The ThinkND Podcast
by ThinkND - University of Notre Dame
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The ThinkND Podcast brings Notre Dame to you and will inspire you to continue learning, thinking, and inquiring. Whether you missed a live event or want to learn on the go, the ThinkND Podcast has you covered, from Art and Science to Health and Religion.
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- Virtues & Vocations, Part 29: Responsibility · 1 h 1 minEpisode Topic: Responsibility Listen in for a conversation with Ryan Juskus, an assistant professor of the practice and faculty director of NDBridge at Notre Dame’s Institute for…
- Caminos: Stories of Hispanic Alumni, Part 3: Pioneers and Leaders · 1 h 22 minEpisode Topic: Pioneers and Leaders Are you seeking authentic mentorship and direction for your career journey? Connect with accomplished Notre Dame Hispanic alumni as they share…
- Restoring Reason, Beauty, and Trust in Architecture, Part 9: Why is the Classical So Essential for the Future of Humanity? · 1 h 19 minEpisode Topic: Why is the Classical So Essential for the Future of Humanity? Step into a realm where built environments echo your deepest human need for connection and belonging…
- On Catholic Imagination, Part 12: Flannery O'Connor at 99 · 1 h 23 minEpisode Topic: Flannery O'Connor at 99 Step into the complex world of Flannery O’Connor. You will find rare archival treasures, encounter profound insights on race and faith, and…
- Indigenous Voices, Part 11: Generations of Leadership · 20 minEpisode Topic: Generations of Leadership Step into a heartfelt father-daughter dialogue that bridges historic Potawatomi heritage with modern student leadership. Experience…
- Poverty Research From Every Angle, Episode, 3: Disease-Poverty Traps · 18 minEpisode Topic: Disease-Poverty Traps Notre Dame biologist Professor Jason Rohr takes us to West Africa to confront one of humankind’s most insidious feedback loops: the…
- The Christian Philosophy of Jacques Maritain, Part 9: Philosophy of Education · 12 minThanks for listening! The ThinkND Podcast is brought to you by ThinkND, the University of Notre Dame's online learning community. We connect you with videos, podcasts, articles…
- The Christian Philosophy of Jacques Maritain, Part 5: Natural Theology · 22 minEpisode Topic: Natural Theology Can reason alone lead us toward the divine? While modern thought often restricts rational thought, Jacques Maritain defends philosophy’s capacity…
- The Christian Philosophy of Jacques Maritain, Part 4: Metaphysics · 20 minEpisode Topic: Metaphysics What lies at the core of human experience and understanding? Many modern philosophical theories overlook the fundamental nature of existence, Jacques…
- The Christian Philosophy of Jacques Maritain, Part 12: Why Read Maritain Today? · 10 minThanks for listening! The ThinkND Podcast is brought to you by ThinkND, the University of Notre Dame's online learning community. We connect you with videos, podcasts, articles…
- The Christian Philosophy of Jacques Maritain, Part 11: Philosophy of History · 23 minThanks for listening! The ThinkND Podcast is brought to you by ThinkND, the University of Notre Dame's online learning community. We connect you with videos, podcasts, articles…
- The Christian Philosophy of Jacques Maritain, Part 6: Contributions to Revealed Theology · 21 minEpisode Topic: Contributions to Revealed Theology How can philosophy enrich our understanding of faith? Though primarily a philosopher, Jacques Maritain offered profound…
- The Christian Philosophy of Jacques Maritain, Part 10: Aesthetics · 17 minThanks for listening! The ThinkND Podcast is brought to you by ThinkND, the University of Notre Dame's online learning community. We connect you with videos, podcasts, articles…
- The Christian Philosophy of Jacques Maritain, Part 8: Political Philosophy · 15 minEpisode Topic: Political Philosophy What makes a society just? Prompted by world war and global turmoil, Jacques Maritain turned his attention to the structure of human…
- The Christian Philosophy of Jacques Maritain, Part 7: Moral Philosophy · 21 minEpisode Topic: Moral Philosophy How does our understanding of truth translate into living a good life? While secular perspectives can often view ethics as a set of rigid rules…
- FiresideND, Part 14: American Democracy and the 2026 Midterms · 1 h 2 minEpisode Topic: American Democracy and the 2026 Midterms Join us for an insightful and dynamic panel discussion on the upcoming 2026 midterm elections, featuring Chris Matthews…
- Letras Latinas, Part 27: A Conversation with Juan J. Morales · 1 h 7 minEpisode Topic: A Conversation with Juan J. Morales Immerse yourself in a deeply moving oral history interview with poet Juan J. Morales, hosted by Notre Dame graduate Misael…
- Revolutions of Hope, Part 14: Chornobyl Madonna · 1 h 0 minEpisode Topic: Chornobyl Madonna Craving fresh insight into monumental historical turning points? Step into a captivating journey through the Chornobyl fallout, where you witness…
- Democracy Talks, Part 1: Securing Democracy in Eastern Europe · 1 h 11 minEpisode Topic: Securing Democracy in Eastern Europe Ambassadors to the European Union, Romania, and Moldova join Keough School of Global Affairs Dean Mary Gallagher in a…
- The Christian Philosophy of Jacques Maritain, Part 3: Philosophy of Nature and Science · 19 minEpisode Topic: Epistemology How can we truly know and trust in what is real while we live through an age of skepticism? Long before modern critiques of the Enlightenment gained…
- The Christian Philosophy of Jacques Maritain, Part 2: Epistemology · 23 minEpisode Topic: Epistemology How can we truly know and trust in what is real while we live through an age of skepticism? Long before modern critiques of the Enlightenment gained…
- Democracy and Bridging the Rural-Urban Divide, Part 1: The Politics of the Rural-Urban Divide · 58 minEpisode Topic: The Politics of the Rural-Urban Divide Listen in to a dialogue between Jane Kleeb (Democratic Party Chair of Nebraska) and Mayor Mattie Parker (R- Fort Worth)…
- Virtues & Vocations, Part 28: The Honesty Crisis · 59 minEpisode Topic: The Honesty Crisis Listen in for a conversation with Wake Forest philosophy professor and author Christian Miller as he shares his inspiration to study honesty…
- On Catholic Imagination, Part 11: Making Films with a Catholic Imagination · 1 h 16 minEpisode Topic: Making Films with a Catholic Imagination Witness the profound synergy between faith and artistry in this vibrant panel. Grasp how elite creators translate…
- Caminos: Stories of Hispanic Alumni, Part 2: Success Stories · 45 minEpisode Topic: Success Stories Step into dynamic discussions with Notre Dame’s Hispanic alumni navigating complex professional transitions during Hispanic Heritage Month. Gain…
- Restoring Reason, Beauty, and Trust in Architecture, Part 28: The Legacy of Colin Rowe · 1 h 52 minEpisode Topic: The Legacy of Colin Rowe Envision a reality where streets foster genuine human connection. Navigate this profound dialogue to transform your perception of the…
- Our Universe Revealed, Part 13: Eclipses 101 · 54 minEpisode Topic: Eclipses 101 Forget memorized facts. Notre Dame astronomer Keith Davis breaks down celestial mechanics and solar eclipse safety into intuitive mental models…
- Literatures of Annihilation, Exile, and Resistance, Part 8: The Gifts of Movement · 1 h 22 minEpisode Topic: The Gifts of Movement Experience the visceral weight of displacement through these preeminent North African voices. You navigate complex intersections of identity…
- Poverty Research From Every Angle, Episode 2: Development Economics · 17 minEpisode Topic: Development Economics Notre Dame development economist Professor Rebecca Thornton opens a window into global-poverty solutions through the lens of rigorous field…
- The Christian Philosophy of Jacques Maritain, Part 1: The Life of Jacques Maritain · 18 minEpisode Topic: The Life of Jacques Maritain Dive into the unique life, background, and Catholic conversion of Jacques Maritain, his intellectual connection to his wife and…
- Revolutions of Hope, Part 13: Rock, Resistance, and Resilience · 1 h 13 minEpisode Topic: Rock, Resistance, and Resilience Can you hear the rhythm of resistance in a quiet university hall? Listen as Ukraine’s legendary rock icon, Slava Vakarchuk, shares…
- Letras Latinas, Part 26: A Conversation with heidi andrea restrepo rhodes · 48 minEpisode Topic: A Conversation with heidi andrea restrepo rhodes Listen in to a vibrant oral history interview with poet heidi andrea restrepo rhodes, conducted by Notre Dame…
- On Catholic Imagination, Part 10: I Have Called You Friends · 1 h 15 minEpisode Topic: I Have Called You Friends Ever felt your imagination crave a deeper sense of wonder? Step directly into a rich world where mythic landscapes awaken your soul and…
- Caminos: Stories of Hispanic Alumni, Part 1: Journeys · 1 h 13 minEpisode Topic: Journeys The Institute for Latino Studies along with the Hispanic Alumni of Notre Dame, and the Meruelo Family Center for Career Development present a panel…
- Restoring Reason, Beauty, and Trust in Architecture, Part 27: Urban Planning in Nazi Germany · 1 h 12 minEpisode Topic: Urban Planning in Nazi Germany How does the built environment reflect the soul of a regime? Listen in as Dr. Harald Bodenschatz discusses his 2025 award–winning…
- Virtues & Vocations, Part 27: Mattering · 1 h 0 minEpisode Topic: Mattering Listen in for a conversation with journalist and author Jennifer Wallace as she shares her career journey, her roots in education, and the powerful…
- Aquinas at 800, Part 17: Cognition · 1 h 42 minEpisode Topic: Cognition Can we perceive the spiritual realm with our physical minds? Listen in to a dialogue examining how the human intellect navigates its material limitations…
- Dialogues Across the Decades: Conversations with Balfour-Hesburgh Scholars Program Alumni, Part 5: New Frontiers · 1 h 20 minEpisode Topic: New Frontiers Have you ever felt the weight of potential meeting the warmth of home? You belong in a space where legacy transcends a mere title; it remains a…
- Poverty Research from Every Angle, Part 1: Migration · 16 minEpisode Topic: Migration In this episode, sociologist and demographer Professor Amy Hsin guides us to a critical junction in the fight against poverty: the profound intersection…
- Evidence Matters, Part 12: From Line Items to Impact · 59 minEpisode Topic: From Line Items to Impact Discover how local government leaders move beyond ad hoc evaluations to embed research, data, and evidence into everyday budget…
- Revolutions of Hope, Part 12: A History and Politics of Hope · 1 h 35 minEpisode Topic: A History and Politics of Hope In an era scarred by “human wrongs,” how does a nation sustain an indomitable spirit? This session explores Ukraine’s transformation…
- Letras Latinas, Part 25: A Conversation with Emma Trelles · 56 minEpisode Topic: A Conversation with Emma Trelles From Miami’s neon car culture to Santa Barbara’s mountain dreams, Poet Laureate Emma Trelles explores the “bones-deep” honesty of…
- Our Universe Revealed, Part 12: Why Does the Nobel Prize in Science Matter? · 1 h 7 minEpisode Topic: Why Does the Nobel Prize in Science Matter? Ever wonder how Nobel-winning science research affects your everyday life? Join faculty from the University of Notre…
- Virtues & Vocations, Part 26: Civic Virtue · 57 minEpisode Topic: Civic Virtue Rajiv Vinnakota is the President of the Institute for Citizens & Scholars, where the mission is to strengthen civic life in America by empowering…
- On Catholic Imagination, Part 9: Tongues of Men and Angels · 1 h 12 minEpisode Topic: Tongues of Men and Angels Discover "Tongues of Men and Angels," where Grammy-winning composer J.J. Wright ‘14 MSM, ‘17 DMA and poet Dana Gioia bridge high art and…
- Aquinas at 800, Part 16: Law & Morality · 1 h 31 minEpisode Topic: Law & Morality Does law reflect mere convention or objective reality? Marking 800 years of Thomas Aquinas, explore how his synthesis of law and morality provides a…
- Restoring Reason, Beauty, and Trust in Architecture, Part 26: Place Based Community Regeneration · 1 h 25 minEpisode Topic: Place Based Community Regeneration Join us as panelists discuss strategies for allocating limited funds (to be catalytic), attracting (the right kinds of)…
- Dialogues Across the Decades, Part 4: Being the Change · 1 h 5 minEpisode Topic: Being the Change Join Dr. Milo Dodson ’08 and a panel of intergenerational alumni, Dr. Dom (Dominic) Acri ’18, Savanna Morgan ’20, and Dominique DeMoe ’19, as they…
- Minding Scripture, Part 11: Religious Pluralism · 46 minEpisode Topic: Religious Pluralism (https://go.nd.edu/1c89af) Under the conditions of globalization, more religious people than ever find themselves in close contact with members…
- Our Universe Revealed, Part 11: Crafting Music & Synthesizing Sounds with Geometry · 54 minEpisode Topic: Crafting Music & Synthesizing Sounds with Geometry Have you ever wanted to create your own unique sounds but didn’t know how to start? Using basic geometry, it’s…
