An Astrophysicist Explores the Science of the Bible | Hugh Ross Socrates in the City 2026-09-22 | An Astrophysicist Explores the Science of the Bible | Hugh Ross
The War for Middle-earth | Joseph Loconte Socrates in the City 2025-10-02 | "Evil labors with vast power and perpetual success – in vain: preparing always only the soil for unexpected good to sprout in." —J.R.R. TolkienWhat does it mean to cling to truth, beauty, and goodness in the shadow of history’s darkest hours? Can goodness truly spring forth from evil? These questions lie at the heart of this Socrates in the City conversation with historian Joseph Loconte.The discussion focuses on J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis, two literary giants who wrote their masterpieces in the aftermath of World War II. In his latest book, The War for Middle-earth: J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis Confront the Gathering Storm, 1933–1945, Loconte—together with SITC host Eric Metaxas—traces how the devastation of World War II shaped both the friendship and the imaginations of C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien, inspiring them to create works that continue to illuminate the battle between good and evil.This episode of Socrates in the City is brought to you by Cornerstone University. Cornerstone University students are not only tomorrow's Christian influencers; they are today's Christian leaders. Prepare for your God-given calling with 65+ accredited market-ready degree programs from associate to doctorate offered online and on campus in the vibrant city of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Join us in boldly influencing the world for Jesus Christ at cornerstone.edu.Subscribe to Socrates in the Cityyoutube.com/@socratesinthecity?sub_confirmation=1Interested in attending a Socrates in the City event? Sign up for our newsletter: socratesinthecity.com/sign-upFollow us on Instagram @socratesinthecity#tolkien #cslewis #war #socratesinthecity
What was Beowulfs Impact on Tolkien? Socrates in the City 2025-10-02 | How did both world wars impact the iconic works of Tolkien and Lewis? Socrates in the City host Eric Metaxas is joined by author and historian Joseph Loconte to discuss his newest book, The War for Middle-earth: J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis Confront the Gathering Storm, 1933–1945. Throughout this book and conversation, the looming threat of war is revealed, Tolkien and Lewis's friendship as a force for creativity and honesty, and the enduring impact of timeless stories.
Could England Fall? | Tolkien, Lewis, and War | Joseph Loconte Socrates in the City 2025-09-30 | How did both world wars impact the iconic works of Tolkien and Lewis? Socrates in the City host Eric Metaxas is joined by author and historian Joseph Loconte to discuss his newest book, The War for Middle-earth: J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis Confront the Gathering Storm, 1933–1945. Throughout this book and conversation, the looming threat of war is revealed, Tolkien and Lewis's friendship as a force for creativity and honesty, and the surprising influence behind Lewis's The Screwtape Letters. Subscribe to Socrates in the Cityyoutube.com/@socratesinthecity?sub_confirmation=1Interested in attending a Socrates in the City event? Sign up for our newsletter: socratesinthecity.com/sign-upFollow us on Instagram @socratesinthecity#tolkien #cslewis #war #socratesinthecity
Where did CS Lewis Find the Idea for The Screwtape Letters? Socrates in the City 2025-09-30 | How did both world wars impact the iconic works of Tolkien and Lewis? Socrates in the City host Eric Metaxas is joined by author and historian Joseph Loconte to discuss his newest book, The War for Middle-earth: J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis Confront the Gathering Storm, 1933–1945. Throughout this book and conversation, the looming threat of war is revealed, Tolkien and Lewis's friendship as a force for creativity and honesty, and the surprising influence behind Lewis's The Screwtape Letters.
Tolkien and Lewis: Myth as a Vehicle for Truth | Louis Markos and Holly Ordway Socrates in the City 2025-09-25 | How often do you use your imagination? In our newest program, Socrates Dialogues, authors and professors Louis Markos and Holly Ordway discuss the enduring friendship between C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien and their most famous works, The Chronicles of Narnia and The Lord of The Rings. They discuss how the two balanced their disagreements while maintaining respect and a close bond, the mythical worlds they created, the fight between good and evil, and ultimately, the importance of imagination through reason.Subscribe to Socrates in the Cityyoutube.com/@socratesinthecity?sub_confirmation=1Interested in attending a Socrates in the City event? Sign up for our newsletter: socratesinthecity.com/sign-upFollow us on Instagram @socratesinthecity#tolkien #cslewis #evil #socratesinthecity
Tolkien and Lewis Explain Why There is Absolute Good, but Never Absolute Evil Socrates in the City 2025-09-23 | How often do you use your imagination? In our newest program, Socrates Dialogues, authors and professors Louis Markos and Holly Ordway discuss the enduring friendship between C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien and their most famous works, The Chronicles of Narnia and The Lord of The Rings. They discuss how the two balanced their disagreements while maintaining respect and a close bond, the mythical worlds they created, the fight between good and evil, and ultimately, the importance of imagination through reason.Subscribe to Socrates in the Cityyoutube.com/@socratesinthecity?sub_confirmation=1Interested in attending a Socrates in the City event? Sign up for our newsletter: socratesinthecity.com/sign-upFollow us on Instagram @socratesinthecity#tolkien #cslewis #evil #socratesinthecity
Why Math Points to God | Professor John Lennox Socrates in the City 2025-09-18 | In this Vintage Socrates in the City conversation, Oxford professor John Lennox joins Eric Metaxas to explore his fascination with mathematics and how, through it, he uncovered the surprising relationship between math, science, and faith. Lennox shares how his own journey was influenced by some of the greatest early mathematicians, like Galileo, Kepler, and Newton, and the faith each of these men possessed. They dive into atomic theory, materialism, and so much more! Watch the full interview with Professor Lennoxyoutu.be/gDjNv-ea56ESubscribe to Socrates in the Cityyoutube.com/@socratesinthecity?sub_confirmation=1Interested in attending a Socrates in the City event? Sign up for our newsletter: socratesinthecity.com/sign-upFollow us on Instagram @socratesinthecity#god #atheism #science #math #johnlennox #ericmetaxas #socratesinthecity
What is Happiness? | Arthur C. Brooks Socrates in the City 2025-09-12 | Subscribe to Socrates in the Cityyoutube.com/@socratesinthecity?sub_confirmation=1Interested in attending a Socrates in the City event? Sign up for our newsletter: socratesinthecity.com/sign-upFollow us on Instagram @socratesinthecity#ihappiness #arthurbrooks #socratesinthecity
How Can I Enjoy Life? Socrates in the City 2025-09-12 | What is Happiness? Socrates in the City host Eric Metaxas sits down with Dr. Arthur Brooks to discuss one of the most prevalent questions in our society: What is happiness? The question behind his newest book, The Happiness Files. Based on his long career and his lived experience as a Professor and scholar, Dr. Brooks shares not only what happiness is, but the deeper questions of love, loss, and meaning. Throughout this conversation, they explore the scientific theories of happiness, what challenges we face in modern society to achieving it, and Dr. Brook's signature game for his students, "What is my idol?"
Whats My Idol? | Money, Power, Pleasure, Honor | Arthur Brooks Socrates in the City 2025-09-09 | Subscribe to Socrates in the Cityyoutube.com/@socratesinthecity?sub_confirmation=1Interested in attending a Socrates in the City event? Sign up for our newsletter: socratesinthecity.com/sign-upFollow us on Instagram @socratesinthecity#idols #money #power #pleasure #honor #arthurbrooks #socratesinthecity
Tradition in a Time of Upheaval | Mary Harrington and Melanie Phillips | Socrates Dialogues Socrates in the City 2025-09-04 | Subscribe to Socrates in the Cityyoutube.com/@socratesinthecity?sub_confirmation=1Interested in attending a Socrates in the City event? Sign up for our newsletter: socratesinthecity.com/sign-upFollow us on Instagram @socratesinthecity#tradition #culturewar #socratesinthecity
What is the Role of History in Maintaining Tradition? Socrates in the City 2025-09-04 | What is the Role of History in Maintaining Tradition? In our newest program, Socrates Dialogues, journalists and authors Melanie Phillips and Mary Harrington confront society’s uncritical embrace of the machine and its dehumanizing dependence on technology. Through their discussion, they delve into the societal shifts of our current day and the era of mass information and misinformation. They trace how our culture has grown susceptible to these forces, their appearance in society, their hope in waging a war against normativity, and so much more.
The Ideological War on Normativity | Mary Harrington and Melanie Phillips | Socrates Dialogues Socrates in the City 2025-09-02 | Watch the full episode of Socrates Dialogues with Mary Harrington and Melanie Phillips youtu.be/Y65Lh7R8DfgCan we destroy modernity without destroying humanity? In our newest program, Socrates Dialogues, journalists and authors Melanie Phillips and Mary Harrington confront society’s uncritical embrace of the machine and its dehumanizing dependence on technology. Through their discussion, they delve into the societal shifts of our current day and the era of mass information and misinformation. They trace how our culture has grown susceptible to these forces, their appearance in society, and their hope in waging a war against normativity.Subscribe to Socrates in the Cityyoutube.com/@socratesinthecity?sub_confirmation=1Interested in attending a Socrates in the City event? Sign up for our newsletter: socratesinthecity.com/sign-upFollow us on Instagram @socratesinthecity#normative #ideology #culturewar #socratesinthecity
What Do You Do Science With? Socrates in the City 2025-08-28 | In this Vintage Socrates in the City conversation, host Eric Metaxas and Oxford professor John Lennox explore the question, "Has science buried God or Atheism?" They discuss the fine-tuned universe, evolution, logic, history, and the legacy of Isaac Newton.
Why Science Buries Atheism, Not God | Professor John Lennox Socrates in the City 2025-08-28 | In this Vintage Socrates in the City conversation, host Eric Metaxas and Oxford professor John Lennox explore the question, "Has science buried God?" Dr. Lennox makes the case for why science buries atheism, not God, as argued by the New Atheists. They discuss the nuances of scientific thinking, the fine-tuned universe, and more! Watch the full 2019 interview with Professor Lennoxyoutu.be/wBio3y0RrbcSubscribe to Socrates in the Cityyoutube.com/@socratesinthecity?sub_confirmation=1Interested in attending a Socrates in the City event? Sign up for our newsletter: socratesinthecity.com/sign-upFollow us on Instagram @socratesinthecity#god #atheism #science #johnlennox #ericmetaxas #socratesinthecity
Is the Existence of God Provable? | Dr. William Lane Craig Socrates in the City 2025-08-21 | Can we prove the existence of God? In this Socrates in the City conversation, host Eric Metaxas speaks with William Lane Craig—Emeritus Research Professor of Philosophy at Talbot School of Theology, renowned Christian apologist, and one of today’s most influential philosophers. Drawing from his new book, Systematic Philosophical Theology, and more than four decades of experience and research, Craig examines some of the most pressing questions at the crossroads of Christian doctrine and contemporary analytic philosophy. Together, they explore Dr. Craig’s long history of leading apologetic studies, the historical roots of Adam and Eve, the role of Neanderthals in the human story, humanity’s earliest traces of civilization, and how science and faith meet in many surprising ways.Subscribe to Socrates in the Cityyoutube.com/@socratesinthecity?sub_confirmation=1Interested in attending a Socrates in the City event? Sign up for our newsletter: socratesinthecity.com/sign-upFollow us on Instagram @socratesinthecity#god #williamlanecraig #ericmetaxas #socratesinthecity
What is the Historic Case for Adam and Eve? Socrates in the City 2025-08-21 | Socrates in the City host, Eric Metaxas sits down with Dr. William Lane Craig, Emeritus Research Professor of Philosophy at Talbot School of Theology, leading Christian apologist, and one of today’s most influential philosophers, to delve into the historical roots of Adam and Eve, their possible connection to Neanderthals, and humanity’s earliest traces of civilization.
What are some of the earliest records of humanity? Socrates in the City 2025-08-20 | What are some of the earliest records of humanity? In this Socrates in the City conversation, host Eric Metaxas sits down with William Lane Craig, Emeritus Research Professor of Philosophy at Talbot School of Theology, leading Christian apologist, and one of today’s most influential philosophers. Drawing from his new book, Systematic Philosophical Theology, Craig explores pressing questions at the intersection of Christian doctrine and contemporary analytic philosophy, the fruit of more than four decades of research. Together, they delve into the historical roots of Adam and Eve, their possible connection to Neanderthals, and humanity’s earliest traces of civilization.
How Long Ago did Adam and Eve Live? | Dr. William Lane Craig Socrates in the City 2025-08-19 | Eric Metaxas sits down with Dr. William Lane Craig, Emeritus Research Professor of Philosophy at Talbot School of Theology, leading Christian apologist, and one of today’s most influential philosophers, to delve into the historical roots of Adam and Eve, their possible connection to Neanderthals, and humanity’s earliest traces of civilization.Subscribe to Socrates in the Cityyoutube.com/@socratesinthecity?sub_confirmation=1Interested in attending a Socrates in the City event? Sign up for our newsletter: socratesinthecity.com/sign-upFollow us on Instagram @socratesinthecity#creation #adamandeve #williamlanecraig #ericmetaxas #socratesinthecity
Why is Gen Z Angry? Socrates in the City 2025-08-18 | How did Socialism become mainstream in New York City? In this timely and insightful conversation, Socrates in the City host Eric Metaxas speaks with NYC-based journalist Olivia Reingold about her coverage of the 2026 NYC Mayoral race's front runner, Zohran Mamdani. Reingold unpacks the shifting tide in the political and economic thought of Gen Z, and how that has led Mamdani to have an early lead.
What Does it Mean to be Human? Socrates in the City 2025-08-18 | "When we change and disrupt ourselves, we may no longer fit into the world in which we've been brought forth."—William HurlbutAs advances in biotechnology make it possible to slow the appearance of aging, enhance cognitive function, increase athleticism, and altogether reengineer aspects of our biology, Dr. William Hurlbut asks us to consider not just what we can do — but what we should do. What are the consequences of human intervention in nature’s design? If we change one part of the system, what else will we inevitably change?
What Was Abraham Lincolns Bold Move? Socrates in the City 2025-08-17 | Is there an innate human knowledge of Truth? Socrates in the City host Eric Metaxas sits down with Robert P. George, Princeton University Professor of Jurisprudence and Director of the James Madison Program, to discuss his new book, Seeking Truth and Speaking Truth. Their conversation delves into the nature of humanity, and the universal desire to seek and understand Truth, as clearly highlighted by Abraham Lincoln.
Can Science and Magic be Twins? Socrates in the City 2025-08-15 | Could Science and Magic be twins? Drawing on C.S. Lewis’s insights, John West's fascinating analysis reveals how scientism (the idea that science is the best way to determine what is true) can become a kind of modern superstition in our newest release of The Question Of: Scientism.
What is the Enduring Wisdom of A Christmas Carol? Socrates in the City 2025-08-14 | What is the timeless wisdom found in Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol"? Socrates in the City host Eric Metaxas sits down with Robert P. George, Princeton University Professor of Jurisprudence and Director of the James Madison Program, to discuss his new book, Seeking Truth and Speaking Truth. Their conversation delves into the nature of humanity, and the universal desire to seek and understand Truth, and the enduring wisdom of this beloved story.
We Need Free Speech the Way the Body Needs Oxygen to Survive | Professor Robert P. George Socrates in the City 2025-08-14 | Is there an innate human knowledge of Truth? Socrates in the City host Eric Metaxas sits down with Robert P. George, Princeton University Professor of Jurisprudence and Director of the James Madison Program, to discuss his new book, Seeking Truth and Speaking Truth. Their conversation delves into the nature of humanity, examining how our understanding of it influences our perception of truth, and the interplay between biblical perspectives, classical traditions, and modern philosophies. From moral contrasts to reflections on great philosophers, they examine belief, feeling, and the shared foundations of truth.Subscribe to Socrates in the Cityyoutube.com/@socratesinthecity?sub_confirmation=1Interested in attending a Socrates in the City event? Sign up for our newsletter: socratesinthecity.com/sign-upFollow us on Instagram @socratesinthecity
How do you rejoice in a world that is so full of evil and suffering? Socrates in the City 2025-08-13 | "How do you live in joy? How do you rejoice in a world that is so full of evil and suffering?" - Andrew KlavanThe Question Of is a new series by Socrates+ where Socrates in the City guests discuss often controversial, complex, and foundational topics that shape culture, science, and faith.Watch the full episode Edgar Award-winning author and DailyWire commentator Andrew Klavan who takes on the question of EVIL.
What is a Human Being? | Professor Robert P. George Socrates in the City 2025-08-12 | Is there an innate human knowledge of Truth? Socrates in the City host Eric Metaxas sits down with Robert P. George, Princeton University Professor of Jurisprudence and Director of the James Madison Program, to discuss his new book, Seeking Truth and Speaking Truth. Their conversation delves into the nature of humanity, examining how our understanding of it influences our perception of truth, and the interplay between biblical perspectives, classical traditions, and modern philosophies. From moral contrasts to reflections on great philosophers, they examine belief, feeling, and the shared foundations of truth.The full conversation will be available on Thursday, August 14th at 7pm ET. Subscribe to Socrates in the Cityyoutube.com/@socratesinthecity?sub_confirmation=1Interested in attending a Socrates in the City event? Sign up for our newsletter: socratesinthecity.com/sign-upFollow us on Instagram @socratesinthecity
The Camraderie of Seeking the Truth Socrates in the City 2025-08-12 | Is there an innate human knowledge of Truth? Socrates in the City host Eric Metaxas sits down with Robert P. George, Princeton University Professor of Jurisprudence and Director of the James Madison Program, to discuss his new book, Seeking Truth and Speaking Truth. Their conversation delves into the nature of humanity, and the universal desire to seek and understand Truth.
What Political Polarization Means for America | Olivia Reingold Socrates in the City 2025-08-07 | How did Socialism become mainstream in New York City? In this timely and insightful conversation, Socrates in the City host Eric Metaxas speaks with NYC-based journalist Olivia Reingold about her coverage of the 2026 NYC Mayoral race's front runner, Zohran Mamdani. Reingold unpacks the shifting tide in the political and economic thought of Gen Z, how Mamdani’s campaign—run almost entirely online—may become a blueprint for future digital-first political movements, and what a socialist mayor could signal for America's political future. Subscribe to Socrates in the Cityyoutube.com/@socratesinthecity?sub_confirmation=1Interested in attending a Socrates in the City event? Sign up for our newsletter: socratesinthecity.com/sign-upFollow us on Instagram @socratesinthecity #zohranmamdani #socialism #ericmetaxas #socratesinthecity
What Were 16,000 of Zohran Mamdanis Tweets About? Socrates in the City 2025-08-07 | How did Socialism become mainstream in New York City? In this timely and insightful conversation, Socrates in the City host Eric Metaxas speaks with NYC-based journalist Olivia Reingold about her coverage of the 2026 NYC Mayoral race's front runner, Zohran Mamdani. Reingold unpacks the shifting tide in the political and economic thought of Gen Z, how Mamdani’s campaign—run almost entirely online—may become a blueprint for future digital-first political movements, and what a socialist mayor could signal for America's political future.
Zohran: How Socialism Became Mainstream in NYC | Olivia Reingold Socrates in the City 2025-08-05 | How did Socialism become mainstream in New York City? In this timely and insightful conversation, Socrates in the City host Eric Metaxas speaks with NYC-based journalist Olivia Reingold about her coverage of the 2026 NYC Mayoral race's front runner, Zohran Mamdani. Reingold unpacks the shifting tide in the political and economic thought of Gen Z, how Mamdani’s campaign—run almost entirely online—may become a blueprint for future digital-first political movements, and what a socialist mayor could signal for America's political future. The full conversation will be available on Thursday, August 7th at 7pm ET. Subscribe to Socrates in the Cityyoutube.com/@socratesinthecity?sub_confirmation=1Interested in attending a Socrates in the City event? Sign up for our newsletter: socratesinthecity.com/sign-upFollow us on Instagram @socratesinthecity #zohranmamdani #socialism #ericmetaxas #socratesinthecity
What Does It Mean To Be Human? | The Question of Bioethics Socrates in the City 2025-07-31 | What does it mean to be human—and how far should we go in trying to change that?In this thought-provoking episode of The Question Of, Stanford bioethicist and NASA consultant Dr. William Hurlbut explores The Question of Bioethics. At the intersection of science, morality, and human identity, bioethics opens the door to some of the most urgent and profound questions of our age: Where did we come from? Where are we going? What is life for?As advances in biotechnology make it possible to alter the aging process, enhance cognitive function, and even reengineer aspects of our biology, Dr. Hurlbut asks us to consider not just what we can do—but what we should. What are the consequences of human intervention in nature’s design? If we change one part of the system, what else will we inevitably change?From the ethics of human enhancement to the deeper existential implications of technological progress, this conversation challenges viewers to think seriously about the future of our species—and the enduring mystery of what it means to be fully, truly human.Watch a full Socrates interview with Dr. Hurlbutyoutu.be/7-BwGDMQPiQSubscribe to Socrates in the Cityyoutube.com/@socratesinthecity?sub_confirmation=1Interested in attending a Socrates in the City event? Sign up for our newsletter: socratesinthecity.com/sign-upFollow us on Instagram @socratesinthecity #bioethics #science #williamhurlbut #socratesinthecity
Can Science Answer Everything? | The Question of Scientism Socrates in the City 2025-07-24 | Watch a full Socrates interview with John Westyoutu.be/g8bngAg3abUSubscribe to Socrates in the Cityyoutube.com/@socratesinthecity?sub_confirmation=1Interested in attending a Socrates in the City event? Sign up for our newsletter: socratesinthecity.com/sign-upFollow us on Instagram @socratesinthecity #scientism #science #johnwest #socratesinthecity
The Question of Evil | Andrew Klavan Socrates in the City 2025-07-17 | What is evil? Is it merely a social construct, a shadow cast by human psychology, or something far more real—and more terrifying? In this personal and philosophically rich episode, Crime Novelist Andrew Klavan explores the nature of evil as a rupture in love, a failure to recognize the divine image in others, and a refusal to see ourselves in them.He argues that evil is not just wrongdoing but a metaphysical disconnect from the love that binds human beings to one another and to God. At its most extreme—such as in murder—evil becomes the total erasure of another person’s inner experience, the denial that their life matters as much as your own.Klavan also probes our cultural obsession with evil—why it fascinates us, why it terrifies us, and why it forces us to confront the boundary between right and wrong. He suggests that this fascination arises from an inescapable moral instinct within us: the belief that we are meant to become someone better than we are, guided by a North Star that is, ultimately, God.And what of the age-old question: how can an all-good, all-powerful God permit evil? Rather than offering a tidy answer, Klavan reframes the question, suggesting that our yearning for justice—and our heartbreak in the face of suffering—are themselves signs pointing toward a moral order beyond this world.Watch a full Socrates interview with Andrew Klavanyoutu.be/l5foOVQ7CcoSubscribe to Socrates in the Cityyoutube.com/@socratesinthecity?sub_confirmation=1Interested in attending a Socrates in the City event? Sign up for our newsletter: socratesinthecity.com/sign-upFollow us on Instagram @socratesinthecity #evil #problemofevil #andrewklavan #socratesinthecity
Is it Rational to be Religious? | The Question of Belief Socrates in the City 2025-07-10 | “If there is a God, He is probably not out to get you.”—Ross DouthatIn this premiere episode of THE QUESTION OF—a bold new series from the creators of Socrates in the City—author and New York Times columnist Ross Douthat tackles The Question of Belief.This isn’t merely an exploration of whether belief in God is permissible or intellectually respectable. Douthat makes a far more provocative claim: that belief in God is not only reasonable, but may actually be rationally obligatory—something a thoughtful person should embrace, not just something they might consider.Drawing from philosophy, history, and the enduring power of religious experience, Douthat argues that human beings—marked by conscience, imagination, moral intuition, and longing—bear the unmistakable imprint of the divine. He challenges the modern assumption that faith is opposed to reason, making the case that reason itself points toward God.Rather than prescribing a specific doctrine, Douthat urges viewers to begin with the serious possibility that one of the world’s great theistic traditions is true—and to pursue that question with honesty and humility.The Question of Belief is a compelling call to reconsider the spiritual instincts we often suppress, and to recognize that belief in God may be the most rational response to reality itself.Watch a full Socrates interview with Ross Douthatyoutu.be/acAAVmtvtpISubscribe to Socrates in the Cityyoutube.com/@socratesinthecity?sub_confirmation=1Interested in attending a Socrates in the City event? Sign up for our newsletter: socratesinthecity.com/sign-upFollow us on Instagram @socratesinthecity #religion #belief #atheism #argumentforgod #socratesinthecity
Why Are People Less Religious? Socrates in the City 2025-07-10 | The Question Of is a new series by Socrates+ where Socrates in the City guests discuss often controversial, complex, and foundational topics that shape culture, science, and faith.The first four episodes will premiere on YouTube every Thursday at 7pm ET starting today!!
America: Unique Guilt or Unique Greatness? | Michael Medved Socrates in the City 2025-07-03 | Watch the full interview with Michael Medvedyoutu.be/-KZ9EsiLTG0Subscribe to Socrates in the Cityyoutube.com/@socratesinthecity?sub_confirmation=1Interested in attending a Socrates in the City event? Sign up for our newsletter: socratesinthecity.com/sign-upFollow us on Instagram @socratesinthecity #usa #georgewashington #michaelmedved #americanexceptionalism #ericmetaxas #socratesinthecity
Plato of Athens: A Life in Philosophy | Robin Waterfield Socrates in the City 2025-06-26 | What do we really know about Plato, the philosopher whose ideas have shaped Western thought for over two millennia? Drawing on Robin Waterfield’s recent biography, Plato of Athens, the author and classical scholar joins Socrates in the City host, Eric Metaxas, to explore the life, context, and enduring influence of Plato. Using Waterfield’s biography as a foundation, the discussion delves beyond the familiar image of Plato as Socrates’ devoted student to reveal a more complex and compelling figure: a political thinker, literary craftsman, and spiritual visionary whose work continues to challenge and inspire us today. They discuss the Academy and Plato’s Republic, the many myths surrounding his life, and the legacy Platonic thought in society.Subscribe to Socrates in the Cityyoutube.com/@socratesinthecity?sub_confirmation=1Interested in attending a Socrates in the City event? Sign up for our newsletter: socratesinthecity.com/sign-upFollow us on Instagram @socratesinthecity #plato #truth #socrates #philosophy #ancientphilosophy #ericmetaxas #socratesinthecity
Is Beauty in the Eye of the Beholder? Socrates in the City 2025-06-26 | Is beauty in the eye of the beholder? Socrates in the City host, Eric Metaxas was recently joined by Platonic scholar and author, Robin Waterfield to discuss his book Plato of Athens. They discuss the many myths and misconceptions about Plato's life, philosophy, and the enduring legacy of his work.
Religion and Truth in Platos Athens | Robin Waterfield Socrates in the City 2025-06-24 | Subscribe to Socrates in the Cityyoutube.com/@socratesinthecity?sub_confirmation=1Interested in attending a Socrates in the City event? Sign up for our newsletter: socratesinthecity.com/sign-upFollow us on Instagram @socratesinthecity #plato #truth #socrates #philosophy #ancientphilosophy #ericmetaxas #socratesinthecity
Is Atlantis Real? Socrates in the City 2025-06-24 | Was Atlantis a real place? Socrates in the City host, Eric Metaxas was recently joined by Platonic scholar and author, Robin Waterfield to discuss his book Plato of Athens. They discuss the many myths and misconceptions about Plato's life, philosophy, and the enduring legacy of his work.
How the Son of Sam Killer Found Christ Socrates in the City 2025-06-19 | What is evil—and can even the most depraved among us find redemption? In this profoundly moving conversation, Socrates in the City host Eric Metaxas sits down with Dr. Michael Caparelli, author of Monster Mirror, to explore the dark and sobering case of David Berkowitz—the notorious “Son of Sam” serial killer. Caparelli, who spent over 100 hours interviewing Berkowitz in prison, offers a rare glimpse into the mind of a man who once claimed to be possessed by the devil but now professes a deep Christian faith.Far more than a crime story, this episode is a theological and philosophical journey into the heart of darkness—and the possibility of divine redemption. The Question of Evil: Son of Sam challenges viewers to reconsider the limits of grace, and whether anyone is beyond the reach of God.Subscribe to Socrates in the Cityyoutube.com/@socratesinthecity?sub_confirmation=1Interested in attending a Socrates in the City event? Sign up for our newsletter: socratesinthecity.com/sign-upFollow us on Instagram @socratesinthecity #sonofsam #redemption #ericmetaxas #socratesinthecity
The Progressive Assault on the American Idea | Larry Arnn Socrates in the City 2025-06-12 | What is the relationship between the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution? Are these simply historical documents, or could they reflect something divinely inspired? In this conversation, Socrates in the City host Eric Metaxas sits down with Hillsdale College President Dr. Larry Arnn to explore the spiritual architecture of America's founding in his book, The Founder’s Key. Drawing from his deep scholarship, Dr. Arnn illuminates how the bold creativity behind the American experiment was rooted in timeless truths—and how its carefully crafted separation of powers reflects both human humility and a reverence for divine order.Subscribe to Socrates in the Cityyoutube.com/@socratesinthecity?sub_confirmation=1Interested in attending a Socrates in the City event? Sign up for our newsletter: socratesinthecity.com/sign-upFollow us on Instagram @socratesinthecity #hillsdale #larryarnn #ericmetaxas #socratesinthecity
Where is God in the Declaration of Independence? Socrates in the City 2025-06-12 | What is the relationship between the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution? Are these simply historical documents, or could they reflect something divinely inspired? In this conversation, Socrates in the City host Eric Metaxas sits down with Hillsdale College President Dr. Larry Arnn to explore the spiritual architecture of America's founding in his book, The Founder’s Key. Drawing from his deep scholarship, Dr. Arnn illuminates how the bold creativity behind the American experiment was rooted in timeless truths—and how its carefully crafted separation of powers reflects both human humility and a reverence for divine order.
Americas Founding Documents Make No Sense Without God | Larry Arnn Socrates in the City 2025-06-10 | What is the relationship between the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution? Are these simply historical documents, or could they reflect something divinely inspired? In this conversation, Socrates in the City host Eric Metaxas sits down with Hillsdale College President Dr. Larry Arnn to explore the spiritual architecture of America's founding in his book, The Founder’s Key. Drawing from his deep scholarship, Dr. Arnn illuminates how the bold creativity behind the American experiment was rooted in timeless truths—and how its carefully crafted separation of powers reflects both human humility and a reverence for divine order.Subscribe to Socrates in the Cityyoutube.com/@socratesinthecity?sub_confirmation=1Interested in attending a Socrates in the City event? Sign up for our newsletter: socratesinthecity.com/sign-upFollow us on Instagram @socratesinthecity #hillsdale #larryarnn #ericmetaxas #socratesinthecity
What is the Highest Human Experience? Socrates in the City 2025-06-10 | What is the highest ideal of human experience and Science? In this conversation, Socrates in the City host Eric Metaxas sits down with Hillsdale College President Dr. Larry Arnn to explore the spiritual architecture of America's founding in his book, The Founder’s Key. Drawing from his experience, Dr. Arnn illuminates how the bold creativity behind the American experiment was rooted in timeless truths shared with science, experience, and divinity.
Melanie Phillips: How Jews and Christians Built the West—and Why Only They Can Save It Socrates in the City 2025-06-05 | What are the Jewish and Christian foundations of Western society—and why do they matter today? In this insightful conversation, Socrates in the City host Eric Metaxas speaks with journalist and author Melanie Phillips about her newest book, The Builder’s Stone. Phillips explores Jewish identity, the history of Israel, and the spiritual roots that have shaped our culture. She also reflects on her career in journalism, the cost of truth-telling, and the common misconceptions that cloud our understanding of faith, history, and identity.Subscribe to Socrates in the Cityyoutube.com/@socratesinthecity?sub_confirmation=1Interested in attending a Socrates in the City event? Sign up for our newsletter: socratesinthecity.com/sign-upFollow us on Instagram @socratesinthecity #thewest #melaniephillips #ericmetaxas #socratesinthecity
What is the Jewish Source of Survival? Socrates in the City 2025-06-05 | How have the Jewish people continued to maintain resilience and hope? In this insightful conversation, Socrates in the City host Eric Metaxas speaks with journalist and author Melanie Phillips about her newest book, The Builder’s Stone. Phillips explores Jewish identity, the history of Israel, and the spiritual roots that have shaped our own western culture. She also reflects on her career in journalism, the cost of truth-telling, and the common misconceptions that cloud our understanding of faith, history, and identity.
What is Londonistan? Socrates in the City 2025-06-03 | What does the future of the United Kingdom look like? In this recent conversation, Socrates in the City host Eric Metaxas spoke with journalist and author Melanie Phillips about her newest book, The Builder’s Stone. Phillips explores Jewish identity, the history of Israel, and the spiritual roots that have shaped our culture. She also reflects on her career in journalism, the cost of truth-telling, and her previous works including Londonistan.
What is the West? | Melanie Phillips Socrates in the City 2025-06-03 | What are the Jewish and Christian foundations of Western society—and why do they matter today? In this insightful conversation, Socrates in the City host Eric Metaxas speaks with journalist and author Melanie Phillips about her newest book, The Builder’s Stone. Phillips explores Jewish identity, the history of Israel, and the spiritual roots that have shaped our culture. She also reflects on her career in journalism, the cost of truth-telling, and the common misconceptions that cloud our understanding of faith, history, and identity.Subscribe to Socrates in the Cityyoutube.com/@socratesinthecity?sub_confirmation=1Interested in attending a Socrates in the City event? Sign up for our newsletter: socratesinthecity.com/sign-upFollow us on Instagram @socratesinthecity #thewest #melaniephillips #ericmetaxas #socratesinthecity
