Sword&Spade
Fiction & Audio Drama
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Episodes
- You Believe in Myths: David Russell Mosley on Myth, Fatherhood, and Classical Education
David Russell Mosley joins Jason Craig to discuss the Church's cultural heritage, aesthetic choices, and fatherhood. They explore classical education's role in preparing children for the future and the significance of a father's presence.
- What Aristotle Got Wrong About Work (and What Christ Set Right) w/ Jacob Imam
Jacob Imam joins Jason to discuss the College of St. Joseph the Worker's model of integrating intellectual and manual arts, contrasting ancient Greek views on labor with Christian perspectives, and addressing the modern crisis in American…
- Apologetics Without the Ego: Joe Heschmeyer on Winning Souls, Not Arguments
Joe Heschmeyer, a Catholic apologist, shares insights on the evolution and pitfalls of online apologetics with Jason Craig. They discuss the importance of winning souls over arguments, using Pascal's method for constructive dialogue, and a…
- The Gatekeepers of Culture: Gregory Wolfe on Literature, Faith, and the Books That Last
Gregory Wolfe, founder of Image journal and publisher of Slant Books, explores the landscape of contemporary Catholic literature. The episode examines the relationship between tradition and artistic newness, citing examples from literary h…
- Something Worth Worshiping: Ross Arlen Tieken on Paganism, Magic, and Conversion
Ross Arlen Tieken shares his conversion story, detailing his path from paganism and medieval studies to Catholicism, influenced by a childhood search for meaning and encounters with beauty.
- Taste, Formation, and the Perpetual Adolescent w/ Joshua Gibbs
Joshua Gibbs, author and director at the Ambrose School, shares insights on forming young people, drawing from his book and essay. The discussion covers the critical sophomore year, the effects of negative influences, the benefits of sex-s…
- Stop Critiquing, Start Building: Walker Larson on Marxism, Localism, and Cultural Restoration
Walker Larson joins the podcast to discuss cultural restoration, contrasting critique with building. The episode touches on Marxist influences in discourse, the principles of localism and medieval guilds, and the value of literature for fa…
- Beyond the Catholic Manosphere: Resentment, Self-Knowledge, and Real Masculinity w/ Sam Guzman
Sam Guzman, founder of The Catholic Gentleman, joins host Jason Craig to examine the Catholic Manosphere, its negative aspects like resentment and pseudo-wisdom, and the critical role of self-knowledge in genuine masculine development, dra…
- The Case for Reading in an Age of Noise w/ John Clarke
John Clarke and Jason Craig argue that reading is a spiritual necessity for men, akin to physical training. They explore the nature of literacy, the impact of books versus screens on the mind, and offer advice for sharing literary ideas.
- The Value of Catholic Imagination in Forming Young Men w/ Dr. Mark Adderley
Mark Adderley shares his conversion story, emphasizing the role of imagination and literature like Arthurian legends and C.S. Lewis in forming Catholic faith and virtue in young men. He also discusses methods for intentional fatherhood and…
- You Owe God: Justice, Tithing, and Catholic Culture w/ Dr. Jared Staudt
This episode of Sword&Spade features Dr. Jared Staudt discussing the virtue of religion as a component of justice, defining tithing as an act of worship rather than generosity, and examining the elements that foster faith in children, cont…
- Skipping College, Finding Vocation and Dignified Work
Cody and Sebastion detail their career paths in construction and framing, bypassing traditional college for skilled trades. They cover starting their company, Atlas, embracing their local community, and fostering a culture of craftsmanship…
- Beyond "Cranking Out Kids": A Conversation on Family Life w/ Joel Stroot
Joel Stroot, a permaculture farmer and dentist, discusses authentic Catholic living and family life with Jason. They explore the connection between nutrient-dense farming, health, and spiritual wellbeing, inspired by Joel's father's legacy.
- Digital Overreach: How to Protect Your Family in the Age of the Machine
Sean Tario and Jason Craig discuss the influence of tech giants and the importance of digital sovereignty. The episode covers protecting family privacy, understanding data usage, and building community to combat digital overreach.
- Guiding Children into Work, Wisdom, and Adulthood with Chad Rosamond
This episode features a conversation between Jason and Chad Rosamond about fatherhood, education, and guiding children into adulthood. They discuss the evolving role of fathers, the value of classical education and work, and preparing chil…
- From Airwaves to the Altar: A Hollywood Voice Actor’s Conversion to Catholicism
Voice actor John Oliver shares his conversion to Catholicism, his struggles with addiction and recovery, and his work on films about the American Revolution.
- Defending the Constitution Behind Enemy Lines: Fraternus Commander Rob Green Speaks Out
In this episode, Fraternus Commander Rob Green shares his experiences with COVID-19 mandates, focusing on conscience, faith, and family. He discusses standing firm against government pressure, the importance of fortitude for fathers and le…
- Libertarianism is Not Enough: Why We Need Laws that Favor Local Butchers
This Sword&Spade episode features Craig Taffaro discussing the difficulties small, community-based butcher shops face due to modern regulations. The conversation covers the intersection of tradition, law, and local business, highlighting t…
- The Restoration of Fraternity
Jason Craig and Trae Bailey discuss the meaning and necessity of Catholic brotherhood. They explore how fraternity shapes men's identities as sons, brothers, and fathers, and the importance of community in the life of the Church.