Episodes

  • A Tale of Two Revolutions
    Oct 28 2024

    Nathan Schlueter, professor of Philosophy and Religion at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the differences between the American and French revolutions, growing intellectual movements critical of the American Revolution, and the importance of cultivating the virtue of statesmanship.

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    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.

    Learn More About The Hillsdale College Podcast Network: https://podcast.hillsdale.edu

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    22 mins
  • An Overview of Math at a Hillsdale K-12 School
    Oct 21 2024

    Gwen Yarbrough, teacher support lead with the Hillsdale College K-12 Education Teacher Support Team, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss what it means to teach mathematics classically, what a healthy classroom looks like, and what material Hillsdale’s K-12 Office recommends.

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    20 mins
  • Building Your School’s Theatre Program
    Oct 14 2024

    Christopher Matsos, chairman and associate professor of theatre at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the unique benefits of theatre programs, how to develop a theatre program on a budget, and how to utilize theatre resources granted to Hillsdale College K-12 member schools.

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    20 mins
  • Classical Education and College Prep
    Oct 7 2024

    Jon Balsbaugh, associate professor of Education at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss how a "college prep mindset" often clashes with classical education, managing parent expectations, and how administrators can best communicate the priorities of their school to parents.

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    21 mins
  • An Overview of Latin at a Hillsdale K-12 School
    Sep 30 2024

    Steven Battaglia, Latin and upper school History teacher at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, Indiana, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss why students should learn Latin, when schools should start Latin education, and how Latin teachers can foster joy in the classroom.

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    19 mins
  • How Literature Shapes the Souls of Young People
    Sep 23 2024

    Karissa Moschel (McCarthy), a fourth-grade teacher at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, Indiana, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss how to read to students, letting students reach their own conclusions, and some practical tips for improving your student's moral imagination.

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    24 mins
  • Learning to be a Student
    Sep 16 2024

    Ian Nugent, assistant principal and History and Philosophy teacher at Atlanta Classical Academy, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss forming virtuous students, helping students narrate their education, and showing students that their success means something to you.

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    23 mins
  • Valuing Virtue
    Sep 9 2024

    Colin Mullaney, assistant director of School Leader Support at Hillsdale K-12, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss how to instill virtue in students, prioritize school culture, and balance life as a school leader.

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    18 mins