The Classical Mind for the Classical Life

Join Christ College professors Dale Stenberg and Tyler Bauer as they unpack timeless lessons from Boethius' masterpiece The Consolation of Philosophy , written from prison as the author faced execution. Discover how this 6th-century philosopher's insights can help you navigate life's hardest moments and find meaning when circumstances seem bleakest. ## In This Episode:  - How philos...

This episode is brought to you by Christ College, a classical liberal arts college that provides an affordable education in the Christian Intellectual Tradition. Dr. Bradford Littlejohn specializes in theological history and ethics. His new book, Called to Freedom , helps Christians recover a deep sense of Christian liberty in an age of license.  In addition to his current work, Dr. Littlejohn is...

This episode comes from Tyler's web project, The Classical Thinkery. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to The Classical Thinkery and share! Here, Tyler discusses the basics of the seven Liberal Arts, with a focus on the first three, known as the "Trivium:" Grammar, Logic, and Rhetoric. These tools, the "Liberal" Arts, are the tools needed for becoming a free th...

In this episode, Dale and Tyler sit down with Dr. Todd Bates, president of Christ College in Satellite Beach, Florida. Dr. Bates has over 30 years teaching the humanities at the collegiate level and is an expert on humanities education. This episode covers the basics of the liberal arts and what such an education can provide. They also briefly talk about the benefits of enrolling at Christ College...

In this episode, Dale and Tyler talk with (almost!) Dr. Joe Carlson about his works on Dante's Divine Comedy . Joe is an expert on Dante and, not only has he provided a fresh translation of the Comedy, he has also produced a helpful series of reader guides. We hope that as you journey through hell, purgatory, and up to paradise, you will find Joe's work to be a helpful road map. (Note: T...

In this episode, Dale and Tyler talk with Dr. Travis Dickinson, professor of philosophy at Dallas Baptist University. They discuss what roles logic, philosophy, and apologetics play in the Christian life. Dr. Travis Dickinson Dr. Dickinson's Youtube Channel Dr. Dickinson's Books Stand Firm: Apologetics and the Brilliance of the Gospel Logic and the Way of Jesus: Thinking Critically and C...

In this episode, Dale and Tyler talk with Dr. Coleman Ford about his newest book, Ancient Wisdom for the Care of Souls . (Which has already gone into its 2nd printing!) This conversation centers on how to incorporate classical sources as a resource for both pastoral theology and education. Dr. Ford's Faculty Page Dr. Ford's other books Formed in His Image: A Guide for Christian Formation...

In this episode we sit down with Dr. Christipher Perrin to discuss a recent podcast he released on Scholé over schooling. We also talk about a classical approach to college and the liberal arts in general. Enjoy! Classical Academic Press The Christopher Perrin Show Cafe Scholé An Introduction to Classical Educaiton Did you know that the hosts of The Classical Mind have other podcasts? Check them o...

In this episode, Dale and Tyler talk with Dr. Louis Markos about the Classical Christian Paideia and how to understand it in the context of the classical Christian school. They also talk about pretty much everything under the sun. Enjoy! Dr. Louis Markos From Plato to Christ Myth Made Fact Check out Dale and Tyler's other podcasts, here! Dale- Pilgrim Faith Tyler- God and Other Small Stuff

In this inaugural episode, Dale and Tyler have a discussion with Andrew Kern, President of the CiRCE Institute, about his forthcoming book, Unless the Lord Builds the Hosue. They also discuss some of Kern's thoughts on classical education. Enjoy! CiRCE Institute Unless the Lord Builds the House The Atrium Did you know that the hosts of The Classical Mind have other podcasts? Check them out be...