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Old Books with Grace

Dr. Grace Hamman
Lent
Christian Nationalism
Cultural Christians
Joseph
Advent
Early Church
Cyprian
Penitential Poetry
Louisa May Alcott
19th Century Women Writers
Little Women
Christian Poetry
Christianity
Faith
Love
Literature Of Childhood
American Literature
Translation
George Macdonald
W.H. Auden

Listening to the past can help us to understand our present. Dr. Grace Hamman, medievalist and writer, guides listeners to approach often intimidating works of literature and theology and learn to ask questions of our current age. Let‘s read old books together and discover truths about God and ourselves.

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Grace invites on one of her heroes (!), Professor Rebecca Konyndyk DeYoung, professor of medieval philosophy and author of Glittering Vices. They talk Aquinas, vices, Jane Austen, and more in this delightful conversation.

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Welcome to season six of Old Books with Grace! Today, the tables are turned. Grace welcomes her very own husband, the wonderfully handsome, talented, and clever structural engineer, Scott Hamman, to interview her on her new book, Ask of Old Paths: Me... more

In today's episode, Grace welcomes Dr. Daniel McInerney to think about some big questions: what is the relationship between beauty and art? Art and imitation? This conversation ranges from Aristotle to Austen in its exploration of literary, visual, a... more

Welcome to Old Books with Grace! Today marks the final episode in the Old Books with Grace Lent Series, on T.S. Eliot’s Four Quartets.

Today we read Little Gidding as poet and editor Lisa Ampleman joins Grace for a thoughtful conversation.

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Recent Guests

Lisa Ampleman
Poet and editor, author of multiple books of poetry
Cincinnati Review
Episode: Little Gidding with Lisa Ampleman: Four Quartets, Lent 2025
Andy Patton
Poet and editor, creator of The Darkling Salter
The Rabbit Room
Episode: The Dry Salvages with Andy Patton: Four Quartets, Lent 2025
O. Alan Noble
Associate Professor of English at Oklahoma Baptist University and author of three books
Oklahoma Baptist University
Episode: East Coker with O. Alan Noble: Four Quartets, Lent 2025
Paul J. Pastor
Executive editor at Nelson Books, essayist, critic, poet and author of The Locust Years
HarperCollins
Episode: Burnt Norton with Paul Pastor: Four Quartets, Lent 2025
Stephen Eccher
Associate Professor of Church History and Reformation Studies at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary.
Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary
Episode: Meeting Zwingli the Reformer with Stephen Eccher
Susannah Black Roberts
Senior editor at Plough, writer, and thinker
Plough
Episode: Talking Trollope with Susannah Black Roberts
Erin Risch Zoutendam
Fellow scholar and expert on medieval and early modern biblical hermeneutics
Seton Hall University
Episode: Reading the Bible with Medieval and Early Modern People with Erin Zoutendam
Amy Mantravadi
Author of historical novels on the Reformation.
1517
Episode: Martin Luther in Fiction with Amy Mantravadi
Shannon K. Evans
Author of The Mystics Would Like a Word, Six Women Who Met God and Found a Spirituality for Today
National Catholic Reporter
Episode: Learning with the Mystics with Shannon K. Evans

Host

Grace Hamman
Host and medievalist passionate about literature and theology, offering insights that connect classic works with contemporary spiritual and cultural issues.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 152 ratings
  • Old Books with Grace Podcast

    Even as an untrained hobby medievalist, I understand and am challenged by the topics and observations on this podcast. I keep meeting new people from history that are worth knowing today! Also, it takes a well-cultivated mind to form the questions that Dr Hamman asks. I highly recommend her podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    E.Pic
    Germany5 months ago
  • Love Grace

    I always learn something when I listen to this show. So much depth and beauty

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mavis M
    United States7 months ago
  • Fabulous

    Sir Gawain and the Green Knight episodes were so beautiful and calming to my soul. What a gift ! Thank you and keep up the good work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jojable
    United States9 months ago
  • Great show

    I love this show! Grace brings on varied and interesting guests, and she’s introduced me to works I wouldn’t have otherwise come across.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Feuillet4Ever
    United Statesa year ago
  • For the thoughtful Christian who loves great literature

    This is truly a lovely and inspiring podcast which always gives my spirit a boost. Grace is an insightful Christian who stays grounded in our traditions and faith, and always brings lovely books and poetry and very interesting interviewees to the podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Geoffrey Nicholson
    United Kingdoma year ago

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The Seven Capital Vices with Rebecca DeYoung
Q: What vice do you think that contemporary America is most haunted by?
Greed is particularly insidious as it affects how we value people and time in monetary terms, leading to dehumanization.
The Seven Capital Vices with Rebecca DeYoung
Q: How can you teach your model virtues and vices in ways that aren't just sort of preachy or self-righteous?
It's important to engage in practices that hold up a mirror to oneself, encouraging self-discovery rather than a blame and shame approach.
Virtues & Vices with Scott & Grace Hamman
Q: Can you describe the relationship between humility and the virtues?
Humility is the foundational virtue that must underpin all other virtues, keeping them from becoming about self-exaltation instead of love and grace.
Virtues & Vices with Scott & Grace Hamman
Q: Why do humans want to be whole?
Wholeness is tied to our purpose and happiness as beings created in the image of God, which aligns with our end goal of seeking Him.
Virtues & Vices with Scott & Grace Hamman
Q: What do you think makes the virtues make us whole?
The virtues are habits that, when consistently practiced, shape our character towards the likeness of Christ, which leads to wholeness.

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Exploring the intersections of literature, theology, and history, this podcast invites listeners to reconnect with traditional texts that reflect timeless truths. With a focus on medieval literature and influential works, the discussions often dive deep into the significance of classic writers such as T.S. Eliot and Anthony Trollope, examining how their insights can illuminate contemporary life. Unique thematic series, especially around liturgical seasons like Advent, offer a reflective space for spiritual growth through poetry and historical analysis, making it particularly appealing for those seeking wisdom from the past in today's chaotic world.

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2. Andy Patton
3. O. Alan Noble
4. Paul J. Pastor
5. Stephen Eccher
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7. Erin Risch Zoutendam
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