Episode 13: “Elizabeth Ann Seton meets G.K. Chesterton” a thought-provoking dialogue

Welcome to a new episode of “Speaking about Chesterton” – the podcast of the G.K. Chesterton Institute for Faith & Culture at Seton Hall University.

Today’s episode “Elizabeth Ann Seton meets G.K. Chesterton,” was presented a part of Seton Hall University’s 2025 Charter Day celebrations  by the  G.K. Chesterton Institute for Faith and Culture  and the Center for Catholic Studies.

A thought-provoking discussion on the state of Catholic higher education today, viewed through the perspectives of two monumental figures in Catholic theology and education: G.K. Chesterton and Elizabeth Ann Seton. We invite you to listen to the engaging dialogue on the enduring impact of these two figures and their relevance to Catholic higher education today.

Today’s guests are:
- Catherine O’Donnell, Ph.D., a historian at Arizona State University and author of the award-winning biography Elizabeth Seton: American Saint, will bring the perspective of Mother Seton to the conversation.

And professor Dermot Quinn, D.Phil., a historian at Seton Hall University, will offer insights into the thought and influence of G.K. Chesterton. 

Today’s conversation will be moderated by Professor Patrick Manning, Director of the Center for Catholic Studies at Seton Hall University.