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Dr. Larry P. Arnn joins Hugh Hewitt to resume the impeachment discussion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Larry P. Arnn and Professor of History Dave Stewart join Hugh Hewitt to discuss the history of China.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Storytelling is a powerful tool that anyone can use to inspire, persuade, and mobilize. Maggy Smith is a senior associate at the Heritage Foundation, a D.C. based conservative nonprofit, with an inspiring story of her own. Maggy’s career began as a freelance graphic designer but it wasn’t long before she established herself as a leader in business development at the Heritage Foundation. Want to know how she used storytelling to do it? Tune in to this episode to find out.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jordan Adams, associate director of instructional resources with the Barney Charter School Initiative, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the sixth reason we teach history: to be happy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oscar Ortiz, headmaster at Founders Classical Academy of Schertz in Texas talks with host Scot Bertram about determining whether teaching is the right profession for you, what helped shape him as an educator, and leading teachers and students toward the same goal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics: The Iowa Caucus, CREATED EQUAL: CLARENCE THOMAS IN HIS OWN WORDS, & "Rappaccini's Daughter" by Nathaniel HawthorneScot Bertram talks with Adam Carrington, assistant professor of politics at Hillsdale, about the Iowa Caucus and what it means in the race for the Democratic nomination. Michael Pack, producer/director of CREATED EQUAL: CLARENCE THOMAS IN HIS OWN WORDS talks about the new film. And Kelly Scott Franklin, from Hillsdale's English department, tells us about "Rappaccini's Daughter," the short story by Nathaniel Hawthorne.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Larry P. Arnn joins Hugh Hewitt to discuss the next fifty years of U.S.-China relations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Navigating the professional world while staying true to your passions is a real challenge. John Duffy, a financial technologies analyst at Grant Street Group, shares his insights on how recent graduates can unlock their productivity and leverage business communication and professional networking skills to excel in their careers. If you want to hear some great career advice this podcast is for you.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jordan Adams, associate director of instructional resources with the Barney Charter School Initiative, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the fifth reason we teach history: to cultivate a moral imagination.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics: Progressives' rejection of the founding, AMERICAN SECESSION, early Christianity, and Hillsdale's online learning.Scot Bertram talks with Ronald Prestritto, Dean of the Graduate School, Professor of Politics, Charles and Lucia Shipley Chair in the American Constitution at Hillsdale, about progressives' rejection of the founding. F. H. Buckley gives us details on his new book, AMERICAN SECESSION. Korey Maas, from Hillsdale's history department, speaks on early Christianity. And Kyle Murnen, director of online learning at Hillsdale, tell us about a re-designed website and future courses.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jordan Adams, associate director of instructional resources with the Barney Charter School Initiative, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the fourth reason we teach history: to honor our ancestors and conserve our heritage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Matthew Spalding joins Hugh Hewitt to discuss President Trump and the impeachment trial.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve Lambert, principal at Treasure Valley Classical Academy in Fruitland, Idaho, talks with host Scot Bertram about how parents can support the work of teachers in the classroom, how to recognize and honor teachers, and the importance of a school having a clear mission.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Diener, headmaster at Hillsdale Academy and lecturing professor of education at Hillsdale College, talks with host Scot Bertram about how a teacher can prepare for the first year on the job, how to manage the ebb and flow of a school year, and how parents can support a teacher's work in the classroom.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics: Findings from the International Space Station, THE AGE OF ENTITLEMENT: AMERICA SINCE THE '60S, & the impact of portable wealth on the Greek world.Scot Bertram talks with Hillsdale assistant professor of physics Timothy Dolch about some interesting findings from the ISS. Christopher Caldwell speaks with us about his new book, THE AGE OF ENTTITLEMENT: AMERICA SINCE THE '60S. And Ken Calvert, from Hillsdale's history department, describes how portable wealth transformed the Greek world.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jordan Adams, associate director of instructional resources with the Barney Charter School Initiative, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the third reason we teach history: to understand human nature.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stephen Shipp, headmaster at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, Indiana, talk with host Scot Bertram about promoting a positive school culture, appreciating teachers, and preparing educators for the classroom.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh Hewitt and Dr. Larry Arnn talk about the competition between world powers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics: America's first experiment with socialism, the Venezuela model of socialsm, Jane Austen's EMMA, and liberal arts students in the military.Scot Bertram talks with Hillsdale professor emeritus Burt Folsom about America's first experiment with socialism. James Carafano of Heritage tells us about the Venezuelan model of socialism. Lorraine Murphy, from Hillsdale's English department, returns to discuss Jane Austen's EMMA. And Jeffery Rogers, associate dean of men at Hillsdale, explains why we need more liberal arts students in the miltary.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jordan Adams, associate director of instructional resources with the Barney Charter School Initiative, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the second reason we teach history: to be culturally literate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lyndsey Rariden, kindergarten teacher and K-2 lead teacher at Founders Classical Academy of Leander (Leander, TX), joins host Scot Bertram to talk about setting goals for kindergarten students, introducing reading and phonics skills, and the importance of literacy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics: Baumol's Cost Disease, small-town America, Aristotle's PHYSICS, and starting a businessScot Bertram talks with Hillsdale associate Professor of Economics Charles Steele about the merits of Baumol's Cost Disease. Tim Carney discusses his recent Washington Examiner cover story on small-town America. Lee Cole, from Hillsdale's philosophy department briefs us on Aristotle's PHYSICS. And Kevin Meyers, a Hillsdale graduate, tells us about starting his business, Lucy Darling.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jordan Adams, associate director of instructional resources with the Barney Charter School Initiative, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the first reason we teach history: to have contextual knowledge.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah Kiesewetter, fifth grade teacher at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden, Colorado speaks with host Scot Bertram about about her experiences with classical education as a high school student, college student, teacher, and mother.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics: Why Congress doesn't work, HOW AMERICA'S POLITICAL PARTIES CHANGE (AND HOW THEY DON'T), and the Trinity.Scot Bertram talks with Hillsdale Professor of Politics Kevin Portteus about "Congress: How It Worked and Why It Doesn't". Michael Barone of AEI and the Washington Examiner joins the show to discuss his latest book HOW AMERICA'S POLITICAL PARTIES CHANGE (AND HOW THEY DON'T). And as Christmas approaches, Jordan Wales, from Hillsdale's theology department, explains the Trinity.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Julie Apel, Dean of Grammar School, Dean of Women, and Sixth Grade Teacher at Founder's Classical Academy of Leander (Texas), speaks with host Scot Bertram about the importance of asking good questions, how she expects her students to prepare for class, and the balancing act of leading students and staff.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Larry P. Arnn joins Hugh Hewitt to discuss impeachment and The Federalist Papers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics: Supply-side economics, the downfall of the New York Times, story/discourse, Hillsdale in D.C.Scot Bertram talks with Hillsdale's Gary Wolfram about supply-side economics. Michael Goodwin, chief political columnist of the New York Post, speaks about journalism and the downfall of the New York Times. Dwight Lindley, from Hillsdale's English department, continues his series of basic literary concepts with story/discourse. And Matt Mehan, with Hillsdale in D.C., tells us more about the new Graduate School of Government.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cris Chacon, physics and algebra teacher at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden, Colorado, speaks with host Scot Bertram about the classical approach to teaching math and physics, how those subjects work in concert with other disciplines, and advice for teachers just starting their careers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics: Citizenship, GREAT SOCIETY: A NEW HISTORY, humanistic psychologyScot Bertram talks with Hillsdale professor of politics Tom West about the concept of citizenship and the current effort to revamp the citizenship test. Amity Shlaes joins the show to discuss her new book GREAT SOCIETY: A NEW HISTORY. And Collin Barnes, from Hillsdale's psychology department teaches us about humanistic psychology and introduces us to Maslow and Rogers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tomek Grzesiak, an instructional coach at the Barney Charter School Initiative with a focus in literature, grammar,and composition, speaks with host Scot Bertram about what makes a great book great, what students should learn from stories in literature, and why diagramming sentences still matters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michelle Johns, student services coordinator and the English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) coordinator at Pineapple Cove Classical Academy in Palm Bay, Florida, speaks with host Scot Bertram about student growth and partnering with the Barney Charter School Initiative.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics: Protests in Spain, "Trump Trauma" and its impact on 2020, Shakespeare's TWELFTH NIGHT, and thoughts from a student-turned-professor at Hillsdale.Scot Bertram talks with Todd Mack from Hillsdale's Spanish department to find out more about the current protests playing out in Spain. Michael Walsh discusses "Trump Trauma" and why it might impact the 2020 election. Ben Whalen, from Hillsdale's English department, takes us though Shakespeare's TWELFTH NIGHT. And Lee Cole describes what it's like to be a student at Hillsdale and then return as a professor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ava Norman, a freshman at the University of Texas who graduated in 2019 from Founders Classical Academy of Leander, speaks with host Scot Bertram and Hillsdale Assistant Provost for K-12 Education Katy O'Toole about how a classical education prepared her for college, gives advice to current students, and explains why she chose to major in classics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics: Veterans Day & Hillsdale's connection to the military, America's big-city problems. exoplanets, & immigration policyScot Bertram talks with Peter Jennings, Assistant Professor of Financial Management at Hillsdale and Marine veteran, about Veterans Day and Hillsdale's deep connection with the military. James Poulos, executive editor of the American Mind, discusses a recent essay on problems in America's big cities. Tim Dolch, from Hillsdale's physics department, teaches us about exoplanets. And we hear excerpts from a recent lecture at Hillsdale's Kirby Center by Reihan Salam, author of MELTING POT OR CIVIL WAR.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Stephen Smith joins Hugh Hewitt to discuss the ninth book of the Iliad.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alex Mexicotte '16 | Start-Ups by Beyond the BubbleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve Lambert, principal at Treasure Valley Classical Academy and veteran of the U.S. Air Force, speaks with host Scot Bertram about his military service, how Treasure Valley marks Veterans Day, and whether patriotism is a virtue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Stephen Smith joins Hugh Hewitt to discuss the Iliad, Books 4-6.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics: "Our Bankrupt Nomenklatura," learning cursive, and leadershipScot Bertram speaks with Victor Davis Hanson, distinguished fellow in history at Hillsdale College, about his recent essay at American Greatness, titled "Our Bankrupt Nomenklatura". Dan Coupland, from Hillsdale's education department, tells us why children still should learn cursive. And Gen. Robert B. Neller talks with us about leadership.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Elliot Gaiser | Pre-Law by Beyond the BubbleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Camrenne Van Scoyk, music teacher at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden, Colorado, speaks with host Scot Bertram about the balance in the classroom between music history and music performance, managing the expectations of beginning musicians, and music therapy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics: Palytoxin poisoning, the military threat from China today, Jane Austen's MANSFIELD PARK, & the power of poetry.Scot Bertram talks with Hillsdale's Courtney Meyet,associate professor of chemistry, about the dangers of palytoxin poisoning. Steven Mosher, author of BULLY OF ASIA, discusses the military threat from China today. Hillsdale's Lorraine Murphy continues her occasional series on the novels of Jane Austen with MANSFIELD PARK. And Ellen Condict, from Hillsdale Academy and Hillsdale College, reflects on a recent essay she wrote on the power of poetry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jenny Pursell, kindergarten teacher at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, Indiana, speaks with host Scot Bertram about teaching kindergarten, goals she has for her class, & seeing “the lightbulb moment” in students.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics: Constitution 101, RETURN OF THE STRONG GODS, Petrarch, & shooting sportsScot Bertram talks with Ronald Pestritto, Dean of the Graduate School, Professor of Politics, Charles and Lucia Shipley Chair in the American Constitution. about Hillsdale's new CONSTITUTION 101 online course. R.R. Reno, editor of First Things, discusses his recent book RETURN OF THE STRONG GODS. Matt Gaetano, from Hillsdale's history department, tells us about Petrarch. And Bart Spieth, range master for Hillsdale's Halter Shooting Sports Center shares an exciting announcement about the facility.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kyle & Tanja Swartz, parents of three students at Founders Classical Academy of Leander (Leander, Texas), along with a recent graduate now attending Hillsdale College, speak with host Scot Bertram about choosing a classical education, the results they've seen in their own children, and reading along with them over the summers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics: Football safety, RESISTANCE (AT ALL COSTS), the art of rhetoric, & the dedication of Hillsdale's Christ Chapel.Scot Bertram talks with John J. Miller, director of Hillsdale's journalism program and author of THE BIG SCRUM about safety measure in the game of football. Kim Strassel joins the show to discuss her latest book RESISTANCE (AT ALL COSTS): HOW TRUMP HATERS ARE BREAKING AMERICA. Hillsdale's Benjamin Beier teaches us on the art of rhetoric. And we listen back to highlights from the dedication of Hillsdale's new Christ Chapel.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eric Coykendall, Associate Director with the Hillsdale College Barney Charter School Initiative (BCSI), speaks with host Scot Bertram about BCSI, the benefits of a classical education, and the qualities of a healthy charter school.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Stephen Smith and Hugh Hewitt discuss the importance of Homer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics: Religious freedom, Chester A. Arthur, history of paper, and an honored Hillsdale alumnus.Scot Bertram talks with Korey Maas, Hillsdale assistant professor of history, about the history of religious freedom. John Pafford discusses his recent book CHESTER A. ARTHUR: THE ACCIDENTAL PRESIDENT. Hillsdale's Barbara Bushey takes us through the history of paper. And we chat with Tom Shafer '81, honored Hillsdale alumnus and President/COO of TCF Bank.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.