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The Lumen Christi Institute

The Lumen Christi Institute
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The Lumen Christi Institute for Catholic Thought was founded by Catholic scholars at the University of Chicago in 1997 to bring the light of Christ and the Catholic intellectual and spiritual tradition to the secular academy and the general public. On this station we make available our many lectures and programs, as well as interviews with visiting scholars. To support our work, visit www.lumenchr... more

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Marc DeGirolami, Darrell Miller, Judge Martha Pacold, Richard W. Garnett, and Samuel Bray on April 23, 2026 at the University of Chicago Law School. The American experiment depends on the people holding something in common. But what was once taken fo... more

Marc DeGirolami, Richard W. Garnett, and Jennifer Newsome Martin on April 22, 2026 at Jenner & Block Law. This American moment is one of alienation and dislocation. In personal relations, an “epidemic of loneliness” has emerged as in-person friendshi... more

David Cloutier on April 8, 2026 at Ruth Lake Country Club. In this lecture, David Cloutier traces the development of Catholic social teaching (CST) from Rerum Novarum through Quadragesimo Anno to Centesimus Annus and beyond. Through many papacies and... more

Scott Roniger on March 18, 2026 at Ruth Lake Country Club. In this lecture, Prof. Scott Roniger outlines the historical context that instigated the development of modern Catholic social doctrine during the pontificate of Pope Leo XIII (1878-1903). He... more

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Marc DeGirolami
Professor of Law, Catholic University of America
Catholic University of America
Episode: What Does Virtue Have to Do with the Law?
Richard W. Garnett
Professor of Law, University of Notre Dame and U.S. District Court judge (visiting)
University of Notre Dame; U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
Episode: What Does Virtue Have to Do with the Law?
Martha Pacold
Judge, U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
Episode: What Does Virtue Have to Do with the Law?
Darrell Miller
Professor of Law, University of Chicago
University of Chicago
Episode: What Does Virtue Have to Do with the Law?
Samuel Bray
Professor of Law, University of Chicago
University of Chicago
Episode: What Does Virtue Have to Do with the Law?
Scott Roniger
Lecturer at Loyola Marymount University
Loyola Marymount University
Episode: Wisdom and the Tranquility of Order: Reflections on Popes Leo XIII and XIV with Scott Roniger
Martin Shaw
Dr. Martin Shaw, University of Cambridge, storyteller and lecturer
University of Cambridge
Episode: The Birth of Ossian with Martin Shaw

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Martin Shaw
Speaker delivering a lecture; affiliated with Cambridge University.
Paul Minkowski
Lecturer at The Lumen Christi Institute; engages in philosophy and theology lectures.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • Best Catholic podcast

    Serious intellectual content with a real devotion for the faith. The Lumen Christi institute is a light in the modern world. I can’t speak highly of them enough.

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Mythopoetics and Faerie Stories: Theory and Practice of Mythmaking with Martin Shaw
Q: Do you think that kind of misses the point of stories?
Yes, because it's already demeaning, suggesting that you've immediately, you're immediately listening from the wrong part of your head.
Season Finale - Special Episode
Q: How would you summarize who Father Paul was to someone coming in from outside the community?
He was a faithful Jesuit priest who lived through turbulent times and embodied a deep intellectual and spiritual life.
Season Finale - Special Episode
Q: What do you think students today could gain from Father Paul's legacy and teaching?
Students can learn how to use their intellect toward spiritual ends through Father Paul's example.
Season Finale - Special Episode
Q: Were there any ways that you would say Fr. Paul's either directly or indirectly kind of impacted your priesthood or your own formation?
His unwavering faith was really impactful.
A History of the Impossible: Carlos Eire on They Flew
Q: What would happen if people start adding on to the functionalist approach in understanding these phenomena?
Eire suggests that the recognition of these supernatural occurrences could lead to a more nuanced understanding beyond mere functionalism, encouraging a serious investigation into spiritual experiences.

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A scholarly, theology-forward program that blends lecture-based explorations of Christian thought with myth, philosophy, and Catholic tradition. Episodes frequently feature university-level instructors and researchers discussing Augustine, St. Paul, the Gospels, Catholic miracles, and mythmaking, often anchored by a live storytelling or conversational format. The show stands out for its rigorous academic approach paired with accessible storytelling, inviting listeners to engage deeply with timeless questions about faith, truth, and community.

Listeners are likely drawn to serious, intellectually-curious discussions on Catholic thought, theology, and philosophy, with an interest in how ancient ideas illuminate modern life. The format's mix ... more

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