Tolkien, Philosophy, and Jokes w/ Dr Peter Kreeft

[@UriasThePious]

No lie, the best part of this conversation were the silences. Like, dang, just take a moment to appreciate wisdom. Slower pace is good. uncomfortable, but powerful.

[@jackkilgannon6924]

100% agree, both men seem so calm in each other’s presence having a real conversation

[@doradonovan885]

Exactly, this is something I work on, attentive silence with another, just enjoying their presence fighting the urge to cover the silence with speech...delightful

[@taylorbarrett384]

I think some of the silence from Matt was actually something different. Like when Dr. Kreeft said that God prevented CS Lewis from becoming Catholic. I think Matt more just kept quiet there. I don't think Matt understands, agrees, or appreciates Dr. Kreeft's ecumenical disposition or centrist leanings and ability to see the good in liberals and the bad in conservatives.

[@UriasThePious]

@@taylorbarrett384 bro, what happened to your FB? There were many silences. That might explain one.

[@John-tx8gs]

Has to be a Millennial comment. 😂

[@6williamson]

We are greatly indebted to this gentleman. Almost 45 years ago, Peter Kreeft came and gave a talk to 5 young adults forming a new catholic young adult group in Boston. We were totally embarrassed but he was totally gracious. The seed grew into 200 young adult members, led many to the religious life and we will never forget his contribution even after these many years.

[@rosiegirl2485]

Beautiful story! 💠

[@maryellenrose1764]

I went to a seminar once where Dr. Kreeft spoke. I attended Mass with him. So wonderful. I asked him what was his favorite CS Lewis book and he said Till we have faces.

[@stephenmenfi3554]

Yay

[@marabarnet6789]

I can see how he would have been able to touch their lives!

[@feeble_stirrings]

Man, he's sharper at 84 than I am in my forties. And fascinating to listen to!

[@danielemolteni]

Dr Peter Kreeft would be a great guest to the Jordan Peterson podcast also, would love to see that conversation, especially since they don’t know each other yet

[@Bungadin2845]

Absolutely

[@keith920718]

I was thinking the same thing.

[@TolkienStudy]

One step away with Bishop Barron

[@cbeaudry4646]

Peterson taught at Harvard for awhile, so they could have crossed paths in Boston academic circles.. But ya probably not

[@tazd594]

His last name means lobster in Dutch. It’s a sign

[@Ebradley2351]

Speaking as a BC grad, I was an agnostic when I walked into Peter Kreeft's "Philosophy of CS Lewis" my sophomore year, and I left a Christian. Two years later I was received into the Church, largely because of his influence. He was so gracious to me - I hounded him during his office hours for two years, and he was always like what he's like here - thoughtful, engaging, patient. And he was like that to everyone.

[@cbeaudry4646]

Current student: I almost took that class this semester. Then just after add-drop I read his book on Tolkien and realized my mistake

[@GB-jc8eo]

I love the pensive moments of silence, they are both smart enough to know that sometimes you must digest what has been discussed. It feels like a real conversation.

[@9011donslr]

Yes. People who are comfortable with silence and content with simply company is great

[@michaelphelan9441]

Wonderful And Smart Insight. Matt does best when he decreases and let’s the interviewee fill in much of the intentional silent moments.

[@GB-jc8eo]

@@michaelphelan9441 Agreed! And he is so good at doing that, he's genuinely humble

[@rachelwilson2487]

My favourite living philosopher chatting with my favourite KZbinr. Great conversation.

[@lisabelanger1066]

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[@lisabelanger1066]

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[@CatholicDwong]

Did you accidentally “butt type” a comment while your phone was in your pocket?

[@chetciancarelli144]

Discovered Professor Kreeft the day after 911 scanning the radio dial, and the host was discussing “Socratic logic” of all things. Read the book and that started the journey of saving my life. My only complaint is that he writes books faster than I could read them. God bless you Dr. Kreeft.

[@GPxNABrothers]

Absolute machine, unstoppable

[@calebklingerman7902]

“Catholic doctrine and discipline may be walls; but they are the walls of a playground.” -G.K.Chesterton. I totally get that feel from watching this conversation.

[@andresortiz6]

As long as Professor Kreeft can, please continue to have him on your show!

[@josefamaritza]

Ask him what he thinks of Henry Potter? Next time

[@andresortiz6]

@@josefamaritza professor Kreeft in other podcasts says he has no quarrels with Potter but it’s not Lord Of The Rings

[@michaelpeeler7030]

Hey Matt! My university’s chaplain is Father Jonathan Duncan, the South Carolinian priest who gave you the King James Bible in the story around 3:00. He’s glad to hear you’ve enjoyed it!

[@tsdrda]

We got to see him at a Franciscan conference on July 30 and 31. He is taking the month of August off of all social media. He must’ve pre-recorded all of these.

[@TommyAGAU]

"The Holy Spirit knows what He's doing. He doesn't make mistakes." Dr. Kreeft I love you, and those words are powerful in their Truth. Great interview

[@EugeniaB82]

Seeing Dr Peter Kreeft takes me back 20 years when I was dating my now husband. We use to go on long drives and listen to his talks in the car and talk about everything that came up. Good times 💙

[@neyetm5550]

awwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww

[@terrencelally2150]

I love how joyful Peter Kreeft’s face always is!

[@karinaangsan]

I have a soft spot for Dr. Kreeft because he reminds me of my favorite philosophy and political science professors, neither of which I knew was Catholic until I saw them at Mass! They taught me how to identify and propose valid, sound arguments (as well as how to identify the not so valid or sound ones), and I'm forever grateful to them because they taught me how to question my Catholic faith (as well as other religions) in a way that led me to dive deeper into the truth, goodness, and beauty that God offers us through his one holy, catholic and apostolic Church. Matt, thank you for inviting Dr. Kreeft back! May God bless you both and your families 🙏

[@ABB14-11]

Sounds like you had a really good education, cherish it :)

[@karinaangsan]

@@ABB14-11 Thank God I did 🙌

[@Dominick_Francione]

Mr. Kreeft is the first person I’ve ever heard mention the tragedy of Peter Jackson’s portrayal of Faramir. Faramir is one of the most interesting Men in The Lord of the Rings. That said, I love the Peter Jackson movies and I’m very grateful for his work.

[@rosiegirl2485]

I can listen to Dr. Peter Kreeft all day long! He makes everything so simple...either it's true...or it's not! Thank you Matt for these excellent interviews...with excellent quest! 💠

[@devora8135]

I've always hated parties ....so happy to have something in common with this brilliant man 🎉

[@KnowLoveServeHim]

This is what a conversation should be and sadly doesn’t (maybe almost ever) happen in society, friendships, family life, etc. Thank you, Matt and Peter, for having this profound and organic conversation. There are so many gems of wisdom in this, that I will probably go back and listen again. I may even start reading LOTR, you both sold it so well. My introverted, melancholic, and philosophical soul has gained so much satisfaction and peace from this conversation. Thank you.

[@alissonferreira2787]

The literary work 'Lord of the Rings' is one of the works of greatest Catholic symbolism ever written. It is a work that shows all of Tolkien's genius, as well as the robust spiritual support on which he mounted this literary work. Tolkien follows the influence led by the great icon Saint John Henry Newman of the Roman Catholic Church who is reborn in the United Kingdom, and soon after GK Chesterton. Excellent interview. Brotha Matt Fradd tries to put subtitles in Portuguese and Spanish languages. Don't forget brother Matt about the Portuguese and Spanish subtitles, dude. Our Lady of Mount Carmel pray for us.

[@eduardobarreira7959]

That’s it. Please, put the subtitles in Portuguese! 🙏🏻

[@arenelcolosal]

I loved this talk. I often get anxious when some speakers talk too fast. I cant keep with the train of thoughts. But hearing both of them talking so softly with pauses in between, made more impact on what they were saying and makes a more calm listening experience.

[@autumnangel8004]

I agree....everything is so fast nowadays!

[@alebeau4106]

This interview was one of the most fascinating I've ever seen. The man has such a remarkable brilliance, yet a tender humility. Often in the utterance a single word, he left a profound truth. God willing, I'm gonna read at least 10 books he recommends every Catholic read before death, and I'd like to read even one of his own. What a remarkable man and Catholic. I am a better person for having seen this interview.

[@McAfeeStudios]

Dr. Kreeft is a treasure. I've always been intrigued by Tolkien's Tom Bombadil. He reminds me of G.K. Chesterton's description of God as having "the eternal appetite of infancy". Tom reminds me of a young child at play; unconcerned with the formalities & ambitions of the adult world. The ring means nothing to Tom because he has not "sinned and grown old" and although he is "eldest," he is still "younger than we". Great chat, thanks for sharing.

[@gabriela6584]

I think the main reason I love this channel is that it has introduced me to such amazing people. I didn't know Trent Horn, Jason Evert, Fr Pine or Peter Kreeft. I caught myself smiling throughout the whole interview. Kreeft is a lovely man.

[@lynneshine6606]

Favorite LOTR quote "I wish it need not have happened in my time," said Frodo. "So do I." said Gandalf, "and so do all who live to see such times. But that is not for them to decide. All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to us."

[@tulganandvaldyavin6930]

I agree with you 💯!

[@dylanschweitzer18]

What a quote!

[@theunderdog6287]

Peter Kreeft is awesome. At 18, before going into college I would listen so many of his lectures on KZbin because he speaks and explains the faith so beautifully with great understanding. Thank you for having him on Mr. Fradd.

[@isaacmilos]

Strong work, Matt. This was loads better than your first interview with Kreeft. I only wish you would have let him pontificate on his love for Michael O’Brien. I literally threw my hands in the air when he said O’Brien was the Catholic author he’s been reading recently. I’d pay a lot of money to have a meal with Peter Kreeft & Michael O’Brien.

[@tolkienlewis6887]

I've only just discovered Michael O'Brien and am so happy I did. What a wonderful writer!

[@luciafernandez1360]

I’m stuck at 84 years old!!! This is another level of intellectual conversation. Thanks

[@spicymonkey13]

"There's a little good in the worst of us, and a little bad in the best of us." ...How true

[@MartySarmaidoff]

The fact that he stops and smiles after saying something unsatisfying is so telling. He's literally found the answers to his questions. The Answer. I'm not saying it translates. But when he drops one of his bombs on you that you need to have been listening for the past 20 years to understand, he just sits there and smile. Completely satisfied. He knows. Beyond the shadow of a doubt. It radiates out of him. It doesn't satisfy me because I won't be satisfied. Not yet. But prayer is powerful.

[@kendaldavis7648]

That was one of the most moving conversations I have ever heard. Thank you

[@ghrohrs2025]

I love your style, Matt. You're very thoughtful. You're obviously well read. You're a great listener. And, your patience is a gift, even to viewers. In this conversation, you provide comfortable, respectful space for Dr. Kreeft's thoughts. It's beautiful. You're our saving grace from the debauched world of Howard Stern. We needed decades to recover from his toxicity. Thank you for not abusing us with advertising. This is part of why I've subscribed. Genuine goodness deserves support.

[@karinaescobar2314]

Thank you for speaking on ADHD and introversion. I am a similar type. It’s always nice to meet wonderful people with similar struggles. It’s feels a little less lonely in what feels like an extroverts world.

[@irishmclass2042]

Professor Kreeft is so full of wisdom, a wonderful author, and knows how to keep a happy life with his happy wife! 😊

[@tjohnson200]

Kreeft hit the nail on the head with introverts. Great show.

[@MFTU268]

The best conversation ever! I agree with others. The silent moments were wonderful...unhurried and thoughtful. More please!!

[@williamarthur4801]

One of the best interview / chats I've heard. Truly wonderful.

[@jonathansmith4712]

I love that man. I’ve been reading his books since I was a teenager and they have changed my life.

[@sergiusjenkins3123]

Dr. Kreeft is 84 years old and so full of life. Amazing man.

[@bryanwirthlin4444]

I love this man. I need everything he's ever produced on a hard drive for my children.

[@Velakowitz]

Peter Kreeft is an absolute treasure to the church.

[@dequelen801]

Peter Kreeft is such a wise soul and a blessing.

[@tonyl3762]

While at college, I loved watching Kreeft lectures and debates on the ISI website/library, esp during lunch between classes.

[@OrionOodama]

Finally completed this marathon, and it is all worth the listening grind! :) As turns out (as shown by KZbin's algorithm), this is the second guesting of one Dr. Peter Kreeft, telling me there's another to grind with. Hopefully in slowly but surely fashion, I am able to deal with any of the channel's conversations' length by not getting overwhelmed and have foolish impression it is long and thus boring. It does not, moreso the contents are intellectually stimulating and no-nonsense which sadly the world is drifting away, citing social media as one if not the biggest culprit. Thanks again and into the next grind.

[@kellygardner5975]

It's 2 hours out of my life, but such well spent time. I never tire of learning about Tolkien and Lewis. I never get tired of the breadcrumbs they left behind to keep searching and keep learning. They motivate me to follow the mystery, dig deeper. Thanks for the nudge to dig , gentlemen.

[@amylynch1360]

This was such a joy to listen to. Dr. Kreeft is a treasure!

[@saviopolis91]

I will need to listen to this again and again. So much to capture.

[@maryjohaddad5070]

When I read a good book I find myself, savoring the last chapters, making it last.... this show was like that. I kept pausing and saving for later. Savoring..... I loved the pauses as well, slow moving, thoughtful . It is my first time hearing Dr Kreeft. One of Matt’s best shows! I just bought the new book Wisdom and Wonder, edited by Brandon Vogt. How Peter Kreeft Shaped the Next Generation of Catholics. Can’t wait to read it.

[@melissabrennan5791]

Yep introvert! Love small personal conversations. Tend to clam up in big groups. Love your show

[@cd6104]

This is an amazing conversation! Thank you! Matt, watching your old interviews and this show how much you have grown as an interviewer. Keep up the great work!

[@pintswithaquinas]

I appreciate that!

[@cd6104]

​@@pintswithaquinas the silence between comments is golden! Thank you, again!

[@Finnegan708]

Going to Adoration and Augustine's Confessions helped bring me back home to the Church.

[@tomlabooks3263]

I’m going to re-watch this and take notes. Really love Peter Kreeft, great conversation and great job Matt.

[@kf8286]

My favorite episode. Dr. Peter Kreeft is such an amazing man. I hope he lives to 100! God Bless!

[@JohnCampbell5650]

Had never heard Peter Kreeft before ... I am impressed. Some real gems for all Catholics to ponder: ‘the Holy Spirit does not make mistakes’, if the devil doesn’t exist Jesus is a fool’, ´the Gospel is the greatest joke said on the devil’, and it goes on. And at the end? Silence. Loved it.

[@karlasanchez5981]

This was the most amazing interview! I will listen to it again and again, not only for the absolute wisdom, but also for all the book references! Thank you both!

[@justinward3218]

It’s amazing to me how much Pints With Aquinas has changed and grown in the past 3.5 years Ive been listening. Admittedly I miss Emma’s old intro song, but now it sorta acts as a nostalgia trigger to take me back to when I first discovered Catholicism!

[@jomontales4678]

Thank you for having Dr. Peter Kreeft back! 💕

[@JamesUlliane]

Could you just interview him every 6 months or so? We could all use that

[@Sionare]

Man, what an interview. Thank you so much Matt. Such a wisdom from both of you. The jokes and the silences were special.

[@merecatholicity]

Truly delightful conversation.

[@egarza8815]

My two favorite people together!!!! AMAZING!!!! I learned a lot! once again, Thank you for such a wonderful talk!

[@alfredsams9059]

Matt is a very good interviewer. You feel you are there near him.its very personal rather than interviewers who are objective and aloof.hope he deals with more topics about the difficult of being christian in a world where christians are being persecuted, misunderstood.and villified

[@nickfrate4396]

Great interview with Dr. Kreeft. I loved the silence between topics.

[@FengShuibyJenScottsdale]

This was the most beautifully spent 2 hours. We are so blessed to have the teachings, humor, and wisdom of Peter Kreeft. Thank you for this!

[@rsmyth75]

Why isn’t everyone Catholic! So rewarding both physically and mentally!!! Its all been hashed out!!! And makes so much sense!!!

[@hammerheadms]

I could easily listen to Peter Kreeft for 2 more hours.

[@TheAuthorNook]

Beautiful conversation. I love the thoughtful, insightful questions, and the respectful pondering - not rushing to fill space. Such a rare quality in interviews.

[@bensieve9309]

And the last five minutes, I’m in tears. I needed to hear that line from Gandalf/kreeft again. I’m reading lotr for the third time. But that last part really helped me stay convicted in my faith.

[@jeanandre4023]

Thanks for posting this talk with Dr. Kreeft. He is one of my favorite Christian writers/apologists.

[@maryellenrose1764]

I continued what my mother did. She read LOTR the first year it was published in the USA. Now she’s gone. I had read it every year since I was in college.

[@js2702]

The BEST interview I’ve ever heard. Big brain Catholic love✝️✝️ Ave’Maria.

[@raymondtouthang1581]

I have watched this video more than 5 times. Every time I watched , I learn something new because the conversation is too deep you learn something new each time. Hoping for more episodes of Peter Kreeft in Pints with Aquinas. 🙂

[@christopheryoder8292]

One huge influence on Tolkien--particularly LOTR--that I rarely, if ever, see is Dante. It starts in the first chapter and continues through the book.

[@mauijttewaal]

Interesting... Do you know Charles Williams?

[@JamesSmith-ge2sg]

"The Passion of the Christ" is great.

[@The_Lord_Of_Confusion]

for those who love to listen to this man - go and get his lectures published for The Modern Scholar series, they are wonderful

[@DavidWilliams-xs7vx]

Most enjoyable! A true gentleman! He taught Dr Gregory Bottaro, now Catholic psychologist and author of the Mindful Catholic. He would also be great to interview on your show!

[@Tvoj_Prijatelj_Vili]

Wow... Just wow... Matt, honestly one the best podcasts you ever had. Wow... What a wonderful man dr. Peter Kreeft is. Wow...

[@chrismdev_]

38:45 is so well put❤ Kreeft is a treasure!

[@nikolabrnada1256]

what a kind soul he is and so full of wisdom and pure joy within! thank you both for this interview!

[@longbowman7462]

This is one of the best conversations I have ever listened to.

[@AJanae.]

Half way through and wow this is my favorite conversation. Great great great

[@RildoJrBrito]

Thank you Matt and Professor Kreeft. God blessed your lifes.

[@Christofascist_Hup]

Love the pauses. It’s like a temporary brain rewiring that results in the conveyance of meaning.

[@RumorHazi]

Matt, you guys absolutely knocked it out of the park with this one!! In a word, THANKS!

[@theradioattheendoftheworld4251]

This was such an enjoyable conversation to listen to. It reminded me of when I was 10 and I used to play chess with this 80 year old chap.

[@J_Chaucer]

I could listen to Matt and Peter Kreeft talk for hours

[@lengraymundo753]

Very enriching conversation . Transformative experience listening to Dr Peter Kreeft. Thank you to both of you. Truly in Silence , there is God 🌟

[@RealSeanithan]

Listening to Dr. Kreeft talk about the ideal day and how it could lead to a person thinking themselves a failure, and I think I've been thinking of the ideal day all wrong: my vision of an ideal day had no specifics at all, but was a series of concepts. That is, my ideal day involves spending time in prayer and Bible reading, doing some labor that will further the good of my family, and spending time with my wife and kids, both individually and collectively. The specifics don't matter, and they can be combined (maybe combine spending time with the whole family with prayer and Bible reading, and do a family devotion/Bible study.)

[@irishmclass2042]

Silence is golden. Let words sink into the brain for real impact.

[@Featherfinder]

Prof. Kreeft is sooo right about animals and heaven, I think. Yaaaay! I really needed this! :)

[@mauijttewaal]

Yet one should distinguish heaven and the new earth...

[@rachelzambrano6711]

Watching this for the first time. So so good. So much wisdom. What a great interview

[@devora8135]

So interesting to hear Mr Kreeft comments on there still being regular normal people in USA, and that the social media creates huge storms....just had a conversation today here in South Africa, about people wanting to emigrate from the corruption here in SA, to USA, and people ask if they aren't afraid of the craziness in the USA, and the reply was that this "craziness" is revved up by social media and that the USA is FULL of sensible people.....I watch News on the usa everyday and I'd swear it was completely falling apart. Sounds though, that it's not sure and there's hope.....not that hopeful for SA though 😑

[@erravi]

the US is on its way to becoming SA.

[@samueljones5421]

As a person who lives in West Virginia i say thank you sir lol not wrong either, big reason I love it here lol

[@cml2176]

I actually love the pauses in this conversation...it helped me digest what had been said--it is an excellent example of a non-hurried encounter and communio with another. Thank you for giving us a window into this conversation.

[@DewiiEsq]

Matt, you’ve really been producing some awesome content for us lately. Top notch discussions that have really facilitated growth in me at least. Thank you for doing this kind of stuff. It really helps me because I tend to learn and consume A LOT of my information through KZbin (for better or for worse lol).

[@briancullen9575]

I was blessed to take a couple of Dr. Kreeft’s courses, and once had the privilege of having lunch with him and Fr. Ron Tacelli with whom Kreeft wrote Handbook for Christian Apologetics.

[@stuksy4321]

I am enthused to read the LOTR listening to this. Nice program!

[@SJorgeRoc]

One of your best long form discussions

[@margaretabrahamson117]

This was an awesome visit! Thank you both!

[@wrenzoberranzan]

this is my favorite interview on this channel so far. genuinely appreciated this one so much.