Virtue Formation

A Framework for Classical Education with Lindsey Ralls (Series: What is Classical Christian Education?)

What does classical Christian education actually mean? In this episode of BaseCamp Live, host Davies Owens continues the ongoing series on classical Christian education with guest Lindsey Ralls, Upper School Head at Summit Christian Academy. Together, they explore a practical framework for understanding the heart behind classical Christian education, not simply as a method or…

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Beyond Slogans: Can Virtue Actually Be Taught? with Sharon Carlson

How do we move students from simply talking about truth, goodness, and beauty to actually living those ideals out in everyday life? In this episode of BaseCamp Live, Davies Owens is joined by Sharon Carlson for a thoughtful conversation about what it means to develop an “operational theology” , a faith that shapes not just…

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SERIES: What is Classical Christian Education? with Dr. Michael Adkins

In this next episode in the BaseCamp Live series exploring classical Christian education, Davies Owens welcomes Dr. Michael Adkins for a thoughtful conversation about what classical Christian education really is and why that question matters so much for families, schools, and the future of society. Dr. Adkins brings both historical depth and practical insight as…

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Summer Flashback: How the Great Books Impact Modern Life with A.J. Hanenburg and Graeme Donaldson

In this lively and thought-provoking Summer Flashback episode of BaseCamp Live, Davies Owens is joined by AJ and Graeme – hosts of the Classical Stuff You Should Know podcast – for a conversation that’s anything but dry. With humor and deep insight, they explore the enduring value of the Great Books and why these ancient texts still…

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Summer Flashback: Are Classical Schools Elitist? with Megan Atherton

In this summer flashback episode of BaseCamp Live, host Davies Owens revisits an insightful conversation with Megan Atherton, founder of Common Sense Classical and program director at Golden View Classical Academy. Megan addresses a common concern: Is classical Christian education elitist? She explores why many prospective families feel intimidated by the uniforms, rigorous curriculum, and…

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Classical Essentials: The Key to Inspiring Children to Seek Truth and Goodness with Nick Duncan

Welcome to Classical Essentials, a special Best of Basecamp Live series! For many classical Christian educators, truth and goodness take center stage, while beauty is often treated as an afterthought. Yet beauty is not just an aesthetic extra—it is foundational. When rightly understood, beauty deepens our understanding of truth and goodness, shapes our affections, and…

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Classical Essentials: Why Your Christian Kids Should Read the Pagan Classics with Dr. Louis Markos

Welcome to another Classical Essentials, 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…

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

Welcome to Classical Essentials, 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….

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I’ve Got Friends with Christopher Perrin

Get ready to uncover the profound influence of friendship on classical Christian education with our guest, Dr. Chris Perrin. Embark on this enlightening journey as we dissect the types of friendships defined by Aristotle and their implications within educational communities. We’ll also shed light on how teachers can use curriculums to instill virtue and demonstrate…

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