Veritas Vox - The Voice of Classical Christian Education

Do you wonder how Omnibus (Veritas Press’ flagship integrated humanities curriculum) was created? Today, on the podcast, Ty Fischer gives you the origins story of Omnibus! Ty is the editor of Omnibus and Head of School for Veritas Academy in Lancaster, PA (not to be confused with Veritas Scholars Academy, the online school!)  After hearing about how Omnibus was created, stick around as Ty Fischer...

People look at classical education and assume its emphasis on history must mean that STEM skills are kicked to the back burner. But that’s far from the truth. Classical education focuses on critically thinking about the world around you– and our world is filled with math! Veritas Scholars Academy math teachers Mary Wright and Sarah Cartwright (a mother-daughter duo) take on this myth. They discuss...

What mindsets ought we to instill in our children to prepare them for the real world? Meet one of Veritas Scholars Academy’s first-ever and longest-standing teachers, Al Keller. He has been passionately teaching history, theology, and literature through the Veritas Press Omnibus program since nearly the beginning. Join as he shares great wisdom and perspective that can only come to fruition throug...

Get to know Steve Demme, the founder of Math-U-See! Hear how his passion for teaching math developed into a robust curriculum that ensured students master the foundational principles that set them up for success.   In the second half of the podcast, you’ll be encouraged by his latest endeavors of helping families deal with and avoid generational sins. How do math and generational sin connect? List...

Should the church involve itself in politics? How did the great Christian leaders of our past handle difficult political situations and what were the ramifications of those decisions? Author and media personality Eric Metaxas shares how historic evidence proves an emphatic “Yes!” to the church playing a key role in today’s politics.  Also, book lovers, be forewarned! This episode is chock-full of...

Is rhetoric just clever deception, or something more? Can you use tools like rhetoric and satire to the glory of God? Discover the psychology, history, and drama of the evolution of rhetoric with Veritas Scholars Academy teacher, author, and TEDx speaker Michael Collender. Want to dive deeper into the art of rhetoric? Check out Rhetoric of Love volume 1 and volume 2 . In this episode, Michael ment...

How do working homeschooling moms do it all? Are they just a rare breed of super mom?! Of course not! But there’s definitely a learning curve when it comes to creating a unique rhythm that works for every family when mom is both working and homeschooling.  If you’re a mom currently working, or if you’re considering working while your kids are still in school, you’ll want to listen to this episode...

How early is too early to think about college, and what can you do to get started? What if you don’t know how to encourage your teen who has no idea what they want to do after high school? If your child's not going to college, why in the world do they need this rigorous education? In this episode with Academic Advisor Susan Gimotty, we unpack all of these questions and more. You’ll walk away...

Do you ever find your children asking things like “Why do we go to this church?” or “Why do we follow that tradition?” What do we say when it seems like some of the things we do are considered “outdated” by the world’s standards? Join Veritas’ Director of Curriculum Development, Michael Eatmon, as we explore these questions and more! You will also get an exclusive preview of Veritas Press’ upcomin...

Is classical education a formula? Just mix Latin, reading the great books, inspire a little wonder and boom– just like that you have a perfectly educated student? Not exactly. It’s a little more nuanced than that.   In this episode, we are diving into education from all angles with Veritas Press's head of curriculum development, Michael Eatmon. If you’re trying to figure out what really matte...

Do you know who Gerard Groote is? We didn’t either! He played a major role in church history, but in a very unlikely way.  Pastor and founder of Franklin Classical School, George Grant encourages us with the value and benefits of classical Christian education even when things don't come to us as easily as they should.  Join us for a deep discussion on philosophy, politics, and reformation his...

Are you or someone you know deep in the trenches of toddlerhood and trying to balance teaching your big kids at the same time? Lexi Detweiler is here to chat about how you can make a one-room schoolhouse model work, how to actually get things done, and how spending time with young siblings can even be an education in itself for your big kids!

Do you feel unqualified to homeschool? Do you worry that homeschooling could stunt their social growth, limit their opportunities, and make them “weird”? Does it sound scary to do it all yourself? Lexi Detweiler is a young homeschool mom who asked these questions and more - and was surprised at the answers she discovered as she learned how to teach her kids. If you’ve ever worried that you are ina...

What is the biblical approach to things like racism and the social justice movement? Can education be morally neutral? Should we trust the government to educate our children? Pastor Voddie Baucham joins us all the way from Zambia to discuss these questions and more. Want to dig deeper into some of the questions discussed in this episode? Check out Voddie’s book Fault Lines .

What makes classical Christian education truly special? Why are the great classical books (even the pagan ones!) beneficial? What might Christians gain from reading secular materials? Veritas Scholars Academy Omnibus teacher Mary K. Andreades shares the answers to these questions. Plus, she tells the compelling story of how classical education and the Great Books played a role in her escape from t...

How can you equip your student(s) to become strong, clear, and compelling writers? What tools do students need to succeed? How do you help reluctant writers grow? Andrew Pudewa, the beloved founder of the Institute for Excellence in Writing, offers practical tips and insight in today’s episode of Veritas Vox! Want to level up your student’s writing abilities? We have professional teachers that wil...

What makes an online classical Christian school a more unique - and possibly even more desirable - experience than the brick-and-mortar alternative? How do you connect your child to learning in a way that makes them excited to continue doing it? Today we welcome back Veritas Scholars Academy Headmaster, Dr. Bob Cannon to answer these questions and more. You also will get an inside peek at the work...

In this episode, Marlin Detweiler helps you get to know Dr. Bob Cannon, the beloved Headmaster of Veritas Scholars Academy! Discover the story of how he came to faith in Christ, his journey into the world of education, and how he finally came to join our family at Veritas. Are you or someone you know at the start of your Christian life like Dr. Cannon was those years ago? This Westminster Shorter...

How important IS it to give your child a classical Christian education and critical thinking skills? Can they simply gain these skills in college, or does it take a much greater intentional foundation for these principals to take root?  David Goodwin returns to continue the conversation on education method comparisons from episode 5. Additionally, we also discuss how the past two years have aided...

Is a degree in education actually necessary or useful? Are classically educated students more likely to have close friends and keep their Christian faith into adulthood? Are homeschool and private Christian school graduates actually able to think for themselves? Tune in to hear David Goodwin (President of the Association of Classical and Christian Schools) discuss these questions and more with Mar...

Did you know that the Pledge of Allegiance was just a placeholder to help people move forward when Christianity was removed from America’s public schools? Did you ever stop to realize that there is more hope for a good, Christian education now than there was in the 1970s? Pete Hegseth (of Fox & Friends) and David Goodwin (President of the Association of Classical Christian Schools) reveal surp...

Rhetoric is the art and science of persuasive communication. Over the years, some have used its tools to abuse, exploit, and manipulate their audiences. Others have used their rhetorical skills to belittle their opponents and lampoon their views. Christians sometimes imitate these approaches, but should they? Isn’t there a better way to speak truth? Join Marlin & Laurie Detweiler as they discu...

Did you know that the relationship between Marlin Detweiler and Doug Wilson is over 30 years old? Over time there has been a distinct shift in how each man chooses to share about classical education and the Christian faith.  Join Marlin Detweiler and Doug Wilson as they continue and conclude their discussion on wit, rhetoric, and whether satirical language can be a tool in proclaiming biblical tru...

Marlin Detweiler challenges Doug Wilson on his rhetorical style of domination. This introductory episode of Veritas Vox is a debate on what voice Christians should be using to make our points: a rhetoric of love, or a rhetoric of domination.