About Me
I’m a philosopher and writer specializing in virtue ethics, moral psychology, and the philosophy of religion. My work asks how we find meaning, pursue the good life, and understand moral agency, drawing on both classical thinkers and contemporary debates.
I host the podcast Sacred and Profane Love, where I talk with scholars and writers about literature, virtue, faith, and what it means to live well.
My essays and reviews have appeared in First Things, The Point, Image Journal, The Wall Street Journal, and other publications, and I regularly lecture and write on ethics, human flourishing, liberal education, and the enduring importance of the humanities.
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Sacred and Profane Love
This podcast brings together philosophers, theologians, and literary critics to explore some of the most powerful works of literature ever written. Each episode dives into how these texts illuminate enduring questions about love, happiness, virtue, suffering, and the meaning of human life—and how they have shaped the guest’s own intellectual and personal journey.
Hosted by Jennifer A. Frey, inaugural dean of the Honors College at the University of Tulsa, the podcast offers thoughtful, long-form conversations that bridge the worlds of scholarship and everyday experience.
Sacred and Profane Love is made possible through the generous support of the Institute for Human Ecology at The Catholic University of America and is produced by Catholics for Hire.
Whether you’re a lover of literature, a seeker of wisdom, or simply curious about how great books speak to the deepest parts of life, this podcast invites you into a rich and meaningful dialogue at the intersection of the sacred and the human.
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I’d love to hear from you. Whether you’re reaching out about my work, the Sacred and Profane Love podcast, speaking engagements, writing collaborations, or academic inquiries, you can contact me directly using the form below.