Jacob Buscher

Cutting The Gordian Knot

Religion EN ↓ 237 episodes

Lighthearted and informative commentary on theological, philosophical, societal, and economic topics all from a Catholic perspective.

Author

Jacob Buscher

Category

Religion

Podcast website

www.thegordianknot.org

Latest episode

Apr 21, 2026

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Episodes

“Build Baby Build!” With Dr Bryan Caplan 20.04.2024

His books are fantastic. You can find the one that we discussed right here: https://www.amazon.com/Build-Baby-Science-Housing-Regulation/dp/1952223415

Chatting with Pat Flynn about objections to theism 13.04.2024

Yet another long and rambling discussion covering the problem of evil, things like existential inertia, and various ideas we’ve been thinking about to tackle contemporary objections.

Reformed Theologian’s Favorite Verses……Backfiring 06.04.2024

Read the context guys….. So many of these famous passages backfire hard.

Is Universal Basic Income a Good Idea? 30.03.2024

Compared to what? In what circumstances? What are the pros and cons? All of these things we will be addressing.

The Question Protestants Can’t Answer 23.03.2024

I won’t leave you in suspense. The Question is, “What is the advantage of the New Covenant?”

St. Joseph: The Last Old Testament Patriarch 16.03.2024

In the last 2000 years, interest in Saint Joseph has steadily risen. Today he stands as one of the most honored and respected saints.

What they didn’t tell you about the Least Read Book of the Bible 09.03.2024

And the mailbag is back and better than ever! Email me at thegordianknot101@gmail.com

A Catholic Approach to Anxiety & Depression with Gary Capone 02.03.2024

Gary knows his topic from the inside and shares his story in addition to a number of great insights that we can all benefit from. His website is: https://eucharisticvirtue.com and he is open to speak at events.

Fr. Sirico on Free-Markets and Catholic Social Teaching 24.02.2024

Fr. Sirico is the cofounder of the Acton institute https://www.acton.org which you all ought to explore. We talking about the links between economics and the Faith.

Plato and The Death-Ponies (minor prophet series) 18.02.2024

Today we compare Zechariah and Plato’s dialogue on laws. And the mail bag returns.

A Free Market Building & Zoning Scheme 10.02.2024

Not only does the mailbag return but we talk about the horror that is the current regulatory environment and how to fix it.

Where are you God? The Problem of Divine Hiddeness 03.02.2024

This is a more contemporary objection which falls under the overall umbrella of the problem of evil. It has real persuasive power, and it’s been felt by most everyone. Email me anytime at thegordianknot101@gmail.com

8 Religious orders I wish existed 27.01.2024

The mail bag returns, and I have a few comments about last episode.

Hell, Hope, and The Pope 20.01.2024

Pope Francis said things again…is an Empty Hell possible?

Ben Shapiro versus Alex O’Connor a review 13.01.2024

Ben Shapiro recently had a clip of his conversation with atheist, Alex O’Connor also called the cosmic skeptic. They discussed free will. I’ll be commenting on that discussion in this episode.

The 8 Levels of Charity by Maimonides 06.01.2024

We cruze through a couple chapters in his commentary on the Torah’s alms giving laws. Email me anytime about anything at thegordianknot101@gmail.com

How Not to Make a New Years Resolution 30.12.2023

Using a verse in Proverbs as our guide, along with a section from Aristotle’s ethics, we will learn how, and how and how not to make a good New Year’s resolution. Email me at: thegordianknot101@gmail.com

“The Case For Shareholder Capitalism” with David McLean 23.12.2023

David just wrote an awesome new book which you can find right here: https://www.amazon.com/Case-Shareholder-Capitalism-Pursuit-Benefits-ebook/dp/B0CPS5D4NN we discussed how the world is a better place with shareholder capitalism instead of stakeholder capitalism

Rebroadcast: Is Christmas Pagan? 22.12.2023

It’s always good to be reminded that this is in fact a Christian Holiday.

What If Political Views Were Coherent? 16.12.2023

Many of today’s political ideologies are self contradictory. I present 2 Axes and 4 non-contradictory potential political categories that make more sense. (Email me any time at thegordianknot101@gmail.com.)

I’m Interviewed On The “4th Way” 09.12.2023

This is my favorite argument for God‘s existence. Noah, the host of the Socratic Method podcast. Launches a series of wonderful, objections, and sparks great conversation on this forgotten, and unloved argument that Thomas Aquinas presents for God.

Does Jordan Peterson believe in God? Pat Flynn and I discuss 02.12.2023

Jordan Peterson recently had an interview with Pierce Morgan. Pat and I reflect on what was said. Towards the end of the episode, discuss the various projects we are working on.

What they didn’t tell you about Jonah 25.11.2023

I found way more cool stuff than I expected digging into this epic book. The main sources are the Rashi commentary and St Jerome’s commentary on Jonah. Email me anytime With comments, questions, or anything else at thegordianknot101@gmail.com

Is It Wrong To Be Rich? 18.11.2023

Much nonsense is in the air surrounding this question. Today we crush the silly notion that it’s Wrong to be Rich. (Email me at thegordianknot101@gmail.com)

Jon Hartley: Making Real Estate Affordable 11.11.2023

Jon joins me to talk about building, zoning, and land use. We learn about some of the history, trade-offs, and current movements. His website is here: http://www.jonathanhartley.net check it out.

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