Abigail Shrier questions the mental health industry in Bad Therapy: Why the Kids Aren't Growing Up. We discuss and try to see it from a Catholic approach.

This week, a brief look at Scott Cairns new book of poetry Lacunae. Scott offers some beautiful reflections on the natural world and the emptiness only God can fill.

In this episode we look at the new biography of Cardinal George- Glorifying Christ: The Life of Cardinal Francis E. George, O.M.I. by Michael Heinlein. It is well crafted and brings forth the spirit of this inspiring, holy man.

St. John Paul the Great was philosopher, mystic, priest, pope, and a playwright! The Jeweler's Shop is his famous play reflecting on the beauty and challenge of married love. Here our discussion serves as but an introduction to this profound work.

Never forget your history! In this episode we skim through two good books on American Catholic history: A Catholic Pilgrimage through American History by Kevin Schmiesing and American Pilgrimage: A Historical Journey through Catholic Life in a New World by Christopher Shannon.

How can love last? This and other deep questions about married love are pondered in the autobiographical love story A Severe Mercy. The author Sheldon Vanauken has much to offer us but this tale also includes the tough-love wisdom of C. S. Lewis.

The University of Mary is at it again with the sequel to the widely enjoyed From Christendom to Apostolic Mission, this time diving into, as titled, The Religion of the Day. We discuss the two works and try to unpack this timely reflection on the Catholic Church and the world.

In this episode we take on the prolific and best-selling author Agatha Christi. Why are we so captivated by mystery stories?