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The Optimistic Curmudgeon

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The Optimistic Curmudgeon is an interview podcast where Josh Herring interviews expert guests whose credentials and experience help listeners understand truth in a confusing world. We discuss issues under seven areas: economics, politics, education, philosophy, business, virtue, and leadership! May the best ideas win.

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C.R. Wiley of  @TheTheologyPugcast  explains who Tom Bombadil is. Wiley wrote In the House of Tom Bombadil with  @CanonPress , and that book opens a wide ranging conversation about masculinity, femininity, dominion, domination, dating, Adam, and the ... more

Joseph Holmes advances his theory of feminism in contemporary Hollywood: only women are allowed to be positive spiritual figures. Holmes argues that Hollywood has shifted from "men bad, women good" and the "religious or atheist" dichotomy to "men are... more

Dr. Josh Herring reflects on Season 8: The Re-Enchanting Inklings, drawing out connections between guests and suggesting what this season of The Optimistic Curmudgeon says about modernity, the Inklings, and our need to encounter reality.

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Annie Crawford explains Dr. Michael ward's theory of "donegality," and shows how reading The Silver Chair as C.S. Lewis's lunar novel helps explain the difference between Aslan's Country and the muddled world below. This conversation is largely based... more

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4.1 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
  • Helpful

    I enjoy the variety on the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    David B 89
    United States6 months ago
  • Blech.

    I have to say, "The Optimistic Curmudgeon" hosted by Josh Herring is one of the worst podcasts I've ever listened to. First off, the guy is totally full of himself. He spends so much time talking about how great he is and all the things he knows, it's like he thinks he's the smartest person in the world. Honestly, it's super annoying and kind of sad to listen to.

    The biggest problem with this podcast is how Herring is completely absorbed in his own little world. It's like he lives in a bubble w... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    WhibleyAlder1979
    United Statesa year ago
  • A gem of a podcast!

    Episode after episode of excellence. . . I’m hooked!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RebPettPgh
    United Statesa year ago
  • Appreciative of Thinkers

    This podcast is a breath of fresh air if you appreciate thinking and realize ideas have consequences. I loved the one with Dr. Jewel and the discussion of Russell Kirk and the Conservative Mind. Take a break from Joe Rogan and check this out.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MisterMattio
    United States4 years ago
  • Great podcast!

    Excellent show with thought-provoking conversations on the important issues of our time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FAHayek & Co.
    United States4 years ago

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