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Video Archives
“Looking for Happiness, Finding Faith”Program: Acton Lecture SeriesGuest: Arthur C. Brooks Playtime: 01:12:12 May 22, 2008 Abstract:
Over the past decade, many researchers have collected data on human happiness in an effort to understand how we can get more of it as individuals, communities, and as a nation. A persistent finding in all of the available evidence is that religious faith is the single most important determinant in predicting life satisfaction. This presentation lays out the evidence on religion and happiness. It shows how the religiosity of Americans, through happiness, is a key to our national character, prosperity, and strength. 
“An Interview on Happiness”Program: Acton MediaGuest: Arthur C. Brooks Playtime: 16:46 May 28, 2008 Abstract:
Is there a secret to being happy? Does having children make you happy? What does a declining population say about a culture's view of the future? These are some of the questions that Dr. Brooks tackles in this interview. 
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Teaser for The Birth of Freedom - a new documentary from Acton Media 
“Is "Hooking Up" Our Downfall?”Program: Glenn Beck ShowGuest: Jennifer Roback Morse Ph.D. Playtime: 06:04 April 30, 2008 Abstract:
Acton Research Fellow Jennifer Roback Morse talks with Glenn Beck about the dangers of "hookup culture" and recreational sexual activity. 
“Is it Hot In Here? What Should Christians Think About Global Warming?”Program: Acton Lecture SeriesGuest: Jay W. Richards Ph.D. Playtime: 01:20:12 April 17, 2008 Abstract:
Dr. Richards explores the biblical foundations for our stewardship over the environment and its importance in the debate on Global Warming. 
“Benedict XVI's Message for the US”Program: Fox News ChannelGuest: Rev. Robert A. Sirico Playtime: 02:58 April 16, 2008 Abstract:
Rev. Robert A. Sirico, president of the Acton Institute, appeared on Fox and Friends on the Fox News Channel to discuss the goals of Pope Benedict XVI's visit to the United States 
“Rev. Robert A. Sirico on Pope Benedict XVI's US Visit”Program: Fox News ChannelGuest: Rev. Robert A. Sirico Playtime: 03:19 April 15, 2008 Abstract:
Rev. Robert A. Sirico, president of the Acton Institute, appeared on Fox Business Network to discuss Pope Benedict XVI's visit to the United States this week. 
“Pope Benedict XVI's Visit - Clinging to Religion”Program: Fox Business NetworkGuest: Rev. Robert A. Sirico Playtime: 03:06 April 15, 2008 Abstract:
Rev. Robert A. Sirico comments on Pope Benedict's US arrival in the United States on Fox News Channel. Video courtesy of Fox News Channel 
“Can We Repair What’s Wrong with our Health Care System through Christian Principles?”Program: Acton Lecture SeriesApril 10, 2008 Abstract:
The United States can lead the way to developing a health care system that meets the challenges of the 21st century. 
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Why would anyone believe that all men are created equal? That all should be free? That all deserve a voice in choosing their leaders? Why would any nation consider this a self-evident truth? 
“Black Liberation Theology”Program: Headline News NetworkGuest: Anthony B. Bradley Playtime: 03:48 March 26, 2008 Abstract:
Anthony Bradley, a research fellow at the Acton Institute and an assistant professor of Theology at Covenant Seminary, discusses the significance of Black Liberation Theology in relation to the presidential campaign of Barack Obama. 
“The Rise (and Eventual Downfall) of the New Religious Left”Program: Acton Lecture SeriesGuest: Rev. Robert A. Sirico Playtime: 36:20 March 18, 2008 Abstract:
Rev. Sirico looks at a resurgent movement in religious circles to advance big government programs behind a so-called “social justice” agenda. The Religious Left has aligned with Big Labor, pacifist groups and liberal politicians to promote collectivist alternatives to the free market. Can anyone stop them? 
“The Spirit of Capitalism”Program: Intercollegiate Studies InstituteGuest: Samuel Gregg D.Phil. Playtime: 40:20 March 12, 2008 Abstract:
Dr. Samuel Gregg presents a lecture on the "Spirit of Capitalism" at The Catholic University of America, Washington, DC 
“Cuba after Fidel”Program: Fox: America's Nightly ScorecardGuest: Rev. Robert A. Sirico Playtime: 05:22 February 19, 2008 Abstract:
Rev. Robert A. Sirico makes an appearance on America’s Nightly Scoreboard on Fox Business Channel to discuss the announcement that 81 year old Fidel Castro is stepping down as dictator of Cuba, officially handing power to his sprightly, 76 year old brother Raoul. 
“Wealth, Work, and the Church”Program: Acton Lecture SeriesGuest: Glenn Sunshine Ph.D. Playtime: 59:13 February 14, 2008 Abstract:
This lecture will explore the biblical foundations of work and wealth creation in light of the history of the Church to find the proper balance between these competing ideas of the place of earthly riches in Christianity. 
“It Takes a Family to Raise a Village:”Program: Intercollegiate Studies InstitutePlaytime: 37:41 January 30, 2008 Abstract:
Dr. Jennifer Morse talks about the social significance of the family for the free society at the UCLA School of Law in Los Angeles, CA 
“Christian Conservatives in the Primaries”Program: FOX News ChannelGuest: Jay W. Richards Ph.D. Playtime: 06:20 January 16, 2008 Abstract:
Dr. Jay Richards, research fellow and director of Acton Media, joins host Shepard Smith and Democratic strategist Tanya Acker to talk about the effect that Christian conservative voters will have on the South Carolina Presidential primary. 
“The Call of the Entrepreneur on Fox Business Network”Program: FOX Business NetworkGuest: Rev. Robert A. Sirico Playtime: 05:27 January 7, 2008 Abstract:
Rev. Robert A. Sirico joined host David Asman on America’s Nightly Scoreboard on Fox Business Network to discuss The Call of the Entrepreneur. 
“Freedom, the Family and the Market”Program: Acton Lecture SeriesGuest: Jennifer Roback Morse Ph.D. Playtime: 30:30 January 3, 2008 Abstract:
The socialist ideal of equality has played an independent role in the breakdown of the family. Socialism has attacked the family directly, and has adopted policies that have led to demographic collapse. Christianity and capitalism offer more appealing solutions to the problems socialism claims to solve. 
“The Role of Religion in the Republican Presidential Primary”Program: FOX News ChannelGuest: Jay W. Richards Ph.D. Playtime: 03:25 January 1, 2008 Abstract:
Acton Research Fellow and Director of Acton Media Jay Richards joined the Fox and Friends crew on Fox News Channel this morning to kick off this presidential election year with some analysis of the role of religion in the Republican presidential primary. 
“The Morality of Capitalism”Program: The Wall Street JournalGuest: Rev. Robert A. Sirico Playtime: 04:19 December 28, 2007 Abstract:
Rev. Robert Sirico talks to The Wall Street Journal about the morality of capitalism as portrayed in Acton Media's new documentary, The Call of the Entrepreneur. 
“What Would Jesus Buy?”Program: Fox: America's Nightly ScorecardGuest: Rev. Robert A. Sirico Playtime: 09:59 December 6, 2007 Abstract:
Rev. Robert A. Sirico joins host Bill Asman to discuss the new movie from filmmaker Morgan Spurlock titled "What Would Jesus Buy?" 
“Pope Benedict XVI Greets the Acton Institute”Program: VaticanSeptember 30, 2007 Abstract:
Pope Benedict XVI greets the Acton Institute during an audience in Rome. 
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The Call of the Entrepreneur is a documentary produced by Acton Meida that explores the morality involved in the entrepreneurial vocation. 
“The Irresponsibility of Corporate Social Responsibility”Program: Acton Lecture SeriesGuest: Fred Smith Playtime: 37:17 February 15, 2007 Abstract:
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has become the new rationale for old policies of transforming private firms into public utilities—and force them to perform whatever duties are politically attractive at any one time. 
“Special Report - Benedict XVI and Islam”Program: FOX News ChannelGuest: Kishore Jayabalan Playtime: 02:21 September 18, 2006 Abstract:
Fox News speaks with several people, including Kishore Jayabalan of Istituto Acton, about the comments made by Pope Benedict XVI regarding Islam. 
“Rev. Robert Sirico on The Call of the Entrepreneur”Program: The World OverGuest: Rev. Robert A. Sirico Playtime: 05:32 September 18, 2006 Abstract:
Rev. Robert Sirico talks with Raymond Arroyo about Acton's documentary, The Call of the Entrepreneur. 
“Wanted: A Duke Lacrosse Team Hero”Program: Heartland with John KasichGuest: Anthony B. Bradley Playtime: 03:32 April 29, 2006 Abstract:
Anthony Bradley speaks with John Kasich of Heartland, Fox News, about the moral implications behind the Duke Lacrosse team rape allegations. Bradley calls for national outrage at the fact that legal dehumanization of women exists in American markets. 
“The Morality of Immigration Legislation”Program: The World OverGuest: Fr. Paul Hartmann & Andrew M. Yuengert Playtime: 07:30 April 28, 2006 Abstract:
Andrew Yuengert and Fr. Hartmann talk about the moral issues surrounding immigration legislation and the impact of immigration on the United States economy. |
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