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July 22, 2025 51 mins

In this episode of Rhythms of Faith, the hosts welcome Dr. Meghan Sullivan, founding Director of the Institute for Ethics and the Common Good and the Ethics Initiative at Notre Dame. Meghan shares her unexpected journey from aspiring lawyer to passionate philosopher and educator. Discussing her course 'God and the Good Life,' and her reflections on the parable of the Good Samaritan, Meghan delves into the significance of ethics, faith, and personal fulfillment. The conversation covers her personal faith journey, the challenges in the philosophy discipline, and her collaborative efforts to reshape philosophical and ethical education at Notre Dame.


00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:36 Discovering Philosophy

02:42 Career Realizations

06:11 Journey to Faith

11:15 Teaching and Mentorship

18:11 Creating 'God and the Good Life'

25:11 The Importance of Singing and Creativity

25:23 Exploring the Good Samaritan Parable

26:28 Ethical Frameworks and Love Commandment

28:08 Philosophical Questions on Love and Ethics

28:56 Modern Ethical Challenges and the Good Samaritan

30:53 The Injured Man's Perspective

32:38 Accepting Help and Ethical Challenges

33:31 Ezekiel Emanuel's Provocative Article

36:02 Creating the Institute for Ethics in the Common Good

37:11 Challenges and Rewards of Leadership Projects

41:54 Teaching Theology and Student Experiences

48:32 Final Thoughts and Reflections


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