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Dedicated to the promotion of a free and virtuous society, Acton Line brings together writers, economists, religious leaders, and more to bridge the gap between good intentions and sound economics.
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APR 8, 2026
Molly Worthen Refines the Definition of “Charisma”
In this episode, Dan Churchwell, Acton’s director for programs and education, talks to Molly Worthen about her new book: “Spellbound: How Charisma Shaped American History from the Puritans to Donald Trump.”
60 MIN
APR 6, 2026
Acton Rundown | April 2026
This month on the Acton Rundown Dan & Mark chat about upcoming Acton events and new video content.
17 MIN
APR 1, 2026
Daniel Darling Is Defending Christian Patriotism
In this episode Dan Hugger speaks with Daniel Darling, director of the Land Center for Cultural Engagement at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and fellow at the Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission of the Southern Baptist Convention. They discuss his latest book, In Defense of Christian Patriotism, published by Broadside Books.
56 MIN
MAR 25, 2026
Josh Herring Finds the Gender Theory We Need in C.S. Lewis
In this episode, Dan Hugger speaks with Josh Herring, professor of humanities and classical education at Thales College. They discuss Josh’s new book, Sons of Adam, Daughters of Eve: C.S. Lewis’s Images of Gender, published by the Davenant Institute.
66 MIN
MAR 18, 2026
Fr. Robert Sirico and Kris Mauren on Richard DeVos
In the month of what would’ve been his 100th birthday, Acton co-founders Fr. Robert Sirico and Kris Mauren take a moment to remember an early supporter of the Acton Institute, Richard DeVos.
25 MIN
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