Since Ian has followed his passions by travelling to the Antarctic to befriend the penguins, special cohost Dr. Matthew Hoskin joins Dr. Wyatt Graham to discuss book 3 of The Consolation of Philosophy by Boethius.

In this conversation, Graham and Hoskin explore the philosophical insights of Boethius, particularly focusing on the nature of true happiness and its relationship with God. They discuss how worldly pursuits such as wealth and power often lead to misery rather than fulfillment, emphasizing that true happiness is found in the divine. The dialogue delves into the concept of participation in the divine nature and how virtues contribute to a deeper understanding of happiness. Ultimately, they conclude that God is the unchanging source of goodness and happiness, and that true contentment comes from aligning oneself with this divine reality.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Context of Boethius

02:44 The Nature of True Happiness

05:37 The Illusion of Earthly Goods

08:12 The Pursuit of Virtue and God

10:46 God as the Source of Happiness

13:00 The Connection Between Philosophy and Scripture

20:09 Exploring Happiness and God

24:34 Pleasure and Participation in God

29:18 Divine Participation and Theosis

34:28 The Nature of God and the Problem of Evil