Theme: Resisting the Revolutionary Reset: Virtues, Skills, and Catholic Good Sense for Flourishing amid the Madness

This 2021 panel discussion centers on Catholic perspectives on modern culture, politics, and history, with strong critiques of liberal democracy and industrial modernity. Speakers argue that World War II reshaped the world through ideological manipulation, the decline of Catholic-realist political traditions, and the rise of an anti-Catholic “deep state.” The conversation moves from history into philosophy and economics, exploring Catholic understandings of freedom, the moral limits of technology, and the dangers of unchecked capitalism. Participants debate how Catholics might resist modern secular systems—emphasizing Christianizing current institutions, resisting digital dependence, and returning to local, family-centered life. The session concludes with reflections inspired by Irish Catholic nationalism and a call for Catholics to “become comfortable with being uncomfortable,” accepting sacrifice and separation from the modern world as the true path forward.

Here are five main topics covered in the:

1. Critiques of Modernity and Liberal Democracy – The panelists explore how modern political ideologies conflict with Catholic moral and social principles.
2. The Legacy of World War II – Discussion centers on how the war reshaped global power and eroded older Christian and realist traditions.
3. Catholic Social and Economic Thought – Participants analyze capitalism, technology, and economics through a Catholic moral lens.
4. Cultural Resistance and Renewal – The group considers how Catholics can resist secular culture and rebuild authentic local communities.
5. Faith, Identity, and Sacrifice – The conversation concludes with reflections on enduring faith, moral courage, and the value of suffering in a post-Christian society.

2021 SBC Conference

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This is a video file of this conference talk.