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Steven Dunn
A podcast for subjects relating to Christian Philosophy and Psychology by blogger-nobody Steven Dunn.
Love, Sex and Death: On Existential Contradictions
In this episode, I discuss the relationship between sex and death as 'existential contradictories' and how this further relates to a discussion about poetry and love. 
Feb 25, 2021
27 min
Pygmalion and Christ: Sexual Purity in the Natural Man and the Spiritual Man
In this episode, I provide a side by side interpretation of the sculptor from Ovid's Metamorphoses (Pygmalion) - who falls in love with his own statue that comes to life - compared to Christ. Specifically, I examine how resignation of the natural man is entirely opposed to the spiritual intentionality of the religious man. Enjoy! 
Feb 10, 2021
45 min
A Format of Disputed Questions on Pro-Porn Arguments
In the scholastic style of Thomas Aquinas, I decided to present, articulate and respond to some common objections given by pro-porn advocates. These arguments from Aquinas (and others) are in no way final or authoritative, but I have found them as some of the better treatments of a coherent Christian sexual ethic. I hope you enjoy! 
Feb 6, 2021
29 min
An Episode on Tinder
This is a brief episode where I provide some philosophical examinations of the dating app. 
Jan 28, 2021
19 min
Pontius Pilate and Pornography: Theological Musings
In this episode, I cultivate some various theological resources to discuss an altogether different outlook on pornography. 
Jan 13, 2021
29 min
Advice for Christian Men and Women Struggling with Pornography
In this episode, I address specifically Christian individuals on their "struggle" with their use of pornography. Be encouraged and enjoy! 
Nov 17, 2020
19 min
A Lamentation for NSFW Content Providers
In this episode, I offer some "lamentative thoughts" for those involved with sex work, pornography, and the production of NSFW content generally. Enjoy! 
Nov 13, 2020
19 min
A Peculiar Christian Position on Pornography
In this episode, I address some personal thoughts on pornography from a Christian perspective. Enjoy! 
Oct 21, 2020
34 min
Poetic-Philosophical Thoughts on Language and Sex
In this episode, I provide some brief thoughts on the poet, the philosopher, and the Christian's attitude towards sex. 
Oct 9, 2020
32 min
A Personalist View of Marriage and Romantic Relationships
In this episode, I address what is known as "the Personalist" view of marriage, which could otherwise be understood as a certain strand of "essentialism." I expound briefly upon the work of John Paul II (Karol Wojtyla) and provide some concluding comments on the nature of romantic love. 
Sep 19, 2020
21 min
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