane because the o...
Jun 10, 2021•46 min
How often do we wake up on a Sunday morning and really look forward to a day of rest, one where we see the day as an opportunity to stop and reflect on God's omnipotent grace? How can we "wake up" with work looming on Monday, chores to be completed, and activities to haul the kids off to? It can often seem like there is never a moment to breathe. In this episode, Tyler interviews Dr. Nathan Stucky, professor at Princeton Theological Seminary and founder of the Farminary . Nate grew up on a farm ...
Jun 03, 2021•48 min
One of the false narratives of our time is that you have to make a decision between being a person of reason (science) or a person of faith. We're told that faith and reason are incompatible and in constant opposition. On today's show a female-scientist-Dominican-lover of Christ puts that narrative to rest. Nick and Tyler interview Michaela Loomis and get her take on how to re-enchant the scientific realm. Michaela is a graduate of West Point, has a Masters in Public Health, worked in research l...
May 27, 2021•42 min
Does surviving in an ever-changing world mean always uprooting and moving to the next gig? In this episode, Tyler and Austin explore the idea of "rootedness" and how obedience can help people find meaning and community. With statistical indicators of commitment at huge lows, we look to the model of a farmer for a solution. Have a question, topic idea, gardening tip, anything? Email us at edenrevisitedpodcast@gmail.com . We'd love to give you a sprout out! LINKS
May 20, 2021•41 min
When you think of Eden, you probably don’t often think of Yoga. On this episode Tyler interviews Bobby Karle, S.J. (one month away from his priestly ordination as a Jesuit!), who shares his experience of slowing down, feeling whole, and connecting with God through careful Yoga practice. Bobby started practicing Yoga the year before he entered the Jesuits while working as the Campus Minister at his alma mater, UofD Jesuit in Detroit. Throughout his formation Bobby has continued to thoughtfully ap...
May 12, 2021•42 min
Today Nick and Tyler interview Rick Eich, maybe the only individual on the planet who sees the beautiful integration among chickens, caskets, and creation. Rick left corporate America over 10 years ago to pursue a lifestyle that would enable him to work with his hands. On this episode you'll hear how his journey to Eastern Orthodoxy led to newfound passions in sacred burial, tilling and keeping the earth, and striving for Christian community. Rick is based out of Greenville, South Carolina, and ...
May 06, 2021•41 min
