June 8, 2026 - Hour 1

Segment 1: Orwell’s Prophetic 1984On June the 8th of 1949, George Orwell published 1984. Nearly eight decades later, the book is still unpleasantly fresh. It’s a diagnosis that was given before our society was even willing to admit it’s sick, and much of what he said turned out to be true. Marcus has more.Segment 2: Forgotten Heroes of Catholicism – The Other French ResistanceMany people will have heard of the French Resistance, the name given to the various underground organizations that fought against the Nazis during the German occupation of France in World War II. Few, however, will be aware of another “French Resistance,” a century and a half earlier, in which around 170,000 people died. This was the Vendée Uprising of 1793. Joseph Pearce tells the story.Segment 3: Why everyone should read DanteDante’s Divine Comedy is one of the great works of Western literature. We unpack what it means for today with Bill Cook. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit avemariapm.substack.com