Thomism In (Almost) 1-Page Thomism (aka the philosophy of St. Thomas Aquinas) holds that the universe is made up of a hierarchy of diverse grades of being – from elements to plants to humans to angels – all of which are dependent upon the non-contingent absolute, self-subsistent being (God) who creates, sustains, and moves everything […]
Archives for July 2021
How to Know Right From Wrong (Moral Epistemology) w/ Dr. Brian Besong
Brian Besong returns to The Pat Flynn show to discuss moral epistemology (how to know right from wrong), making the case against moral skepticism and for traditional natural law. Brian is the author of Introduction to Ethics. How to Know Right From Wrong Related Episodes Dr. Brian Besong on Traditional Natural Law, Trolley Problems, and […]
Dan John on Being Brilliant at the Basics
Pat and Dan talk about why mastery is not moving away from the basics but deeper into them. Then questions from the audience on everything from best lifting footwear to why 2x20kg kettlebells are the ideal set. Support our sponsor Inverted Gear and get 15% off all kettlebells at http://www.invertedgear.com/discount/patflynn15 Dan John on Being Brilliant at […]
Can Someone Deny the Principle of Non-Contradiction?
Can Someone Deny the Principle of Non-Contradiction? Traditionally it has been understood that the principle of non-contradiction (i.e. that something cannot both be and not be under the same aspect; positively stated: that A is A, and not not-A) cannot be demonstrated directly but only defended indirectly by showing the consequences of its denial are […]
Does God Know He Is Not a Brain In a Vat?
Does God Know He Is Not a Brain In a Vat? There is the question of if and how God knows he is not a brain in a vat. The answer is yes, God knows that he is not a brain in a vat; however, the more interesting question is how. We can know God […]