John Ruskin, the Victorian art critic and political thinker, is a seminal figure in the distributist tradition that the American Solidarity Party carries forward. We are delighted to bring you this lecture, given just two days ago, by Prof. Jim Spates of Hobart and William Smith Colleges. Prof. Spates encouraged questions throughout the lecture so it is delightfully interactive. (December 13, 2019)

WCAT Radio The Open Door (January 3, 2020)

The Open Door with Dr. Jim Hanink and FriendsSome history of the show: The Open Door, the longest running of the WCAT Radio shows, was established in October, 2016, by Lt. Colonel Albert E. Hughes (USAF Retired) holds an MS in Systems Management (with distinction) from the Air Force Institute of Technology, an MM in Pastoral Ministry from Seattle University (Jesuit). He is certified in Spiritual Direction by the Monastery of the Risen Christ in San Luis Obispo, CA. He is an accomplished retreat master and Catholic evangelist. A convert at mid-life from agnostic rationalism, he has taught scripture and conducted period retreats in parishes in Seattle, WA, Santa Maria, CA, and Corpus Christi, TX, for 25 years. Following Al's departure from the program, Jim Hanink and Matthew Bartko became the show hosts and continue the dialogue.