Dr. Claudia MacMillian
Founder and executive director of the Macmillan Institute with a PhD in literature; educator and scholar focusing on liberal education, the poetic imagination, and the critique of the 'myth of fact'.
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Nov 4, 2025 • 54min
The Myth of Fact
In this enlightening discussion, Dr. Claudia MacMillian, founder of the Macmillan Institute and a scholar in literature, shares her insights on the 'myth of fact' and its impact on education and human experience. She emphasizes that isolated facts lack the fullness of truth and that context is crucial. Dr. MacMillian advocates for cultivating the poetic imagination to enrich our understanding and empathy, highlighting the importance of reading whole works and embracing mystery. She urges a shift from performance-based education to soul formation, preparing us to engage more deeply with life.
