
 The Theology Pugcast
 The Theology Pugcast Ben Merkle, Tom Price, and What They Learned about Learning at Oxford
 Jun 10, 2024 
 Ben Merkle, President of New Saint Andrews College, joins the hosts to discuss his time at Oxford and how those lessons are applied at NSA. They explore contrasts in educational systems, the influence of Oxford on students, navigating competition in academia, and challenges faced by educational institutions in the modern world. 
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 Intro 
 00:00 • 2min 
 Exploring the Educational Experience in Oxford 
 01:50 • 20min 
 Contrasts in Educational Systems and Shift to Online Learning 
 21:54 • 5min 
 Exploration of Oxford Influence on Students and Critique of Luxury Beliefs 
 26:36 • 3min 
 Navigating Competition and Insecurity in an Intellectual Environment 
 30:03 • 5min 
 Challenges and Renewal in Educational Institutions 
 34:41 • 18min 
 Form and Purpose in the Christian Context 
 52:20 • 5min 

