BaseCamp Live Podcast
Joining Parents and Educators on the Journey Raising the Next Generation with Classical Christian Education
Our Latest Episodes
Join us as we explore what it means to form students in truth, goodness, and beauty, prepare them to stand firm in an ever-changing world, and climb higher toward a vision that honors Christ in both the home and the classroom. Let’s raise the next generation of exceptionally prepared, compassionate, and thoughtful individuals!
The Good, the Bad, and the Overbooked: Rethinking Youth Sports with Keith McCurdy
Do sports build character—or just fill the calendar? In this Live Sturdy conversation, Christian counselor Keith McCurdy joins host Davies Owens to explore the role of athletics in the lives of students and families. From travel teams and over-scheduled lives to the hidden virtue of humility after a tough...
Truth, Lies, and Logic with Elizabeth Urbanowicz
In this episode, Davies Owens is joined by educator and apologist Elizabeth Urbanowicz, founder of Foundation Worldview, to tackle a challenge every Christian parent and teacher faces: raising kids to think clearly and biblically in a culture driven by feelings, relativism, and confusion. Elizabeth...
BONUS: ZipCast Unpacked – The Ultimate FAQ Episode with Davies Owens and Hannah Brusven
Curious about ZipCast? In this special bonus episode of BaseCamp Live, host Davies Owens sits down with his daughter Hannah to answer the most common questions schools ask about ZipCast—what it is, how it works, and why it’s become a game-changing communication tool for classical...
Raising Readers in a Digital World with Dorrie McKoy
Building Lifelong Readers: How Families and Schools Can Instill the Joy of Reading Reading is not a natural ability—it must be intentionally taught, cultivated, and modeled. In this episode, host Davies Owens is joined by educator and reading specialist Dorrie McKoy—who also happens to be...
3 Family Habits that will Strengthen Bonds in 5 Minutes with Jim Mhoon
What Do Strong Families Actually Do Each Day? Your family’s culture is shaped by the little things—how you say goodbye in the morning, whether you pray together, how often you share a meal. In this insightful conversation, Jim Mhoon, counselor and longtime Focus on...
Our Host
Davies Owens | Founder and Host
Davies Owens is a seasoned speaker, teacher, and entrepreneur, boasting over three decades of experience engaging with school leaders, parents, and students. With a primary goal of fostering confidence and clarity in education, he brings a wealth of expertise in classical Christian school leadership, honing proven strategies to help institutions thrive.
From hosting a Christian radio show during his undergraduate years to spearheading the BaseCamp Live podcast, Davies has a passion for leading from behind the microphone, sparking conversations, and inspiring intentional action. His journey, enriched by a master’s degree from Duke Divinity School and a doctorate from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, has seen him innovate online communities and speak globally on media and technology.
Having served in various roles in local church ministry and school leadership, Davies recognizes the profound impact of education in shaping the next generation. As the host of BaseCamp Live, he tirelessly advocates for classical Christian education’s accessibility, frequently speaking at conferences and engaging with educational institutions nationwide. Alongside his wife and children, Davies actively supports philanthropic efforts, demonstrating his commitment to mentoring youth and fostering community engagement.
Summer Flashback: Building Virtue at Home and School with Dr. Timothy Dernlan
How do we move virtue from a vague school value to a transformative life habit? In this special Summer Flashback episode, we revisit one of our most impactful conversations with Dr. Tim Dernlan, joined by two of his high school students. Recorded five years ago but more...