Fr. Seraphim Rose gave a notable lecture at the University of Santa Cruz in 1981, just a year before he reposed, to a class which was a survey of world religions.  Several people found this lecture (alongside another that was given) to be life changing for them. Amidst the spiritual smorgasboard that was UC Santa Cruz, Fr. Seraphim stood out.  The lecture which is now available in streaming form, is preceded by an introduction by Fr. Damascene Christiansen, and the lecture is read by a member of the St. Herman Brotherhood for the first several minutes (this part of the lecture wasn't taped). Then the audio switches, and you can hear the rest of the lecture as given by Fr. Seraphim. Listen here: God's Revelation To The Human Heart,  and get the book here.

Popular media constantly creates the false dichotomy between free enterprise (which is portrayed by greedy destructive industrial capitalists), and socially responsible action (which always seems to mean some form of socialism, big government programs, handouts, government control of people and the economy, etc.) FreeToChooseMedia.org is creating a series of documentaries that combat this narrow dichotomy. An offering which is now airing on PBS, showcases some programs and companies that have been effective in alleviating poverty, stimulating economic growth, and allowing people to participate in rather than be marginalized by, free trade, self-determination and the rule of law. Check out the website above, watch the excerpt below, and watch for this program on a PBS station near you.