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The Classical Homeschool

Summary: At the Classical Homeschool Podcast, our heart is to take on the work of wrestling through the, sometimes difficult and philosophical, ideas presented throughout the classical education movement and bring them down to earth, specifically and practically for the classical homeschooling mom.

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 Our Journey Through Books | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:20:33

After this episode's discussion about our favorite poetry, The Classical Homeschool Podcast will be ending for both the season and as a whole.  It has been a wild ride and we are so grateful to all you who have listened and connected with us over the last 4 years.

 Poetry and the Moral Imagination | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:09:58

We had the pleasure of chatting with this accomplished guest about poetry and the moral imagination. It was an exciting conversation that leaves the listener with much to consider about how poetry is being read and even where we are not engaging poetry in our lives.

 Dante in the Homeschool | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 56:19

This was an exciting episode for me, Ashley, personally. I love this amazing guest, mostly because we can really dig into the classical tradition and challenge each other with our differing knowledge bases. I hope that you enjoy this interview as much as I did. Erin makes me laugh and brings my heart to Jesus in every conversation. She is sharing her love of Dante with us, so put your ear buds in and get ready to laugh. Side note: It was Melrose Place...not 90210...LOL ... that I was thinking of!

 The Dark Forest: Evil and Redemption | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:12:58

The last chapter of Tending the Heart of Virtue by Vigen Guroian is upon us. Join us for a lively conversation about the horror genre and what redemption means for the broken world. 

 Adam Andrews and Literary Elements | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 59:07

Join us as we chat how the elements of literature impact our reading and understanding. How does this form the moral imagination? Listen to find out!

 A Canon of Humanity | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:27:07

Taking a side street off of the topic of moral imagination, we are discussing Ashley's thesis concerning the idea of a canon of humanity. In the current Classical homeschooling climate, the focus has been on the advancement of Western Culture. However, Classical Education is not tied to an earthly structure but is based on more lofty ideals. Join us while we explore the topic!

 Love and Immortality | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 58:37

In this chapter of Tending the Heart of Virtue, the focus comes to companions and those that offer us formation. Through the classic childhood tales: The Velveteen Rabbit, and The Little Mermaid, Guroian dives into the heart with the topics of love and immortality.

 An Interview with Brandy Vencel | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:13:52

Brandy Vencel is the thinker behind the Afterthoughts Blog and host of the Scholé Sisters podcast. She pretty crazy about educational philosophy in general and Charlotte Mason in particular. She wishes she could spend more time studying but her vocation as wife and homeschooling mom of four children ages 10-16 dictates otherwise.

 Cindy Rollins and Shakespeare | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:02:47

We got to chat with Cindy Rollins about her take on the moral imagination. Her years as a homeschooling mother, writer, speaker, and reader offer unique insights into the topic of our season: the moral imagination. 

 Friendship and Mentor-ship | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:06:42

In chapter four of Tending the Heart of Virtue, the focus comes to companions and those that offer us formation. Through the classic childhood tales: The Wind in the Willows, Charlotte's Web, and Bambi, Guroian unpacks the differences between those we call friends and those that mentor us.

 The Bible as Literature | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:06:37

Join us and our guest, Heidi White, for a conversation on reading the Bible as literature. Exploring an ancient concept from the Desert Fathers up to the current Classical Education movement, this episode focuses on the need for metaphor in our lives.

 The Hero and Adventure in the Moral Imagination | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:13:13

In this episode of The Classical Homeschool Podcast, Jennifer and Ashley discuss the hero's journey and how allegory effects parenting and the internal narrative.

 #34: Interview with Vigen Guroian | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:08:40

Join The Classical Homeschool Podcast as we discuss the moral imagination with author Vigen Guroian.

 #33: Tracing the Roots of the Moral Imagination | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:03:31

We're back and super excited to be bringing you another a year of The Classical Homeschool! In this episode, we discuss the timeline and common references concerning the moral imagination as well as catch up on what has been keeping us busy!

 Socrates by the Pool | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 01:18:59

It's finally time to dive into the deep end with C.S. Lewis! The introductory episode is being offered for free to all our listeners as a thank you for your support and for your grace. So, grab your copies of The Four Loves and Till We Have Faces and, perhaps, even an adult beverage.

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