Uncommon Sense - The Official Podcast of the Society of Gilbert Keith Chesterton
Society of G.K. ChestertonThe Podcast of the Society of Gilbert Keith Chesterton, where we talk about everything under the sun with a Chestertonian perspective, as well as the writings and legacy of G.K. Chesterton himself. The podcast is hosted by Grettelyn Darkey and Joe Grabowski. Want to give us feedback? Email podcast@chesterton.org.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 525 | Founded | 17 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EducationReligion & Spirituality | |||
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G.K. Chesterton spent his life writing about Our Lady, and the poems are still doing their work. Maria Romine, drama teacher at Chesterton Academy of St. Louis, traces her entry into the Catholic Church to a rosary handed to her in a gift shop, and h... more
G.K. Chesterton gave an entire quarter of What's Wrong with the World to what he called the mistake about the child, and his verdict was blunt: the schoolmaster works not for the parent but against him. In this solo back-to-school episode, Joe Grabow... more
On the feasts of Saints Monica and Augustine, Grettelyn Darkey and Joe Grabowski trace G.K. Chesterton's long road into the Catholic Church, beginning with his 1903 newspaper battle with Blatchford and McCabe and ending at the sacramental hesitation ... more
In 2016, Danish politician Ida Auken described the year 2030 as a happy place to live: no car, no house, no appliances, no privacy, and a living room lent out for business meetings whenever she steps away. Joe Grabowski and Grettelyn Darkey read Ida ... more
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Apple Podcasts5Bababaadabadddk
Canada3 months ago - Chesterton is always better with friends
And this podcast gathers friends around the globe to share about GKC, his renowned common sense and His passion and love for Jesus.
Apple Podcasts5miguelplah
United States2 years ago - Work on production quality
I enjoy the topics discussed, and often learn new things. However, the recorded volume requires that I put my volume all the way up and still struggle to hear some of the content.
Apple Podcasts5jmjradfordUnited States3 years ago - I.Q. = I Quit
A once edifying & invigorating podcast now gone to pot. Sad. If only “Uncommon Sense” had had more common sense.
Apple Podcasts1The S.K.P. MachineUnited States5 years ago - Insightful and compelling
A very fun listen that is engaging and hopeful
Apple Podcasts5P leaderUnited States5 years ago
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This show explores GK Chesterton and related Catholic thought through interviews, readings, and conversations anchored in Chesterton's ideas like distributism, faith in everyday life, and social critique. Episodes cover biographical angles (Chesterton's circles, Frances Chesterton, canonization discussions), literature and philosophy, education, and contemporary culture viewed through a Chestertonian lens. Notable strengths include a clear, conversational host duo, thoughtful guest selections, and a steadfast commitment to sharing Chesterton's relevance for modern readers and thinkers. Listeners can expect deep dives into philosophy, religion, and culture filtered by wit, pastoral humor, and practical insights for living out faith in a secu... more
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Recent guests on Uncommon Sense include:
1. Maria Romine
2. Ben Hatke
3. Landon Loftin
4. Nancy Brown
5. Holly Gyger Lee
6. Nick Bash
7. Joe Grabowski
8. Emily Stimpson Chapman
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