Veritas Vox - The Voice of Classical Christian Education

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 the cult of Christian Science and gave her a strong alternative when her children’s school began teaching alternative gender ideology.

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 will guide your student through Andrew’s IEW curriculum in our live online classes. Help your student develop a love of writing today!

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 workings of the world’s largest online Christian school - from keeping and improving the faculty to a taste of international culture. 

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 Catechism book is a helpful and clear way for both new and seasoned Christians to study the core teachings of the Bible.

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 the classical Christian education movement, what it takes to start a classical school, and get a sneak peek into David Goodwin’s new book, Battle for the American Mind.

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 Marlin Detweiler! Plus, David will give you the inside scoop about Good Soil - a survey that compares and reveals how public schooled, private schooled, and homeschooled students hold up in the world as adults.

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 surprising truths about the history of the American public school system and give listeners hope for where education is headed in our present age. You won’t want to miss a moment of this gripping episode of Veritas Vox!You can dive even deeper into the fascinating history discussed here by reading Pete and David’s book, Battle for the American Mind.

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 discuss rhetoric with Michael Eatmon. Michael is the Director of Curriculum Development at Veritas Press. This episode was intended to be the third in a series of discussions with Michael. We have released it early as a follow-up to the discussion with Doug Wilson in Veritas Vox episodes 1 & 2.Resources mentioned in this episode:A Rhetoric of Love A Rhetoric of Love II

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 truth. Today they will discuss the words of the apostle Paul, their thoughts on Tim Keller’s ministry approach, and whether it is ok to study materials we disagree with from a Christian perspective.Resources mentioned in this episode:Novare General BiologyNote: Due to a technical glitch with Doug Wilson’s audio, you may hear some static. We apologize for this unfortunate occurrence! 

Doug Wilson, controversial author and speaker, discusses the use of satire and whether it is good rhetoric for Christians. The podcast explores the benefits and drawbacks of satire, its effectiveness in public discourse, and concerns about the treatment of individuals opposing the sexual revolution. The speakers also discuss strategies for handling internet criticism and attacks.