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The show explores important questions concerning the relationship between science and the Catholic faith. These include such topics as evolution, cosmology, neuroscience, quantum physics, and free will. The show also highlights the work of leading Catholic scientists as well as their reflections on how they integrate the worlds of science and religion in their life's work.

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In this episode of the podcast Sr. Albertine Cevallos and Fr. Thomas Davenport join the show to discuss their journey from science majors at Caltech to vocations in the Dominican order. Sister Albertine is a Dominican sister of St. Cecilia who curren... more

Dr. Nuno Castel-Branco is a historian of science, culture, and religion with a focus on early modern Europe. Currently he is a research fellow of All Souls College at the University of Oxford. In this episode, Dr. Castel-Branco discusses his new book... more

Robert Scherrer, a Professor of Physics and Astronomy at Vanderbilt University and an SCS Board member, discusses what the standard cosmological model suggests regarding the future of our universe. Will it end with a bang or a whimper? He discusses t... more

Dr. Sodergren, a practicing psychologist at Ruah Woods Psychological Services in Cincinnati, delivers a talk entitled “Integrating Body and Soul: Principles for a Catholic Approach to Gender Dysphoria.” Dr. Sodergren is an active member of the Cathol... more

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Recent Guests

Andrew Sodergren
Clinical psychologist with Theology Master's degree; presenter of the talk
Ruah Woods Psychological Services; author/editor on psychology of gender identity
Episode: Episode 19: Andrew Sodergren, A Catholic Approach to Gender Dysphoria
Matthew Ramage
Theologian and professor
Benedictine College
Episode: Episode 18: Matthew Ramage, The Theology of Pope Benedict on Creation
Laura Upenieks
Associate professor of sociology at Baylor University; PhD in sociology from University of Toronto
Baylor University
Episode: Episode 17: Laura Upenieks, Factors that Shape Views on Science and Faith
Stephen Barr
Physicist, Catholic scientist and author
Episode: Episode 16: Stephen Barr, Creation and the Big Bang
Peter Kilpatrick
President of the Catholic University of America
Catholic University of America
Episode: Episode 15: Peter Kilpatrick, Faith and Science in Catholic Higher Education
Dan Kuebler
Professor of biology
Franciscan University of Steubenville
Episode: Episode 10: Daniel Kuebler, Darwin and Doctrine
David Chiang
Associate professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, University of Notre Dame
University of Notre Dame
Episode: Episode 9: David Chiang, What Large Language Models Can or Can't Do
Martin Nowak
Professor of Mathematics and Biology at Harvard University
Harvard University
Episode: Episode 7: Martin Nowak, Does Mathematics Lead to God?
Kenneth Kemp
Emeritus professor of philosophy, University of St. Thomas, Saint Paul, Minnesota
University of St. Thomas
Episode: Episode 5: Kenneth Kemp, Human Origins and Humani generis

Hosts

Dan Keebler
Co-host and host with focus on science-faith dialogue; affiliated with the Society of Catholic Scientists.
Stephen Barr
Co-host and prominent physicist contributing expertise at the intersection of science and Catholic thought.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • A brand new podcast to reach seekers of Truth

    Congratulations to our brethren from The Society of Catholic Scientists on the launch of their podcast project. In less than ten years, the society has become an important resource for academicians and the general public, following the Church’s call for a New Evangelization.

    Looking forward to more content from the society, as it covers important topics and pursuits and the natural connection between faith and science. As a member of the Catholic Medical Association, I have met many colleagu... more

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    Dr. Félix A. Rodríguez
    United Statesa year ago

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A thoughtful resource for faith and science dialogue that respects both domains.
Encourages respectful, pastoral engagement with difficult topics.
Shows how rigorous science can sit comfortably within Catholic intellectual tradition.
Grounded, scholarly discussions with clear explanations for non-specialists.

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Episode 3: Jonathan Lunine Part 1, Planetary Science
Q: How did your Catholic faith influence your career and leadership within academia and public science outreach?
He explains that faith provided a sense of purpose beyond academia, motivated him to engage in science-and-faith discussions, and led to founding or joining Catholic science organizations and programs, shaping his mentorship and outreach.
Episode 3: Jonathan Lunine Part 1, Planetary Science
Q: What early experiences inspired you to pursue planetary science, astrophysics, or space exploration?
Lunine describes his childhood exposure to astronomy through museum visits, astronomy books, and early encounters with Voyager-era imagery, which solidified his interest in robotic exploration rather than human spaceflight.
Episode 4: Jonathan Lunine Part 2, Life Beyond Earth
Q: What instruments or missions could advance our search for life beyond Earth?
Missions with advanced, high-resolution mass spectrometers capable of detecting complex organics, observing plumes in ocean worlds like Enceladus and Europa, and eventually landers with chromatographs to assess chiral molecules would be key, along with future telescopes to characterize exoplanet atmospheres.
Episode 4: Jonathan Lunine Part 2, Life Beyond Earth
Q: How do we define life given Earth-based biochemistry is the only example we know?
Life on Earth is biochemically uniform (DNA/RNA with left-handed amino acids), so it is challenging to generalize to non-Earth chemistries; detecting alternate biochemistries would require looking for patterns in amino acids, their chirality, and environmental context rather than assuming Earth-like life.
Episode 4: Jonathan Lunine Part 2, Life Beyond Earth
Q: What is astrobiology and what does the discipline entail?
Astrobiology is the study of the origin, distribution, and future of life in the universe, focusing on how life began on Earth, how it evolved, and whether life exists elsewhere, including potential habitats like ocean worlds and methane-based environments.

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