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Hillsdale College K-12 Classical Education Podcast

Hillsdale College K-12 Classical Education Podcastk12.hillsdale.edu

A 20-minute podcast featuring professors, K-12 teachers, and friends of Hillsdale College, all speaking about classical education—what it is, why it’s still relevant today, and what makes it unique. Hosted by Scot Bertram.

Episodes

Leading Figures in Education: Eva Brann

Ian Lindquist, Fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of Eva Brann. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 17, 202126 min

Doug Sowers: Notes on the Teaching Profession

Doug Sowers, headmaster at Founders Classical Academy of Leander (Texas), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the impact of classical education, the role of parents in a child's education, and being a first-year headmaster. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 11, 202115 min

Ellen Condict: Writing as the Measure of One’s Education

Ellen Condict, Upper-School Literature Instructor at Hillsdale Academy and Adjunct Professor Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss why writing is at the heart of a classical education, the qualities of good writing, and how to encourage students in their writing efforts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 27, 202025 min

Leading Figures in Education: Thomas More

Stephen Smith, Dean of Humanities and Temple Family Chair of English Literature at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of Thomas More. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 20, 202020 min

Leading Figures in Education: Christopher Dawson

Brad Birzer, Professor of History and Russell Amos Kirk Chair in American Studies at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of Christopher Dawson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 13, 202017 min

Nathan McClallen: Successful P.E.

Nathan McClallen, athletic director and lead PE teacher at Founders Classical Academy of Leander (TX) joins host Scot Bertram to discuss what a successful PE class looks like, how to put students in positions to succeed, and different ways to reach goals as a PE teacher. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 06, 202023 min

Leading Figures in Education: Mortimer Adler

Erik Ellis, Research Fellow at The Center for Thomas More at the University of Dallas and on faculty in philosophy at the University of the Andes in Santiago, Chile, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of Mortimer Adler. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 29, 202016 min

Leading Figures in Education: Neil Postman

David Diener, Headmaster of Hillsdale Academy and Lecturing Professor of Education at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of Neil Postman. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 22, 202021 min

Josh Andrew: Teaching Classically

Josh Andrew, Dean of Academics at Atlanta Classical Academy in Atlanta (GA), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss teaching classically, developing a curriculum, and the duties of a dean. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 16, 202017 min

Leading Figures in Education: John Dewey

Jon Fennell, Professor Emeritus of Education and former Dean of Social Sciences at Hillsdale College joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of John Dewey. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 11, 202027 min

Leading Figures in Education: Jean-Jacques Rousseau

Zachary Bennett, Research Associate in the Department of Political Science at Michigan State University, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of Jean-Jacques Rousseau. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 26, 202021 min

Brad Richardson: Teaching Epics

Brad Richardson, from Ascent Classical Academy in Douglas County (CO), talks with host Scot Bertram about the teaching epics and how students respond to works of such great length. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 18, 202018 min

Leading Figures in Education: C.S. Lewis

Lou Markos, Professor in English at Houston Baptist University, where he also holds the Robert H. Ray Chair in Humanities, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of C.S. Lewis. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 13, 202021 min

Kurt Kirner: The Science Behind a Good Physical Education

Kurt Kirner, assistant professor of sports studies and head swimming and diving coach at Hillsdale College, talks with host Scot Bertram about the Science Behind a Good Physical Education. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 29, 202023 min

Leading Figures in Education: Maria Montessori

Adam Kear, teacher at Veritas Preparatory Academy in Phoenix (AZ) joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of Maria Montessori. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 20, 202023 min

Andrew Holm: Making the Most of Virtual Education

Andrew Holm, Latin teacher at Hillsdale Academy in Hillsdale (Michigan), talks with host Scot Bertram about making the most of virtual education and online instruction. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 16, 202024 min

Leading Figures in Education: John Henry Newman

Dr. David Whalen, Associate Vice President for Curriculum & Professor of English at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of John Henry Newman. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 07, 202016 min

Joshua Thomas: Student Thoughts on Senior Thesis Project

Joshua Thomas, a graduate of Founders Classical Academy of Lewisville (Texas) and a sophomore at the University of North Texas, talks with host Scot Bertram about the process of writing and defending his senior thesis at Founders Classical Academy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 27, 202021 min

Charlotte Taylor: Student Thoughts on Senior Thesis Project

Charlotte Taylor, a graduate of Atlanta Classical Academy, and an incoming freshman at the University of Georgia, talks with host Scot Bertram about the process of writing and defending her senior thesis at Founders Classical Academy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 19, 202021 min

Brandon Misko: A Teacher’s Journey From Year 1 to Year 8

Brandon Misko is a chemistry and physics teacher at Founders Classical Academy in Lewisville (Texas), where he has worked since the school's inception. He joins host Scot Bertram to discuss that journey. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 17, 202024 min

Rebecca Fox: Student Thoughts on Senior Thesis Project

Rebecca Fox, a graduate of Golden View Classical Academy (Colorado) and an incoming freshman at Colorado School of Mines, talks with host Scot Bertram about the process of writing and defending her senior thesis at Golden View. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 13, 202015 min

Josette Bowe: Student Thoughts on Senior Thesis Project

Josette Bowe, a graduate of Founders Classical Academy in Lewisville (Texas)and entering her second year at the University of North Texas, talks with host Scot Bertram about the process of writing and defending her senior thesis at Founders Classical Academy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 05, 202020 min

Amanda Gilmore: Teaching Literature Classically

Amanda Gilmore, literature teacher at Golden View Classical Academy (Colorado), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss working in classical education, getting students excited about literature, and the role of parents in education. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 02, 202014 min

Mary Cid: Student Thoughts on Senior Thesis Project

Mary Cid, a graduate of Founders Classical Academy in Leander (Texas) and rising sophomore at the University of Texas at Austin, talks with host Scot Bertram about the process of writing and defending her senior thesis at Founders Classical Academy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 29, 202019 min

Nathan McClallen: Bringing Back Physical Education

Nathan McClallen, athletic director and lead PE teacher at Founders Classical Academy of Leander (Texas), talks with host Scot Bertram about why PE is the neglected discipline and what can be done to bring it back. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 27, 202018 min

Five Things to Look For in a Math Curriculum: Episode 5

Nicholis Wagner, assistant director of the Barney Charter School Initiative, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the fifth thing to look for in a math curriculum: spiraling of concepts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 19, 20206 min

Five Things to Look For in a Math Curriculum: Episode 4

Nicholis Wagner, assistant director of the Barney Charter School Initiative, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the fourth thing to look for in a math curriculum: the development of number sets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 19, 20206 min

Five Things to Look For in a Math Curriculum: Episode 3

Nicholis Wagner, assistant director of the Barney Charter School Initiative, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the third thing to look for in a math curriculum: the use of visuals and manipulatives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 19, 20205 min

Five Things to Look For in a Math Curriculum: Episode 2

Nicholis Wagner, assistant director of the Barney Charter School Initiative, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the second thing to look for in a math curriculum: being problem-solving intensive. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 19, 20205 min

Five Things to Look For in a Math Curriculum: Episode 1

Nicholis Wagner, assistant director of the Barney Charter School Initiative, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the first thing to look for in a math curriculum: teacher usability. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 19, 20204 min
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