Uncommon Sense
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Synopsis
Uncommon Sense: The Podcast of the American Chesterton Society, where we talk about all things Chesterton from a Chestertonian perspective. Join the conversation!Feedback welcome: uncommonsensepodcast@gmail.com nancycbrown47@gmail.com
Episodes
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Having a Pint With David Bates: A C.S. Lewis Conversation
13/12/2022 Duration: 35minWe raise our glasses and enjoy a pint or two with David Bates, the host of the podcast dedicated to C.S. Lewis, Pints With Jack. We open the conversation about C.S. Lewis and ask the ultimate question, where does Chesterton fit in? All that and more on this episode! https://pintswithjack.com
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Forming Saints for a Brighter Future
06/12/2022 Duration: 38minThis week on Uncommon Sense, Dr. Eric DeMeuse, a Chesterton Schools Network Academic Dean, returns to the show to talk about all things Chesterton Academy. We get his take on the importance of forming saints for a brighter future and how a classical education modeled after G.K. Chesterton plays a role in that formation. It will be a truly educational experience! https://chestertonschoolsnetwork.org
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Chesterton With the Chaplain: An Interview With Fr. Spencer Howe
29/11/2022 Duration: 33minIn this episode of Uncommon Sense, Grettelyn and Albert talk with Fr. Spencer Howe, Pastor at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Minneapolis as well as Chaplain to the Society of G.K. Chesterton. They talk with Father Spencer about his early discovery of Chesterton, his own journey of faith and the importance of G.K. Chesterton’s spirituality.
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Star of Wonder: Our Advent 2022 Campaign
22/11/2022 Duration: 32minAdvent is almost upon us! Join Grettelyn and Albert as they take a sneak peek into the 2022 Advent Campaign for the Society of G.K. Chesterton. They talk about Chesterton's own thoughts on the importance of wonder as well as pick out a few of the reflections to discuss. Please enjoy this preparation for the coming Advent season as we ready ourselves for the coming of our saviour, Jesus Christ. To sign up for the campaign, please visit: chesterton.org/advent
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A Proper Friendship: Wisdom From G.K. Chesterton
15/11/2022 Duration: 37minIn this episode of Uncommon Sense, Grettelyn and Albert talk Chesterton and friendship. They will look at some of Chesterton's quotations on friendship and open them up for discussion. If you are feeling friendly, this a good episode to tune into. https://www.chesterton.org/quotations/friendship
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Headmaster Highlight, Dr. Joshua Russell
08/11/2022 Duration: 34minIn this epsiode of Uncommon Sense, we feature in our Headmaster Highlight, Dr. Joshua Russell, the Headmaster of Chesterton Academy of the Sacred Heart in Peoria, IL. We talk to this once commercial-pilot-turned-headmaster about what it's like to lead a Chesterton Academy. Dr. Russell also talks about the importance of music in the lives of the students. All that and more coming up in this episode.
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Talking Tolkien, With Joseph Pearce
01/11/2022 Duration: 30minIn this fantastical episode of Uncommon Sense, Grettelyn and Albert talk with author, Joseph Pearce about J.R.R. Tolkien and all things Middle Earth. They discuss the connections to Christ and Chesterton and much more. Tune in to this episode to hear all the details! https://jpearce.co
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A Fall 2022 Society Update With Dale Ahlqist
25/10/2022 Duration: 29minOn this episode of Uncommon Sense, Grettelyn and Albert catch up with Dale Ahlquist and get the latest updates for the Society of G.K. Chesterton as well as the Chesterton Schools Network. From celebrations to conferences, there is a lot going on and Dale fills in all the blanks. Tune in! https://www.chesterton.org/store/membership
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The Squires of The Society of G.K. Chesterton
18/10/2022 Duration: 24minIn this episode of Uncommon Sense, Grettelyn and Albert interview Gregory K. Martin, the founder of the Squires, a new part of the Society of G.K. Chesterton that involves teenagers in the mission to pray, read and support the mission of The Society with G.K. Chesterton as their guide. Tune in to this episode to hear this energetic youth who is paving the way for future Chestertonian youth.
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The Pursuit of Pilfered Cheese, A New Book by Haley Stewart
11/10/2022 Duration: 29minIn this episode of Uncommon Sense, Grettely and Albert interview Haley Stewart, an author who has released her first children's fiction story, entitled, The Pursuit of Pilfered Cheese. They talk with Haley about her inspiration for creating these wonderful characters that just happen to live under the floor of G.K. Chesterton's house. We find out more about Haley and her love of literature, all in this episode of Uncommon Sense. Tune in! The Pursuit of the Pilfered Cheese | Pauline Books and Media (paulinestore.com)
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The Important Work of the Society, With Brent Forrest
04/10/2022 Duration: 25minIn this episode, Grettelyn and Albert interview Brent Forrest, a long time member of the Society of G.K. Chesterton. They discuss with Brent his time of being a member and why the work of The Society is so needed in today's world. Tune in to hear more! https://chesterton.org/knights
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It's All About Community, With Joe Grabowski
27/09/2022 Duration: 32minIn this episode of Uncommon Sense, Grettelyn and Albert talk with Joe Grabowski, the new VP of Evangelization and Mission for the Society of G.K. Chesterton. They discuss with Joe the plans in store to help the community of Chestertonians that are engaged with The Society. Great things ahead! Tune in to find out more! https://chesterton.org https://chesterton.org/knights
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The Knight and His Queen, with Maria Romine
20/09/2022 Duration: 39minIn this episode Grettelyn and Albert talk with Maria Romine, the founder of Swords and Roses, a stage-combat show. They talk with Maria about the talk that she gave at the 41st Annual Chesterton Conference regarding Chesterton and Our Lady. That's all coming up in this episode. Nancy Brown's book, G.K. Chesterton and Our Lady: https://www.chesterton.org/store/product/g-k-chesterton-and-our-lady/
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Nancy Brown's New Book, G.K. Chesterton and Our Lady
13/09/2022 Duration: 39minIn this episode of Uncommon Sense, Grettelyn and Albert welcome back Nancy Brown to discuss her newest book, G.K. Chesterton and Our Lady. They discuss why the book was written and open up some of the writings on the inside. It is a wonderful insight into Chesterton's admiration of The Blessed Mother. The book is available at: G.K. Chesterton and Our Lady – Store | Society of Gilbert Keith Chesterton JOIN THE KNIGHTS!! Interested in Nancy's new book, Chesterton and Our Lady? Now through October 7, 2022, receive a free copy when you sign up to be a Knight of the Society of Gilbert Keith Chesterton. Learn more at chesterton.org/knights
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Pints With Chesterton Reviews the 41st Annual Chesterton Conference
06/09/2022 Duration: 40minFor this episode of Uncommon Sense, Grettelyn and Albert take a break to let the ladies from the Pints With Chesterton podcast lead the way with their own review from attending the 41st Annual Chesterton Conference that took place in Milwaukee, WI this past July 2022. Tune in!
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A Piece of Chalk
30/08/2022 Duration: 35minIn this episode of Uncommon Sense, Grettelyn and Albert discuss the Chesterton essay, A Piece of Chalk. They look at Chesterton's view on these small, colored artistic tools and how that unique view is so very important and relevant to all of us today. A Piece of Chalk-American Chesterton Society
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Chesterton is Going Digital
23/08/2022 Duration: 29minIn this episode Grettelyn and Albert talk with Michael Lavrisha, a volunteer who is using his talents and his love for Chesterton to work on a project that involves digitizing all of Chesterton's written works. Tune in!
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From the 41st Annual Chesterton Conference
09/08/2022 Duration: 17minIn this "not-so-live" episode, Albert and Grettelyn were in Milwaukee for the 41st Annual Chesterton Conference. They talked about their time at the conference, favorite talks, great people and much more. Tune in for this conference wrap-up on this edition of Uncommon Sense.
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41st Annual Chesterton Conference, The New Guy and The Veteran
26/07/2022 Duration: 34minIn this episode Albert will be asking Grettelyn all the "new guy" questions he can come up with about the upcoming 41st Annual Chesterton Conference. They'll talk about everything from keynotes to after glows. The new guy gets taught by the veteran on the is episode of Uncommon Sense.
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John Walker, The Man Who is Chesterton
19/07/2022 Duration: 29minJohn Walker, a professional actor, joins this episode of Uncommon Sense and talks about his own journey through Hollywood and how he eventually ended up taking up the role of playing G.K. Chesterton himself.