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The Paul Street Journal is a podcast all about Catholic social teaching on economics. We discuss everything from the economic principles laid out in scripture, to the economic questions that come up in our daily lives. This show will be your guide to making your own economic decisions with the heart of the Church. Hosted by Freddy Garcia and Brian Honsberger.
Producer: Joe Ginexi
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On this episode of The Paul Street Journal, Brian and Freddy dive into 'Antiqua et Nova,' a document drafted by the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith and the Dicastery for Culture and Education, presented to Pope Francis discussing the relationship between AI and human intelligence. Learn about the theological and philosophical distinctions between human and artificial intelligence, the socio-economic implications, and potential ethical concerns. Discover how AI might exacerbate inequal...
Welcome to The Paul Street Journal! In this episode, we discuss the recent election of Pope Leo XIV and why his leadership is crucial for addressing modern societal challenges. We dive into Catholic social teaching, drawing parallels between today's technological and economic shifts with those of the late 1800s. Learn why the name 'Leo' is significant and explore topics including technology, polarization, nationalism, and housing, all within the context of Catholic doctrine. Join us as we ant...
A cooperative (co-op) business is owned and operated by its members or workers, with profits shared among them. Unlike traditional businesses, co-ops are focused on meeting the needs of their members rather than generating profits for investors. In this episode of The Paul Street Journal, Brian and Freddy discuss how Catholic principles relate to the cooperative business model, some examples of co-ops, and what we can do to support businesses that utilize this model. Welcome to The Paul Str...
In this episode of the Paul Street Journal, we explore the unique economy of Vatican City State, a country that operates without levying taxes. Join us as we discuss how the Vatican is funded through various sources including donations, museum revenues, real estate, investments, and services. Learn about the role of Peter's Pence, the impact of commercial activities, and the surprising financial management challenges faced by the Vatican. Understand the distributed monarchy model and how it d...
Welcome to The Paul Street Journal, a show about Catholic social teaching on economics! The Paul Street Journal is a podcast all about Catholic social teaching on economics. We discuss everything from the economic principles laid out in scripture, to the economic questions that come up in our daily lives. This show will be your guide to making your own economic decisions with the heart of the Church. Hosted by Freddy Garcia and Brian Honsberger. Producer: Joe Ginexi St. Paul Inside the Wal...
🌟 In this episode, we explore the vital role small businesses play in understanding Catholic social teaching on economics. From Pope Leo XIII's Rerum Novarum to the principles of subsidiarity, distributism, and solidarity, we unpack how these teachings can guide consumer decisions in today's economy. 💡 Whether you’re a small business owner, a consumer, or someone seeking to live out Catholic principles in everyday life, this episode is for you! 🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe...
In this episode of The Paul Street Journal, we dive into a topic that might make you rethink your retirement portfolio: Why is it amoral and hypocritical to invest in index funds? Join us as we explore Catholic investing principles and discuss why blindly investing in broad-market index funds without discernment can conflict with Catholic social teaching. We examine the moral concerns of supporting companies that go against your values, even unintentionally, and provide alternative opt...
What are the Catholic principles on charitable giving? What does scripture say? What does the Church say? What does Canon Law say? Brian and Freddy answer all these questions and more on this episode of The Paul Street Journal. The Divine Economy: A Catholic Explanation of Tithing and Stewardship | https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-divine-economy-brian-g-honsberger/1140186342 Welcome to The Paul Street Journal, a show about Catholic social teaching on economics! The Paul Street Jo...
What roll does inheritance play in Catholic Social Teaching? Should every generation be forced to start from scratch, regardless of how wealthy their parents are? We answer these questions, and more, on this episode of The Paul Street Journal. Welcome to The Paul Street Journal, a show about Catholic social teaching on economics! The Paul Street Journal is a podcast all about Catholic social teaching on economics. We discuss everything from the economic principles laid out in scripture, to ...
Welcome to The Paul Street Journal, a podcast about Catholic social teaching on economics! The Paul Street Journal is a podcast all about Catholic social teaching on economics. We discuss everything from the economic principles laid out in scripture, to the economic questions that come up in our daily lives. This show will be your guide to making your own economic decisions with the heart of the Church. Hosted by Freddy Garcia and Brian Honsberger. Producer: Joe Ginexi St. Paul Inside the ...
Season 2 concludes with a conversation about Pope Francis reiterating the assertations of previous Popes and documents. Read Evangelii Gaudium here: https://www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/apost_exhortations/documents/papa-francesco_esortazione-ap_20131124_evangelii-gaudium.html Read Laudato si' here: https://www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/encyclicals/documents/papa-francesco_20150524_enciclica-laudato-si.html Read Fratelli Tutti here: https://www.vatican.va/content/franc...
Season 2 continues with a document from Pope Benedict XVI, Caritas in Veritate Read Caritas in Veritate here: https://www.vatican.va/content/benedict-xvi/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_ben-xvi_enc_20090629_caritas-in-veritate.html Welcome to The Paul Street Journal, a podcast about Catholic social teaching on economics! The Paul Street Journal is a podcast all about Catholic social teaching on economics. We discuss everything from the economic principles laid out in scripture, to the economi...
Season 2 continues with a document from Pope John Paul II: Centesimus Annus Read Centesimus Annus here: https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_jp-ii_enc_01051991_centesimus-annus.html Welcome to The Paul Street Journal, a podcast about Catholic social teaching on economics! The Paul Street Journal is a podcast all about Catholic social teaching on economics. We discuss everything from the economic principles laid out in scripture, to the economic questions...
Season 2 continues with a document from Pope John Paul II: Sollicitudo rei Socialis Sollicitudo rei Socialis: https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_jp-ii_enc_30121987_sollicitudo-rei-socialis.html Welcome to The Paul Street Journal, a podcast about Catholic social teaching on economics! The Paul Street Journal is a podcast all about Catholic social teaching on economics. We discuss everything from the economic principles laid out in scripture, to the econo...
Season 2 continues with two documents from Pope Paul VI: Populorum Progressio and Octogesima Adveniens Populorum Progressio: https://www.vatican.va/content/paul-vi/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_p-vi_enc_26031967_populorum.html Octogesima Adveniens: https://www.vatican.va/content/paul-vi/en/apost_letters/documents/hf_p-vi_apl_19710514_octogesima-adveniens.html Welcome to The Paul Street Journal, a podcast about Catholic social teaching on economics! The Paul Street Journal is a podcast all a...
Season 2 continues with the Pastoral Constitution from the Second Vatican Council, Gaudium et Spes. Documents from Second Vatican Council: https://www.vatican.va/archive/hist_councils/ii_vatican_council/index.htm Gaudium et Spes: https://www.vatican.va/archive/hist_councils/ii_vatican_council/documents/vat-ii_const_19651207_gaudium-et-spes_en.html Doctrine, Dogma, and Encyclicals | The Paul Street Journal | Special Episode: https://youtu.be/m7Q3hxuOgV4 Paterson Italians & the Cradle o...
We continue Season 2 of The Paul Street Journal by discussing our next encyclical, Mater et Magistra, by Pope John XIII. You can read Mater et Magistra here: https://www.vatican.va/content/john-xxiii/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_j-xxiii_enc_15051961_mater.html Welcome to The Paul Street Journal, a podcast about Catholic social teaching on economics! The Paul Street Journal is a podcast all about Catholic social teaching on economics. We discuss everything from the economic princ...
We continue Season 2 of The Paul Street Journal by taking a break little break from encyclicals to discuss a 1941 radio message from Pope Pius XII to all the children of the world. You can read the English translation of the radio address here: https://www.ibiblio.org/pha/policy/1941/1941-06-01a.html Welcome to The Paul Street Journal, a podcast about Catholic social teaching on economics! The Paul Street Journal is a podcast all about Catholic social teaching on economics. We discus...
We continues Season 2 of The Paul Street Journal by discussing our second encyclical, Quadragesimo Anno, written by Pope Pius XI. You can read Quadragesimo Anno here: https://www.vatican.va/content/pius-xi/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_p-xi_enc_19310515_quadragesimo-anno.html Welcome to The Paul Street Journal, a podcast about Catholic social teaching on economics! The Paul Street Journal is a podcast all about Catholic social teaching on economics. We discuss everything from the econo...
We begin Season 2 of The Paul Street Journal with Brian and Freddy discussing Pope Leo XIII, and his encyclical on capital and labor, Rerum Novarum. You can read Rerum Novarum here: https://www.vatican.va/content/leo-xiii/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_l-xiii_enc_15051891_rerum-novarum.html Welcome to The Paul Street Journal, a podcast about Catholic social teaching on economics! We discuss everything from the economic principles laid out in scripture, to the economic questions that come up ...
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