Anchored by the Classic Learning Test

On this episode of Anchored , Soren is joined by Kathy Rabideau and Sara Peterson. Kathy is the Founder of Catholic Schoolhouse , a classical homeschool curriculum and co-op network for Catholic homeschooling families. Sara is the Upper Level Coordinator for Catholic Schoolhouse and Director of the Harford County, MD chapter. They discuss the founding and growth of Catholic Schoolhouse and provide...

On this episode of Anchored , Jeremy and CLT’s Director of Homeschool Partnerships Kimberly Farley are joined by Dr. Paul Maurer, President of Montreat College in Montreat, NC. They discuss President Maurer’s academic interests, the mission of Montreat College, and his work to strengthen the institution’s Christ-centered identity. They also discuss Montreat’s COMPASS Summer Program for high school...

On this episode of Anchored , Jeremy is joined by Pete Peterson, Dean of the School of Public Policy at Pepperdine University in Mailbu, CA. He shares the story behind his calling to work in public policy, which led him to pursue a Master’s in Public Policy at Pepperdine. He also discusses the unique Christian, liberal arts identity of Pepperdine’s School of Public Policy, as well as the power of...

On this episode of Anchored , Jeremy is joined by Calvin University Provost Dr. Noah Toly, as well as CLT’s own Katie Prefontaine, who is an alumna of Calvin. They discuss the mission and history of Calvin University, campus traditions and culture, and the university’s commitment to the liberal arts.

On this episode of Anchored, Jeremy is joined by Spencer Klavan, host of the Young Heretics podcast and author of the new book How to Save the West: Ancient Wisdom for 5 Modern Crises . He discusses the roots of the Western intellectual tradition stemming from Athens and Jerusalem and the need to preserve this tradition for future generations.

On this episode of Anchored , Soren is joined by Josh Herring, Dean of Classical Education at Thales Academy in Apex, NC. He discusses the mission of Thales Academy to provide affordable classical education to students of all backgrounds. He also discusses his perspective on the shortcomings of mainstream education and shares habits for forming a robust intellectual life.

On this episode of Anchored , Soren is joined by Brett Harris and Kara Swanson, published authors and co-founders of The Author Conservatory , a college alternative that develops professional and creative writing skills. Brett and Kara discuss their unique educational backgrounds and careers as published authors, and share tips for young writers to nurture their talents while pursuing meaningful e...

On this episode of Anchored , Jeremy is joined by Dr. Marvin Berkowitz, the Sanford N. McDonnell Professor of Character Education at the University of Missouri-St. Louis. He is the author of PRIMED for Character Education: Six Design Principles for School Improvement . He discusses the need for character education during formative years, the relationship between developmental psychology and moral...

On this episode of Anchored , Soren is joined by Dr. Jonathan Randle, Dean of Humanities and Social Sciences at Mississippi College in Clinton, MS. He shares about his experiences as a student abroad at the University of Cambridge, where he earned his PhD at Emmanuel College. He also discusses how his liberal arts education at Mississippi College background prepared him for success in his graduate...

On this episode of Anchored , Soren is joined by Dr. Francis Su, Professor of Mathematics at Harvey Mudd College in Claremont, CA. He is also the author of the Euler Award-winning book, Mathematics for Human Flourishing , which explores the relationship between mathematics and the virtues essential to human flourishing. He discusses the beauty and wonder inherent in mathematics and the importance...

On this episode of Anchored , Jeremy is joined by Michael Hammond, President of Gordon College in Wenham, MA. They discuss Gordon College’s approach to preparing Christian students for the modern world, and share details about Gordon’s new Graduate Program in Classical School Leadership . They also discuss President Hammond’s academic interests and journey to academia.

On this episode of Anchored , Jeremy is joined by Katie Wiens, Executive Director of CESA - the Council on Educational Standards & Accountability . They discuss her journey from working in an organic chemistry lab to founding a Christian school in urban Boston. They also discuss her work with CESA and how they serve the needs of Christian schools across the country.

On this episode of Anchored, Jeremy is joined by Dr. Anthony Turner, Vice President of Enrollment at Charleston Southern University in Charleston, SC. Anthony tells of his journey to working in higher education after initially seeking a career in elementary education, including his unique experience of growing up with deaf parents. He also discusses reasons for declines in college enrollment and t...

On this episode of Anchored , CLT’s CFO Noah Tyler is joined by Dr. Dave Arnott, professor of Management and Economics at Dallas Baptist University . Dr. Arnott is the author of several books covering the intersection of Christianity and economics and is host of The Christian Economist podcast . The two discuss the liberating power of the free market, the relationship between economic principles a...

On this special episode of Anchored , Jeremy visits the University of Navarra with prominent leaders in the Catholic educational renewal movement. Sean Maltbie, Headmaster of Sacred Heart Academy in Grand Rapids, MI; Oscar Ortiz, Principal of Nolan Catholic High School in Fort Worth, TX; Brinton Smith, Superintendent of Schools for the Diocese of Fort Worth ; Elias Moo, Superintendent of Schools f...

On this episode of Anchored , Jeremy is joined by Andrew Pudewa, Founder and Director of the Institute for Excellence in Writing . He recounts his unique educational and life journey that ultimately led him to found IEW and convert to the Christian faith. The two discuss many of the problems facing mainstream education and explain how homeschooling provides a fruitful alternative to public schooli...

On this episode of Anchored , Jeremy is joined by Paul List and Ali Ghaffari, co-authors of the new book Mount Doom: The Prophecy of Tolkien Revealed . The three examine the mythology of Tolkien’s works, examining many of the psychological, spiritual, and philosophical themes and allegories present throughout. This supports their argument that Tolkien foresaw an over-reliance on technology and art...

On this episode of Anchored , Jeremy is joined by Keith Nix, head of the Veritas School in Richmond, VA, and Eric Cook, President of the Society for Classical Learning . The two are co-directors of Gordon College’s new graduate program in Classical School Leadership . They discuss some of the challenges faced by the classical renewal movement, providing insight as to how Gordon’s new graduate prog...

On this episode of Anchored , CLT’s Adam Roate is joined by Dr. Jason Jewell and Dr. Andrew Jacobs of Faulkner University ’s Center for Great Books and Human Flourishing. The two share about their educational journey and how Faulkner University fostered their love for classical education. They discuss the importance of faith in the academy, the value of overcoming challenges in education, and shar...

On this episode of Anchored , Jeremy is joined by Ginny Gentles, Director of the Education Freedom Center of the Independent Women’s Forum . They discuss Ginny’s background, which includes serving as a senior political advisor for the George W. Bush Administration, as well as championing school choice at the Florida Department of Education. They also discuss the harmful effects that radical ideolo...

On this episode of Anchored , Jeremy is joined by Dr. David Diener, Professor of Education at Hillsdale College . David shares how his educational journey led him to teach at a Christian school in Bogota, Colombia, before moving back to the US to pursue a passion in classical education. He emphasizes the need for good leadership in the classical renewal movement, and highlights the new Master of A...

On this episode of Anchored, Jeremy is joined by Tom Monaghan, founder of Domino’s Pizza and Ave Maria University , as well as Adam Kinnick, Associate Vice President of Enrollment Management at Ave Maria University. Tom recounts growing up in foster homes and Catholic orphanages across Michigan, working multiple jobs to pay for classes and textbooks as a young adult, and eventually founding Domino...

On this episode of Anchored, Jeremy is joined by Cassidy Syftestad, a Hillsdale College graduate and current third-year PhD student at the University of Arkansas studying Education Policy. Cassidy discusses how her family benefited from school choice while navigating the public school system and responds to common criticisms of school choice, emphasizing the need for freedom in education. She also...

On this episode of Anchored, Soren is joined by Dr. Jordan Almanzar, Professor at Magdalen College of the Liberal Arts in Warner, NH and teacher at Kolbe Academy . He discusses his new memoir, When the World Was Flat: One Boy’s Life at the Edge of the Millennium , which recounts his upbringing as a homeschool student in rural Colorado. He highlights many of the changes he has witnessed in society...

On this special episode of Anchored , guests Anika Prather and Doug Wilson continue their conversation on race relations in the United States. They engage in a lively discussion on topics including the value of classical education, the power of the gospel in creating racial healing, and the importance of listening to and understanding other perspectives. Join us for this special two-hour episode h...