Davies Owens, Author at BaseCamp Live

Classical Cornerstones: Are We Aiming Too Low? The True Goal of Education with Dr. David Diener

February 18, 2025

Welcome to Classical Cornerstones, a special Best of Basecamp Live series! Over the years, we’ve had incredible conversations unpacking the foundational ideas of classical Christian education. In this series, we’re bringing back some of the most popular and essential episodes to help parents, educators, and school leaders better understand the core principles that make this movement so impactful. In this episode, Dr….

Australia’s Rapid Embrace of Classical Education and What It Means for You with Sarah Flynn

February 13, 2025

Classical Christian education is making waves across the world, and Australia is no exception. In this episode of BaseCamp Live, Sarah Flynn, a mother of five and a scholar of human flourishing, shares her eye-opening journey into classical education—first as a skeptic, then as a passionate advocate. From questioning modern education’s limitations to witnessing the…

Raising Sturdy Kids: The Overview with Keith McCurdy

February 7, 2025

Are we raising resilient, capable kids—or fragile, anxious ones? In this eye-opening episode, Keith McCurdy joins BaseCamp Live to expose the cultural shifts that have led to skyrocketing anxiety and emotional fragility in children. He explains why modern parenting has drifted from raising kids of character to chasing happiness and success, and how this shift…

Simple Change Strengthens Family- School Connection with Dr. Susan Crosier

January 28, 2025

In this inspiring episode of BaseCamp Live, Davies Owens sits down with Dr. Susan Crosier, head of school at Grace Preparatory Academy and a doctoral expert in parent engagement. Together, they unpack the vital connection between home and school, offering practical advice to help parents and educators align their efforts for the success of today’s children….

Why Every Child Needs the Power of a Blessing with John Trent

January 22, 2025

How can parents cultivate resilience and lasting joy in their children in today’s challenging world? In this episode of BaseCamp Live, Dr. John Trent, co-author of The Blessing, shares practical, faith-based tools to strengthen family bonds. Dr. Trent dives into the timeless principles of attachment, affirmation, and genuine commitment, offering actionable steps to help parents…

Raising Financially Wise Kids: Biblical Insights for Parents with John Thornton

January 16, 2025

Money – it’s everywhere, yet rarely talked about in depth, especially from a biblical perspective. Did you know that nearly half of Jesus’ parables address money? In this powerful episode, Dr. John Thornton, CPA and author of Jesus’ Terrible Financial Advice, joins Davies Owens to explore how we can guide our children to become wise…

Are You Sabotaging Your Parenting? Embracing the Unexpected with Scott Barron

January 7, 2025

Parenting and educating in a constantly changing world can feel overwhelming. In this insightful episode, Scott Barron, founder of School Growth and Educators Fellowship, shares his wisdom on navigating the challenges of raising and teaching children in what he calls an “uber-dynamic transient state.” Scott unpacks how to embrace change with humility, build trust within…

Why Most Kids Can’t Spot Propaganda (and what you can do) with Dr. Eliot Grasso

January 3, 2025

How can we equip the next generation to cut through the noise and think critically in a world saturated with misinformation? Dr. Eliot Grasso, Vice President of Gutenberg College, joins BaseCamp Live to tackle the challenge of “particles of propaganda” and how they shape our lives. Drawing on Jacques Ellul’s timeless insights, Dr. Grasso unpacks…

Stop Searching for Advice: Keith McCurdy’s Simple Truths That Actually Work

December 26, 2024

Parenting in today’s world is harder than ever, with countless voices offering advice that often feels confusing or contradictory. In this episode of BaseCamp Live, Keith McCurdy, a trusted counselor and expert with over 30 years of experience, dives into the challenge of finding trustworthy, biblical parenting wisdom. Keith unpacks why parents feel more overwhelmed…

The Secret to a Thriving Home Life in a Busy World, with Charity Gibson

December 17, 2024

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…

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