Hillsdale College Podcast Network Superfeed

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.

John Ottinger, Assistant Principal at Pineapple Cove Classical Academy in Palm Bay, Florida, speaks with host Scot Bertram about teaching literature, books that capture students' imaginations, and parental questions about classical education.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics: Impeachment, Justice Brett Kavanaugh, the rise and fall of the Roman Republic, and Louisa May Alcott.Scot Bertram talks with Mollie Hemingway, senior journalism fellow at Hillsdale, about the push for impeachment and recent stories regarding Justice Brett Kavanaugh. Hillsdale's Ken Calvert discusses the rise and fall of the Roman Republic. And Sarah Schutte (Hillsdale '18) makes the case for Louisa May Alcott as the great American writer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Larry P. Arnn joins Hugh Hewitt to discussSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matthew Spalding joins Hugh Hewitt to talk about Constitution Day and the Van Andel School of Government.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Abby Johnson, Math Teacher and Department Chair at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden, Colorado, speaks with host Scot Bertram about mathematical concepts, practical applications of the subject, and making math interesting for students.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics: Identity politics, Hong Kong, and master plots.Scot Bertram talks with Hillsdale's Mickey Craig about identity politics. Claudia Rosett has spent time on the ground reporting on the protests in Hong Kong. She shares what she has seen and heard. And Hillsdale's Dwight Lindley returns for his occasional series on basic literary concepts, this time discussing master plots.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rachel James, a teacher at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, Indiana, speaks with host Scot Bertram about foreign language instruction, teaching different grade levels, and support received from the Barney Charter School Initiative.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics: Hillsdale College's new graduate school in D.C., McCarthy on "A New Conservative Agenda," separation of powers in the Constitution, and what it takes to complete an Ironman Triathlon.Scot Bertram talks with Matthew Spalding, dean of the new Van Andel Graduate School of Government, about the launch of the program. Daniel McCarthy, editor of MODERN AGE, discusses his piece on "A New Conservative Agenda". During this Constitution Week, Hillsdale's Kevin Portteus examines the separation of powers found in the document. And Hillsdale's Cortney Meyet talks about what it takes t train for and complete and Iron Man Triathlon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Larry Arnn joins Hugh Hewitt to talk about the continuation of Brexit controversies and the courts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jordan Adams, an instructional coach with the Barney Charter School Initiative, speaks with host Scot Bertram about working with teachers, making history come alive, and the importance of studying Latin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gerrymandering decisions from the Supreme Court, China & Economic Warfare, and Jane Austen's PRIDE AND PREJUDICEScot Bertram talks with Hillsdale's Paul Moreno about the recent SCOTUS decision on gerrymandering and the history of how the Court has handled the issue. Roger Robinson from the Prague Security Studies Institute joins the show to discuss China and economic warfare. And Hillsdale's Lorraine Murphy continues our walk through the works of Jane Austen with PRIDE AND PREJUDICE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Larry Arnn joins Hugh Hewitt to talk about Brexit and Party Politics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ali Pries, Fourth Grade Teacher at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden, Colorado, speaks with host Scot Bertram about engaging students, teaching history, and the qualities of a great teacher.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics: Minimum wage proposals, Mary Grabar's DEBUNKING HOWARD ZINN, fast radio bursts, and Dennis Prager on American greatness.Scot Bertram talks with Charles Steele, Associate Professor of Economics at Hillsdale, about the minimum wage and proposals by Democrats to change the current law. Mary Grabar joins us to discuss her new book DEBUNKING HOWARD ZINN. Tim Dolch, from Hillsdale's physics department, introduces us to fast radio bursts. And nationally syndicated radio host and best-selling author Dennis Prager speaks about American greatness at a recent NLS event held by Hillsdale College.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Larry Arnn joins Hugh Hewitt to discuss Boris Johnson and Prorogation of Parliament.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jean marie Contreras, Director of Mathematics at Pineapple Cove Classical Academy in Florida, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the importance of studying math, helping students who need a little extra assistance, and working in a mission-centered environment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics: A look back the the most recent Supreme Court term, Andy McCarthy's BALL OF COLLUSION, and Montesquieu.Scot Bertram talks with Hillsdale's Adam Carrington for one last look back on the opinions issued during the most recent U.S. Supreme Court term. Andrew McCarthy discusses his new book BALL OF COLLUSION. And Hillsdale's Khalil Habib helps introduce and explain the political thought of Montesquieu.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tabitha Loy, Assistant Headmaster at Founders Classical Academy of Leander, TX, with host Scot Bertram about addressing parental concerns, encouraging student participation, and teaching one's own children.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics: Christianity in Politics, California's new ballot access law, the Trivium, & the opioid crisis in West Virginia.Scot Bertram talks with John Grant, associate professor of politics, about his class covering Christianity in politics. Derek Muller, Hillsdale graduate and now Pepperdine professor of law, discusses California's new ballot access law which mandates the release of tax returns. Ben Beier, education professor, helps us understand the trivium. And Judge Beth Walker, another Hillsdale alum, talks about her work on the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals and the opioid crisis affecting her state.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Arnn joins Hugh Hewitt to discuss China and Hong Kong.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Beier, Assistant Professor of Education at Hillsdale College, speaks with host Scot Bertram on motivating students with wonder and love, books that influenced his life, and tips for teachers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics: Methanol poisoning at resorts, Richard Nixon AFTER THE FALL, journalism around the time of the founding, & SPARTA'S FIRST ATTIC WARScot Bertram talks to Hillsdale chemistry professor Courtney Meyet about a spate of apparent methanol poisonings at vacation spots. Kasey S. Pipes discusses his latest book AFTER THE FALL on Richard Nixon's post-presidency. John J. Miller, director of Hillsdale's journalism department, describes the state of journalism around the founding. And Hillsdale's Paul Rahe share details from his new book, SPARTA's FIRST ATTIC WAR: THE GRAND STRATEGY OF CLASSICAL SPARTA, 478-446 B.C.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Larry Arnn joins Hugh Hewitt to discuss Lincoln and Churchill's political rhetoric in divisive times.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Larry Arnn joins Hugh Hewitt to discuss the British Parliament and Boris Johnson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Robert Garrow, principal at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden, Colorado, speaks with host Scot Bertram about explaining classical education to parents, school culture, and character formation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.