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Christian Sheppard

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Christian Sheppard, PhD, is a professor of liberal arts at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and former teacher of the “Great Books” at the University of Chicago. He is co-editor of Mystics: Presence and Aporia (University of Chicago Press); has published essays on sports, art, literature, and religion; and lectured at the Chicago Cultural Center, Chicago Shakespeare Theatre, and the Baseball Hall of Fame. A lifelong baseball fan, he lives within walking distance of Wrigley Field.

May 30, 2025

Myths and Stories in Baseball Psychology with Christian Sheppard

Is baseball more than just a game? In this episode of Moore To Consider, Jack Moore sits down with philosopher and author Christian Sheppard to uncover the deeper truths hidden in America’s pastime. From the mental chess matc...
April 8, 2025

Life Lessons from the Diamond with Christian Sheppard

Join author Christian Sheppard in this thought-provoking podcast as he shares his deep love for baseball, from his roots as a Red Sox fan to his current loyalty to the Cubs. In an engaging conversation, Sheppard reflects on t...