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Classical Et Cetera
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Can Classical Conversations & Memoria Press Work Together? | Classical Et Cetera Mailbag
This week on Classical Et Cetera. it’s another Mailbag episode! We’re answering all your homeschool and classical education questions. Should you teach with…
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Classical Education in a Casual Age: Let’s Be Formal Again
As classrooms grow more casual, is something important being lost? This week’s Classical Et Cetera tackles the question of formality in both schools and…
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A Scenic Route to the Liberal Arts (There's Lots Of Et Cetera)
It takes us a while to get there, but it’s worth the journey! In this episode of Classical Et Cetera, Tanya, Martin, and Paul share what they’re reading…
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Why American Democracy Is Breaking—and How Classical Education Can Fix It
What’s behind the decline of American democracy—and can education fix it? In this episode of Classical Et Cetera the team discusses why the health of our…
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Why Poetry Belongs in Classical Education Curriculum
What does poetry offer that prose cannot? In this week’s Classical Et Cetera, we explore how verse builds literacy, memory, and a love of language. Discover…
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Why Writing Things Down Is IMPORTANT | Note-Taking Tips for a Classical Education
Why does writing things down matter? In this episode of Classical Et Cetera, we dive into journaling, commonplace books, and note-taking tips within a…
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Ask Us Anything! Classical Et Cetera Mailbag
In this special mailbag episode of Classical et Cetera, we are answering questions straight from our listeners! From classical education and the history of…
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Horatius at the Bridge & Memory Work in Classical Education
Why do students in classical education memorize all 70 stanzas of Thomas Babington Macaulay’s Horatius at the Bridge? In this episode of Classical Et Cetera…
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How to Teach the Dark Parts of History: Columbus, Slavery, Holocaust
What does it mean to teach history truthfully? In this episode of _Classical Et Cetera_ , we tackle how to teach Christopher Columbus facts with honesty, from…
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Should Students Study Pagan Beliefs in a Classical Education?
On this week's Classical Et Cetera, Memoria Press takes on one of our most common questions in classical Christian education: Why should Christians study…
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How the Founding Fathers' Classical Education Shaped America
Who were the Founding Fathers — and what is the education that shaped them? In this episode of _Classical Et Cetera_ , we explore the rigorous classical…
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August vs September: When Should You Start School?
This week's Classical Et Cetera is our official back-to-school episode! Join us as we consider not just dates on a calendar but the seasonality of school…
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Learning Latin as an Adult: A Beginner’s Guide from Classical Educators
Where should adults start with classical education? In this episode of Classical Et Cetera, we share our top book recommendations for anyone looking to begin…
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What Are the Liberal Arts? Not What College Told You!
Curious what a liberal arts education really is? What trivium and quadrivium mean? In this episode of Classical Et Cetera, we unpack the historic meaning of…
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Life-Changing Books That Inspired Our Classical Education
What books lit the spark for your love of classical education? In this episode of Classical Et Cetera, our team shares the life-changing books that first…
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Reading Habits for Adults: Tips & Tricks from Classical Educators
How do adults actually find time to read in their daily lives? In this episode of Classical Et Cetera, we dive into the real-life reading habits of classical…
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Should Students Use AI? Classical Education vs. Technology in Schools
In this episode of Classical Et Cetera, we take a hard look at the role of technology in education—especially in classrooms committed to classical learning…
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Would Classical Et Cetera Resist the Power of the One Ring?
What does The Lord of the Rings teach us about self-denial? In this episode of Classical Et Cetera, the team explores the virtue of temperance—what it is, why…
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Why Classical Education Works—and Modern Education Often Doesn’t
Modern education often promises freedom and creativity—but does it deliver? In this episode of Classical Et Cetera, we take a closer look at why traditional…
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Modern Art vs Classical Art: What Students Should Really Learn
What role should art play in a classical education—and how do we teach it well? In this episode, Kyle Janke, author of _A Classical History of Art_ , joins the…
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Who Are YOU To Define Classical Education? Memoria Press Mailbag!
What is classical education, really—and who gets to define it? In this special mailbag episode of Classical Et Cetera, we answer questions straight from our…
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What Classical Education REALLY Means — Traditional, Progressive, Neoclassical & More
What do people _really_ mean when they say "classical," "traditional," or "progressive" education? In this episode of Classical Et Cetera, we break down the…
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Why Characters Like Jane Eyre and Frodo Still Inspire Us
What is fortitude—and why does it matter in literature and life? In this episode, the we explore the virtue of fortitude through the lens of beloved characters…
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How to Teach Classical Education: Socratic Teaching, Coaching, and Beyond!
How should we teach classical education? In this episode of Classical Et Cetera, we dive into the real work of teaching—exploring what it means to guide…
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Tradition, Ceremony, and Graduation: Why They Still Matter for Your School
What role do ceremonies and traditions play in shaping school culture? From graduations to recitation days, we explore how formal rituals create meaning, build…
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Classical Education for Adults: Book List & Reading Recommendations
Where should adults start with classical education? In this episode of Classical Et Cetera, we share our top book recommendations for anyone looking to begin…
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Antigone to Aslan: Literary Analysis of the Lost Virtue that Still Moves Us
What is the meaning of piety and how does it resonate with us today? In this episode of Classical Et Cetera, the team dives into the ancient and timeless…
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Teaching Logic and Language in Classical Education | Memoria Press Logic Explained
Logic — how does its study shape language, learning, and classical education? In this episode of Classical Et Cetera, the team explores the role of logic in a…
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What does Classical Education Look Like in High School? | Memoria Press Curriculum Overview
Homeschool Curriculum in High School? Let's talk about it! This week's Classical Et Cetera breaks down how our Upper School education works—subject by subject…
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Let's Debunk the Myth of Chronological History
Most history programs follow a strict chronological timeline—but is that really the best way to teach history? This episode of Classical Et Cetera instead…
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What's the Meaning of Sacrifice in Literature Curriculum?
In this episode of Classical Et Cetera, we explore the theme of sacrifice across classic stories—from Charlotte’s Web to Anna Karenina—and how these examples…
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Christian Homeschool Curriculum: How to Teach the Bible & Church History!
In this episode of Classical Et Cetera, we explore the foundations of teaching the Bible through a classical Christian education. The team discusses how…
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How Memoria Press Teaches Classical Education to Grammar School Students
This week on Classical Et Cetera, we dive into our Grammar School Curriculum! Memoria Press Grades 3-6 builds a strong educational foundation, and our cast…
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How the Greatest Public Speakers Shaped American History
The greatest public speakers in American history delivered speeches that shook the world and shaped the nation we know today. In this episode of Classical Et…
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Ancient Rome Explained ... With Flashcard Facts!
This week's Classical Et Cetera dives into Ancient Roman history with a fast-paced overview of key facts about Rome — all explained in a 101 flashcard-style…
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Debunking Common Myths About Learning Latin
This week's Classical Et Cetera tackles the common myths about learning Latin, shedding light on how a Memoria Press Classical Education makes Latin more…
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How to Teach Writing: Classical Composition & Ancient Writing Explained
From homeschool education to classical classrooms, teaching writing skills has always been essential for shaping great thinkers. But what is the best writing…
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Farmer Boy to Wendell Berry: Exploring Nature in Classical Education
In this week’s Classical Et Cetera, we explore the value of simple living through an agrarian lens. Drawing inspiration from _Farmer Boy_ , Wendell Berry, and…
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Classical Education and AI: What’s the Future of Knowledge?
From homeschool curriculum to brick-and-mortar education, artificial intelligence challenges our abilities in raising educated thinkers. This week's Classical…
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Is Your Child Ready? Kindergarten Prep & Skills in a Classical Education
Starting kindergarten is a big step for any child, and the right preparation can make all the difference. In this week's Classical Et Cetera, we take a closer…
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Charlotte Mason Explained: A Classical Education Perspective (Part 3)
In Part 3 of our Charlotte Mason series, the panel dives deeper into the connections between Mason’s philosophy and Classical Education. Charlotte Mason’s…
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How to Create and Run a Private School with Memoria Press
Looking at starting a classical, Christian school? Look no further than Memoria Press! This week's Classical Et Cetera explores the challenges and…
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Classical Education in Action: Homeschooling Tips for Primary Grades
Classical Et Cetera returns for its first episode of 2025! This week, we're answering a listener question: What is the objective of Memoria Press curriculum in…
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Christmas Book Exchange with Classical Et Cetera
Merry Christmas from Memoria Press and Classical Et Cetera! This week, the core four exchange books—stick around to see if Martin’s gift comes straight from…
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Charlotte Mason Explained: A Classical Education Perspective (Part 2)
In Part 2 of our series on Charlotte Mason, the panel unpacks more nuances of her educational philosophy and its place in today’s homeschooling landscape. We…
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Charlotte Mason Explained: A Classical Education Perspective (Part 1)
Charlotte Mason homeschool curriculum takes center stage this week on Classical Et Cetera as we explore her philosophy and its comparison to Classical…
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Why Beauty Matters in Classical Education
Is beauty objective or subjective? It's not an easy question, but Classical Et Cetera aims for an answer this week! Our discussion delves into the nature of…
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Socratic Method of Questioning | Teaching Critical Thinking Through Dialogue and Debate
This week on Classical Et Cetera, we dive into the philosophy behind the Socratic Method and its relevance in teaching critical thinking through questions and…
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From Aristotle to Machiavelli: Political Theory, Leadership, and Ethics Explored
This week's Classical Et Cetera features a discussion on politics and civic engagement. From the common good approach in ethics to the philosophy of leadership…
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Teaching Latin and Classical Languages | Balancing Rigor and Motivation
This week on Classical Et Cetera, we dive into the intricacies of teaching classical languages, focusing on Latin. In a world where memorization of ancient…
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Are You Smarter Than a 7th Grader? | American History Pop Quiz!
Election Day is coming up, so we’re cooling things down with a fun pop quiz! In this week’s Classical Et Cetera, host Jessica Gardner challenges three Memoria…
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Should We Still Read Ancient Texts? | Classical Education Explained
As a publisher in the world of classical education, Memoria Press is often asked: Why do you write new books and guides rather than directly utilizing ancient…
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The Chosen By Chaim Potok | Book Club, Questions, & Discussion | SPOILERS
This week on Classical Et Cetera, we dive into Chaim Potok’s The Chosen—a thought-provoking story about friendship, faith, and the clash between tradition and…
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Are Parents Qualified to Homeschool Their Children?
This week on Classical Et Cetera, we tackle a question many parents face: Are you really qualified to homeschool your children? The answer lies in the unique…
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Mastering Arithmetic to Calculus in Classical Education!
This week's Classical Et Cetera dives into the world of math, exploring the full journey from arithmetic to calculus through the lens classical education…
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Reading Habits that Foster an Intellectual Life!
In this episode of Classical Et Cetera, we explore the essential reading habits that can transform your intellectual life! Join us as we discuss practical…
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Homeschool Tips to Start the School Year!
Need some tips or encouragement for starting your homeschool year strong? Classical Et Cetera is here with some advice! For a Mom or Dad teaching their student…
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Why Memoria Press Works: Comparing Classical Education to Modern Learning
Memoria Press offers curriculum, support, and structure in education. But how does our method compare to the countless other ways of educating your child? This…
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How to Learn Latin for Beginners | Practical Advice from Classical Educators
This week's Classical Et Cetera is all about the "how" of Latin 101! Whether you are learning or teaching the language as a beginner, it is never too late to…
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Should We Teach Students How or What to Think? | Classical Education vs. Modern Education
This week's Classical Et Cetera addresses an important question about traditional education: What is the difference between teaching children *how* to think…