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Send us Fan Mail What Students Read In 1776 | The Books That Shaped The Revolution Have you ever wondered which books shaped the American founding or ignited the Revolution? In this episode, I cover the books the founders would have studied at Harvard or Yale and provide a breakdown of those that would have shaped their thinking. From John Adams, Nathan Hale, John Hancock, Patrick Henry, to the fa...

Send us Fan Mail There are 10 books that I believe can help build a man. And these 10 books will be a guidepost of sorts along your journey. I often ask myself... What happens when men start reading again? It is a question we should consider answering. Your habits, character, and life may depend on the quality of the books you read. So, we have to choose wisely. Welcome to Coffee Break Tuesday! In...

Send us Fan Mail Finally! The last book in the 8-book reading series is complete. This project took much longer than anticipated, but such is life. I truly hope you enjoy Thomas G. West's take on The Political Theory of the American Founding. It is a great book that examines how natural law, moral education, and religion have influenced our Constitution and government. It is a great book, and...

Send us Fan Mail Sorry, I disappear from time to time. Sometimes life just gets busy, and other adventures are to be had. The most enjoyable part of life is not knowing what is coming next. If you would like to support my channel, please subscribe. You can explore some of my favorite books listed below.    The Best Writing Journals: • https://amzn.to/4hrj5XE Books Mentioned In Video: Silis Mariner...

Send us Fan Mail There are so many great books to choose from, but time limits us to just a few. Which ones are truly worth picking up, and what makes a book worth reading? To read or not to read? That is the question. Hope you enjoy the video! If you would like to support this series, please consider purchasing my coffee (linked below) or exploring some of my favorite books listed below.    The B...

Send us Fan Mail 60,000 Strong | And I’ll Shave My Beard at 100K Subscribers. Happy New Year, everyone!! Thanks for all the support over the past couple of years! The kind words and encouragement have gotten us this far. So... At 100K subscribers (if we get there), I will shave my beard off for at least one video! Thanks again for all the love, and stay blessed! Legentibus: https://legentibus.com/...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when men start reading again? It is a question we should consider answering. Men are reading less than ever, and it's not just a problem of attention. It's a crisis of thought, discipline, and direction. Welcome to Coffee Break Tuesday! In this video, we explore how books build men and why reading matters now more than ever. Join me on this epic journey to r...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome everyone! It is great to see you back! In this video, we break down Emerson’s most important essays and explore why his warnings about conformity, distraction, and the loss of inner authority matter more today than ever. From Self-Reliance to the Over-Soul, we will discuss some of Ralph Waldo Emerson's best work. Below are the Emerson essays we are going to cover. The...

Send us Fan Mail Has a book ever reshaped how you view the world? Sometimes books can hold the power to do just that. Deep reading can lead you down an Odyssey that you might not be ready for. But you will grow in the process, just like Odysseus. I hope you enjoy this episode! The Best Writing Journals: • https://amzn.to/4hrj5XE Books in Video: • The Odyssey: https://amzn.to/3JkJom1 • Areopagitica...

Send us Fan Mail I have put the coffee business on hold for now. It has been a truly educational experience, but it is time to refocus on the family and plan out the next phase for the channel. My goals of creating a community around great coffee and excellent books will continue, but just in a different direction for now. I have truly enjoyed the community that has formed here, and I would like t...

Send us Fan Mail You are in for a treat! The Road to Serfdom is a marvelous book that helps explain the impacts of collectivism and individualism colliding. The results are often division, conflict, and war. Have we followed any of Friedrich Hayek's advice? The end of truth is upon us, and the age of resentment has arrived. Without the foundations of morality that sustain our culture, I fear...

Send us Fan Mail Most people say they don’t have time to read, but the truth is, they’re just distracted. In this video, I provide four helpful tips on how to reclaim your time, build a daily reading habit, and reconnect with the discipline that fosters greatness.  Below are the four topics discussed in this video.  1. Limit Inputs. 2. Use listening as a strategy.  3. Choose activities that allow...

Send us Fan Mail Western Civilization was once the center of faith, philosophy, and freedom, which it inherited from its ancient neighbors. From the cathedrals of Europe to the wisdom of Greece and Rome, Western civilization gave the world meaning, order, and hope. But today, that inheritance is crumbling. Empty churches, forgotten books, broken families, and a culture drowning in distraction all...

Send us Fan Mail John Milton’s "Samson Agonistes" is one of the most powerful tragic poems ever written. The story of Samson, blinded, betrayed, and enslaved, reflects Milton’s own struggles after the English Revolution. He would also be blind at the time of creating this poem. This video explores the downfall of Samson, his final act of strength, and the deeper meaning behind Milton’s t...

Send us Fan Mail Men are reading less than ever, and it's not just a problem of attention. It's a crisis of thought, discipline, and direction. In this video, we explore why reading matters now more than ever, what we're losing without it, and how reclaiming books could be the beginning of reclaiming ourselves. The stats don’t lie. The consequences are more profound than you think....

Send us Fan Mail Why Do People Give Up Their Freedom So Easily? | "Discourse On Voluntary Servitude" - Boetie HEY!!! Welcome back, everyone!  Étienne de La Boétie's Discourse on Voluntary Servitude is a powerful political essay that explores why people willingly submit to tyranny. Written in the 16th century, La Boétie argues that oppressive rulers maintain power not through strengt...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to coffee break Tuesday! So, you're interested in a classical or liberal education and don't know where to start. I have been there. In this video, I share my experience with the classical reformation, as I call it, and provide the resources I use for myself and my family. I hope you enjoy it. It is never too late to start. Hope you enjoy!  If you would like to s...

Send us Fan Mail Paradise Regained by John Milton is an epic poem that recounts Jesus's temptation in the wilderness by Satan. This video covers books 3 and 4 of Paradise Regained, as there are four books total. Join us as we witness the battle between good and evil and ultimately bruise the heel of Satan. The Son of God is in for a long, hard struggle, and his foe is no other than Satan hims...

Send us Fan Mail Hey! Do not let this book intimidate you. Read it slowly and contemplate the ideas. It is a marvelous book indeed. Objective Values vs. Moral Relativism: Lewis critiques the idea that all value judgments are merely subjective expressions of personal feelings, arguing that there are objective standards of right and wrong that exist independently of human opinion. The Tao: He introd...

Send us Fan Mail "Paradise Regained By John Milton - A Journey Through The Wilderness With Jesus (Books 1 & 2)" Paradise Regained by John Milton is an epic poem about Jesus being tempted in the wilderness by Satan. This video covers books 1 and 2 of Paradise Regained, as there are 4 books total. Join us as we witness the battle between good and evil and ultimately bruise the heel of...

Send us Fan Mail Glad to have you back again as we chow down on a little humble pie! In June of 2024, I quit my day job and ventured into the world of entrepreneurship and family connection. I roasted coffee, drank coffee, and hung out with the family more during this period than I had in the past few years. It was a great break. But like all good things in life, they can't last forever. It i...

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Send us Fan Mail Listening to books can be just as impactful and important as reading books. There are so many benefits to listening to books, such as hearing the names and places pronounced correctly and the convenience of consuming books while completing other tasks. Audiobooks also allow you to remember the narration and the sound of the characters to stick out in your mind more. If you read an...

Send us Fan Mail I truly hope you enjoy my review of the Social Contract by Rousseau. He is a fantastic writer and very enjoyable to read, especially regarding philosophy.  His work, in my opinion, is still in the process of being lived out and proven. This means this work is very current, and he discusses many of the issues we face in the book. Below are a few main points about the Social Contrac...

Send us Fan Mail What you choose to read matters more than you may think. In this episode, I discuss the importance of choosing books wisely to bring joy and knowledge through the love of reading. Reading books can impact your life more than you think and reading the right books can help you live a good life. I hope you enjoy the video! • COFFEE Website: http://cedarotacoffee.com/ * Use Code &quot...