Balancing the demands of work, family, and faith can leave parents feeling stretched thin and overwhelmed. In this episode of BaseCamp Live, Charity Gibson, author of The Working Homemaker, shares practical wisdom for Christian parents who desire a thriving home life, no matter how busy their days may be. From cultivating deep, lasting relationships with your children to redeeming the little moments that often slip by unnoticed, Charity offers encouragement and actionable tips to help families resist the pull of busyness and distraction.

Whether you’re a mom working outside the home, a dad managing the juggling act, or a parent striving to make every moment count, this episode will inspire you to embrace intentional parenting and create a home life that reflects your family’s values.

Tune in for practical advice, thoughtful reflections, and renewed encouragement on the journey of raising the next generation!

How can we create spaces where children feel secure, valued, and empowered to thrive? In this episode, Davies Owens is joined by Dr. Noah Brink to explore the transformative power of belonging in the lives of children. Together, they unpack three essential pillars—boundaries, bravery, and belovedness—that help foster meaningful connections at home and in schools. From practical family rituals to insights on celebrating individual gifts within a community, this conversation equips parents and educators to nurture the next generation with confidence and grace. Discover how belonging isn’t just a feeling but a cornerstone of raising thoughtful, resilient, and flourishing individuals.

In this episode of Base Camp Live, Keith McCurdy shares insights on raising resilient and grounded young women in a culture filled with conflicting messages and challenges. Joined by host Davies Owens and his daughter Hannah, they discuss practical strategies for fostering emotional strength, identity, and capability in daughters, emphasizing the role of parents, faith, and intentional community. From navigating emotions to encouraging risk-taking and adventure, this conversation offers timeless wisdom and actionable steps for shaping sturdy girls who thrive in any season of life

In this episode of Base Camp Live, host Davies Owens welcomes Dr. Brian Polk, a seasoned classical educator and director at the College of the Ozarks, to discuss the vital topic of training and certifying teachers and schools in the classical Christian education movement. Together, they explore how schools can ensure both academic rigor and faith formation through accreditation and teacher development programs. Dr. Polk highlights the growing collaboration among classical Christian schools and organizations to uphold high standards of education, emphasizing the critical role of mentorship, professional development, and accreditation tailored to this unique model. Whether you’re a parent curious about your school’s approach or a school leader seeking resources, this episode provides valuable insights into the thriving movement of classical Christian education.

In this episode of Base Camp Live, host Davies Owens speaks with Kevin Goodnight, author of Dad Voted: Dads Devoted to Discovering Their Duty, Direction, and Destiny, about the vital role fathers play in shaping their children’s hearts, minds, and faith. Kevin shares insights from his personal journey and offers practical strategies for dads to engage more intentionally at home—through small daily actions, modeling faith and love, and creating trust-filled relationships. With a focus on spiritual leadership, Kevin emphasizes the profound impact fathers have on their children’s lifelong faith and character development, offering encouragement and resources for dads to step confidently into their God-given calling.

In this episode of BaseCamp Live, Davies Owens sits down with Emily Harrison to explore the challenge of managing screen time in today’s tech-saturated world. Emily, a mother and advocate for reducing screen time, shares practical tips for guiding children through their screen-filled environments, whether at home or in school. Drawing from her experience as a ScreenStrong ambassador and classical Christian educator, Emily provides insights on how to approach technology with wisdom and balance in a way that nurtures both faith and family.

How can students make wise choices when faced with tough decisions? When life offers multiple paths, how do they know which one to take? Do they have the personal convictions to guide them, regardless of the situation or consequences? Personal convictions reflect our deepest values and faith commitments. As we raise the next generation, it’s our responsibility to help them develop these deeply held beliefs. Especially as they approach high school, how can we prepare them to make sound decisions, both at home and in the classroom? Join us as we explore this important topic with expert Tami Peterson, founder of Life Architects Coaching on this important episode of BaseCamp Live.

Curriculum—it’s something most parents rarely think about, unless you’re involved in homeschooling or collaborative learning. Even then, you might follow a classical approach without much thought. But curriculum is the software that powers classroom learning, and for those of us who didn’t experience classical education, it can seem quite different from what we remember.
Where did the traditional history and English classes go? What’s all this talk about an integrated curriculum? And most importantly, will this truly prepare our children for the challenges of the modern world?

Join us as we explore these questions and more on today’s episode of BaseCamp Live!

In today’s episode, we’re exploring a transformative concept championed by Keith McCurdy: the shift from raising children as consumers to nurturing them as contributors. In a world that often prioritizes “me first,” this mindset asks a different question: “How can I help?”But how does this philosophy play out in real life? The Classical School of Wichita put it to the test, and the results are inspiring. Their school culture has been transformed as students have taken ownership—not just of their learning, but of their entire community. From leading projects to supporting each other, these students have become active contributors.Join us as we delve into their journey with Classical School of Wichita teachers Grant Bickell and Evan Adams who share practical ways you can encourage your own children to become contributors, both at home and in school. This is an episode you won’t want to miss—right here on BCL!

Education is about more than college admissions and job prospects—it’s about the formation of the human soul and cultivating in our children a love for the true, the good, and the beautiful. Yet, we still need reliable ways to measure learning. If grades and test performance aren’t the focus, how do we realistically assess academic progress? As even colleges move away from traditional standardized tests, finding appropriate and reliable methods for evaluation is more important than ever. In this episode, we explore some of the best tools for measuring progress both in the classroom and at home with Soren Schwab, the VP of Partnerships at the Classic Learning Test. You don’t want to miss this episode!