In this episode, Brian and Becky discuss classical education. They dive into why Becky left public education to jump onboard with a private school. Specifically, they work through the deficiencies of public education and the merits of the class...

In this episode, Brian and Becky discuss three phases of western philosophy: pre-modernism, modernism, and post-modernism. Painting in very broad brush strokes, they outline some of the basic philosophical trends that the western world has gone...

In this episode, Brian and Becky discuss the importance of confessions in the church. They talk about what they are, how they developed, and how they are still important for the church today. They also handle some of the common objections again...

In this episode, Brian and Becky talk about the definition of "high church," and the differences between high church and low church liturgies. They discuss some of the reasons behind high church practices as well as the reasons behind the moder...

In this episode, Becky and Brian discuss the topic of typology. Their conversation ranges from language theory and allegorical interpretation to Thomas Aquinas and King David.  Buckle up for another exciting and hopefully informative episo...

In this episode, Brian and Becky talk about what doctrines people should begin learning  when they first approach Reformed theology. They focus on three important ones: The Church, God's sovereignty, and covenant theology. At the end of th...

The duo is back with another episode about the end times or eschatology. They revisit the big three eschatological positions, namely, premillennialism, postmillennialism, and amillennialism. And they spend particular time on the rise of postmil...

In this episode, Becky and Brian discuss the topic of truth. They talk about it in the broad, philosophical context mentioning pragmatism (again), experientialism, and other modern methods for obtaining truth. They also discuss truth in context...

In this episode, Brian and Becky talk about discipline. They get into the issue of the general absence of discipline in western society and in the church. Along the way, they mention St. Augustine, Jean Jacques Rousseau, and reality TV. 

In this episode, Becky and Brian vent about several of their peeves including logical fallacies. The conversation ranges from health and nutrition to the family and marriage. Buckle up for another episode of Cage Stage.If you would like...

In this episode, Brian and Becky use  C. S. Lewis's book, "The Abolition of Man," as a springboard for discussion about what it means to be human. They cover a broad range of topics including Plato's tripartite soul, rightly ordered emotio...

In this episode, Becky and Brian finish discussing the last two chapters of G. K. Chesterton's book, "Orthodoxy." They give special attention to three ideas. First, they examine the idea that the we cannot keep the trappings of Christianity, su...

In this episode, Brian and Becky discuss the Church. They talk about why it is vital to the Christian life and how God uses it to grow and sanctify His people. They also examine the metaphor of the Church as the "Body of Christ," and Augustine'...

In this episode, Brian and Becky discuss the seventh chapter of Chesterton's book Orthodoxy. They get into the next phase of his argument where Chesterton discovers that Christianity, contra the popular philosophies of his day, offers a fixed i...

In this episode, Brian and Becky take on one of the most controversial components of Reformed theology: Infant Baptism. Need we say more?If you would like to reach out with questions or if you have a topic that you would like addressed,...

In this episode, Becky and Brian dive into chapter 6 of Chesterton's book, Orthodoxy. They discuss how Christianity is just the right shape, like a key, to fit the lock of the world. Where the world is logical, Christianity is logical; but wher...

In this episode, Becky and Brian discuss the topic of authority particularly as it relates to education. They discuss different spheres of authority and how it is important that they do not overstep their bounds. They also talk about the innate...

In this episode, Brian and Becky delve into chapter 5 of G. K. Chesterton's book Orthodoxy: The Flag of the World. The duo dives into optimism and pessimism and the uniqueness of the Christian religion.

In this episode, Brian and Becky dive into the fourth chapter of Chesterton's book: The Ethics of Elfland. The team discusses the connection between democracy and tradition, the spiritual realm, materialism, and the difference between necessity...

In this episode, Brian and Becky discuss the third chapter in Chesterton's book: The Suicide of Thought. At this point in his argument, Chesterton explains how modern systems of thought ultimately end up destroying themselves and leading to the...

In this episode, Becky and Brian discuss G. K. Chesterton's book "Orthodoxy." It is a wonderful apologetic work written in 1908. Chesterton is exceedingly clever, and his book is full of wit and humor. But he also gives incredible insight. He s...

In this episode, Brian and Becky discuss the topics of conversion and assurance. They compare and contrast the common, evangelical conception of conversion with a Reformed one which emphasizes the sovereign hand of God in changing hearts and th...

In a world where taking responsibility is a concept from a bygone era, Brian and Becky think about how Christians are to live in light of the consequences of their decisions. They discuss how believers should handle the negative situations they...

In this episode, Becky and Brian discuss the troubling philosophy of pragmatism. They talk about how our pragmatic culture intersects with education, ecology, authority, 18th century philosophy and much more.

In this episode, Brian and Becky wrap up their conversation about covenant theology. They discuss the two final covenants in scripture: the Davidic Covenant and the New Covenant. Tune in to hear them complete the Bible storyline with its emphas...