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Audio Archives
“Pro-Life Politics, Global Poverty and Barack Obama”Program: Frank Pastore ShowPlaytime: 17:44 July 29, 2008 Abstract:
Dr. Jay Richards discusses the attempt to redefine the term “pro-life” in such a way that a pro-abortion candidate can claim to be “pro-life” in spite of their support for abortion. Also covered is proposed legislation to "end poverty." 
“The Importance of Trade for the Developing World”Program: Vatican RadioGuest: Kishore Jayabalan Playtime: 01:37 July 23, 2008 Abstract:
Kishore Jayabalan talks about the attempts to re-start the stalled Doha Round of WTO talks.
“Should the US Nationalize the Oil Industry?”Program: Frank Pastore ShowGuest: Jay W. Richards Ph.D. Playtime: 18:03 June 19, 2008 Abstract:
Dr. Jay Richards, Acton's Director of Media, joins host Frank Pastore on KKLA in Los Angeles to discuss the recent proposal by some Democrat members of Congress to nationalize the US domestic oil industry in response to this year's spike in gasoline prices. 
“Religion in the Public Square”Program: Conversations with Carl ZylstraGuest: Rev. Robert A. Sirico Playtime: 48:31 June 3, 2008 Abstract:
How are believers to put their faith in action in political and policy discussions without being simply co-opted by various political interests? 
“John McCain and Climate Change”Program: AM 1460 WZNZGuest: Michael Miller Playtime: 18:52 May 20, 2008 Abstract:
Miller looks at whether or not McCain's "Cap and Trade" proposal is actually a market and whether or not it will actually work. In an interesting twist, the discussion also moves into an examination of whether or not modern environmentalism is pantheistic, and a discussion of the dangers of a moral system based on pantheism. 
“The Ethanol Fiasco”Program: The Bud Hedinger ShowGuest: Ray Nothstine Playtime: 13:15 May 13, 2008 Abstract:
Ray Nothstine joins host Bud Hedinger to discuss the unintended consequences of the federal government's decision to heavily promote and subsidize corn-based ethanol as an alternative to petroleum based fuels.
“An Earth Day Review of Global Warming”Program: Panhandle LiveGuest: Jay W. Richards Ph.D. Playtime: 18:56 April 22, 2008 Abstract:
Dr. Jay Richards, director of Acton Media, joins David Welch, host of WEPM-AM's Panhandle Live, to discuss the state of the debate over Global Warming. Dr. Richards discusses the scientific evidence that the Earth has warmed slightly over the last century, and comments on the controversy over whether the rise in temperature is primarily due to human activities or natural causes.
“Pope Benedict's Address to the United Nations”Program: Vatican RadioGuest: Kishore Jayabalan Playtime: 01:27 April 19, 2008 
“Is it Hot In Here? What Should Christians Think About Global Warming?”Program: Acton LecturesGuest: Jay W. Richards Ph.D. Playtime: 01:20:13 April 17, 2008 Abstract:
Dr. Richards explores the biblical foundations for our stewardship over the environment and its importance in the debate on Global Warming.
“A Look At The New Religious Left”Program: The Sandy Rios ShowGuest: Rev. Robert A. Sirico Playtime: 09:59 April 1, 2008 Abstract:
Rev. Robert A. Sirico, President of the Acton Institute, joins host Sandy Rios on WYLL in Chicago, Illinois to talk about his upcoming address on "The Rise (and Eventual Downfall) of the New Religious Left" at the University Club of Chicago. 
“Obama and Religion, Part I ”Program: Radio Free ActonGuest: Anthony B. Bradley & Ray Nothstine & Rev. Robert A. Sirico & Marc Vander Maas Playtime: 20:55 March 20, 2008 Abstract:
The Radio Free Acton crew takes on the controversy over the highly-publicized statements of Rev. Jeremiah Wright who served as pastor of Chicago's Trinity United Church of Christ and serves as a spiritual mentor to Presidential candidate Barack Obama.
“Rev. Sirico discusses Rise of Religious Left with Al Kresta”Program: Kresta in the AfternoonGuest: Rev. Robert A. Sirico Playtime: 24:49 March 14, 2008 Abstract:
Acton President Rev. Robert A. Sirico makes an appearance on Kresta in the Afternoon to discuss his Acton Lecture Series address, which was entitled "The Rise (And Eventual Downfall) of the New Religious Left." 
“The Rise (And Eventual Downfall) of the New Religious Left”Program: Acton InstituteGuest: Rev. Robert A. Sirico Playtime: 34:26 March 13, 2008 Abstract:
Rev. Sirico looks at a resurgent movement in religious circles to advance big government programs behind a so-called “social justice” agenda. The Religious Left has aligned with Big Labor, pacifist groups and liberal politicians to promote collectivist alternatives to the free market. Can anyone stop them?
“There Are No New Deadly Sins”Program: Maria Sanchez ShowGuest: Michael Miller Playtime: 12:48 March 12, 2008 Abstract:
Miller explained that the Vatican was not, in fact, adding to the list of mortal sins, but rather speaking about some new forms of social sin and their consequences, which can be exacerbated in an increasingly interconnected world.
“Tracking the Progress of Populorum Progressio”Program: Vatican RadioGuest: Michael Miller Playtime: 01:16 February 28, 2008 Abstract:
A Conference looking at international development assistance 40 years after the papal Encyclical Populorum Progressio is taking place this evening at Rome's Pontifical Regina Apostolorum University. 
“The Church and Economic Development”Program: Acton InstituteGuest: Fr. Thomas D. Williams Playtime: 26:00 February 28, 2008 Abstract:
It is a common misconception that the idea of progress is a thoroughly modern notion, fruit of the Enlightenment. Indeed, Enlightenment and post-Enlightenment writers who cherished the idea of progress did their best to arrogate to themselves the concept of progress as an idea that could only become possible after Western thought had thrown off the shackles of Christian dogma and classical cosmology. 
“Aid, Governance and Development”Program: Acton InstituteGuest: Philip Booth Playtime: 28:00 February 28, 2008 Abstract:
With regard to aid, the evidence seems to suggest that government-to-government aid probably has an impact that varies between doing a little good and doing much harm.
“Remembering Buckley and Contemplating Consumerist Religion”Program: Radio Free ActonGuest: Jordan Ballor & Joseph M. Knippenberg & Ray Nothstine & Rev. Robert A. Sirico & Marc Vander Maas Playtime: 22:20 February 27, 2008 Abstract:
On this edition of the podcast, we pause to remember the contributions of William F. Buckley to the Acton Institute and to the conservative movement as a whole. Professor Joseph Knippenberg from Oglethorp University then joins in to discuss the Pew Forum's newly released research on the American religious landscape. 
“Changes in Kosovo and Cuba”Program: Morning AirGuest: Samuel Gregg D.Phil. Playtime: 18:46 February 26, 2008 Abstract:
Dr. Samuel Gregg joins hosts Sean Herriott and Wendy Wiese on Relevant Radio's Morning Air to discuss the major recent changes on the international scene in both Kosovo and Cuba 
“Wealth, Work, and the Church”Program: Acton Lecture SeriesGuest: Glenn Sunshine Ph.D. Playtime: 58:04 February 15, 2008 Abstract:
In this lecture, delivered on Thursday, February 14, as the second installment of the 2008 Acton Lecture Series, Dr. Glenn Sunshine explores the biblical foundations of work and wealth creation in light of the history of the Church to find the proper balance between these competing ideas of the place of earthly riches in Christianity. 
“Improving Health Care”Program: The Bill Cunningham ShowGuest: Michael Miller Playtime: 10:14 February 11, 2008 Abstract:
Cunningham and Miller discuss the dangers inherent in turning over the intensely personal area over to the same organization that gives us institutions like the DMV and public works projects like the levees in New Orleans.
“Primary Education”Program: Radio Free ActonGuest: Anthony B. Bradley & Michael Miller & Ray Nothstine & Glenn Sunshine Ph.D. & Marc Vander Maas Playtime: 19:55 February 8, 2008 Abstract:
Super Tuesday has come and gone, and the GOP looks likely to have its nominee: Senator John McCain. Mike Huckabee is remaining in the race, but are his economic views hampering him in his effort to unite evangelicals? Barack Obama has inspired many with a campaign that is not afraid to use religious language and references, but how do Obama's beliefs translate into real-world action? You'll hear our take on these issues, plus a preview of Thursday's Acton Lecture Series event with Dr. Glenn Sunshine.
“Taking Power From The People”Program: Intelligent RadioGuest: Michael Miller Playtime: 17:11 February 7, 2008 Abstract:
Miller argues that while health care certainly is a moral good, taking individual choice and decision making out of the hands of health care consumers is not.
“Universal Health Care and Moral Principles”Program: Panhandle LiveGuest: Michael Miller Playtime: 16:54 February 7, 2008 Abstract:
Miller asserts that in places where the government provides universal, "free" health care, the costs of care quickly spiral out of control, and access to and quality of care is invariably degraded.
“Is Socialized Health Care a Good Idea?”Program: Bill Cunningham LiveGuest: Michael Miller Playtime: 12:53 February 5, 2008 Abstract:
Miller and Cunningham discuss the morality of access to health care and address the question of whether or not health care is a right.
“The Folly of Universal Health Care”Program: The Frank Pastore ShowGuest: Jay W. Richards Ph.D. Playtime: 17:35 February 1, 2008 Abstract:
Dr. Jay Richards discusses the plans of both Democratic Presidential candidates to create universal, government-run health care programs. Richards argues that while the current health care system does have problems, both Clinton and Obama's proposals for "free" health care would actually end up making health care less affordable and less available.
“Faith on Both Sides of the Aisle”Program: The Pulse with Leland ConwayGuest: Jay W. Richards Ph.D. Playtime: 10:23 February 4, 2008 Abstract:
Acton Research Fellow and director of Acton Media Jay Richards joins host Leland Conway to discuss the role of faith in the 2008 Republican and Democratic party presidential nomination races.
“A Post-Guiliani and Edwards Analysis of the 2008 Campaign”Program: The Meeting HouseGuest: Michael Miller Playtime: 22:16 January 31, 2008 Abstract:
Acton's Director of Programs Michael Miller joins host Bob Crittendon on The Meeting House to analyze the Republican and Democratic nominating contests for the 2008 presidential election.
“Happiness Without God?”Program: Radio Free ActonGuest: Jordan Ballor & John Couretas & Ray Nothstine & Marc Vander Maas Playtime: 13:37 January 28, 2008 Abstract:
The Radio Free Acton crew discusses whether or not a "rich and famous" lifestyle can produce true happiness, and concludes that money can't buy happiness. Indeed, a life lived in pursuit of nothing more than material gain will lead to emptiness; true happiness comes through a pursuit of a relationship with God, which gives meaning to the rest of life. 
“The Economic State of the Union”Program: As You ThinkGuest: Jordan Ballor Playtime: 10:00 January 28, 2008 Abstract:
Jordan Ballor discusses President Bush's final State of the Union speech, focusing especially on the moral questions of proposed federal tax rebates and long-term tax cuts. |
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