

Classical Et Cetera
The Memoria Press Podcast Network
Join the educators, authors, publishers, and visionaries at Memoria Press to unpack and understand the world of classical education.
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Jan 24, 2024 • 37min
Balancing The Memoria Press Classical Core Curriculum? Let's Talk About It
On today's episode the team is back to talk about the Memoria Press curriculum packages, specifically when the sheer amount educational material in those packages start to feel like a bit too much for a given homeschool situation. We've heard a lot of discussion and review at the beginning of the year about how to adapt and streamline our classical Christian curriculum, and we wanted to a share our two cents on that topic. We believe that those who have chosen to provide a homeschool education for their children are making the best choice for their families. All families are different and have different situations, challenges, and needs. Through it all we are here to help those families give their children the best possible classical Christian education possible, and we're here to talk whenever you need us. You can find us at memoriapress.com or you can call us directly at (502) 966-9115 to speak with our Customer Service Team about student placement, curriculum concerns, or anything else that will make your homeschool experience the best it can possibly be.
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Jan 17, 2024 • 48min
Reason & Faith: A Cultural Conversation About Classical Education
Join us in this enlightening episode of the Classical Etc. podcast from Memoria Press. Dive into a rich and thought-provoking discussion on faith and reason with Martin Cothran, Tanya Charlton, and Paul Schaeffer, as they delve into the intricate intersection of Athens and Jerusalem in classical education. The core of today's discussion revolves around Martin's article in "The Classical Teacher". It presents three historical perspectives on the relationship between Greek (Athens) and Hebrew (Jerusalem) cultures: the Conflict View by Tertullian, the Reconciliation Theory by Matthew Arnold, and the Dialectic Theory by Joseph Strauss. Join us in exploring how these theories influence the modern classical education model. How do the balance of Greek intellectualism and Hebrew holiness shape our understanding and teaching methodologies? Engage with our deep dive into the philosophical backgrounds of these theories and their significant influence on Western history, civilization, and thought. This episode is a must-listen for educators, students, and anyone interested in the profound connection between historical cultures and modern education. Subscribe to our channel for more insightful discussions and join the journey through the fascinating world of classical education. For more information on how Memoria Press can get you started with new books for your home and school visit us at memoriapress.com

Jan 10, 2024 • 45min
You Asked, We Answered: WHY Classical Education? - How to EXPLAIN to Your Children
Join us in this insightful episode as we delve into the world of classical education and its impact on high school students. In response to Marian's question about discussing classical education with her 13 and 15-year-old children, our experts Martin and Paul offer practical guidance, sharing real-life scenarios, explaining the importance of formation, the integration of subjects like Latin and logic, and the transformative power of classical education.
Discover how to engage children in understanding the profound benefits and rationale behind a classical education in this enlightening conversation!
Continue delving into classical education!
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Dec 27, 2023 • 42min
HOW Memoria Press Picks the BEST Literature for Its Christian Homeschool Curriculum
On this episode of the Classical Et Cetera podcast, the table takes it back to the basics with an episode that covers how Memoria Press reviews, analyzes, critiques, and selects the best of the best to assemble the traditional Christian curriculum for homeschool education around the world.
Join Tanya, Paul, and Martin as they discuss how we choose literature to include in our curriculum. In the episode, you'll hear about organizing literature, the importance of content over Lexile levels, historical context in literature, and the philosophy of teaching literature early on rather than solely focusing on decoding abilities.
We hope you enjoy this in depth review of our literature studies program and how the reading list comes together!
*Martin's Essential Boys Book List*
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Dec 20, 2023 • 51min
The Christmas Story You’ve NEVER HEARD OF with Classical Et Cetera!
Celebrate the Christmas spirit with hilarious anecdotes and a unique gift exchange. Discover Anthony Trollope’s lesser-known Christmas tale and its connections to holiday joy and social change. Delight in the whimsical journey of Mr. and Mrs. Brown, filled with comedic misunderstandings and charm. The search for meaningful Christmas stories reveals the deep impact of Dickens on holiday traditions. Plus, reflections on literature's emotional depths and reading recommendations for a cozy holiday season!

Dec 13, 2023 • 49min
Unlock the Joy of Lifelong Learning | Embrace Your Natural Curiosity!
Join special guest Stephanie Crosby and the usual suspects of Classical Et Cetera for an episode that explores the wonders of lifelong learning. Martin, Tanya, Paul, and Stephanie each share their unique perspectives on the joy of learning at every age. From discussing favorite reads to exploring how teaching enhances understanding, our team reveals how learning is an integral part of being human and how it aligns with our natural instincts. We even delve into the balance between reading for fun and growing your mind, proving that learning can be both enjoyable and enriching.
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Ready to get started in your Classical Education journey? Visit us online today! https://www.memoriapress.com/?utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=CETC&utm_campaign=104
Want to see more Classical Et Cetera? Check out the complete episode playlist! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVTTYXJZjjHI4JGpcThCIXmpYcynoiAIj

Nov 29, 2023 • 37min
How A JOURNEY to LEARN Ancient Greek Changed His Understanding of the English Language
If I'm going to study a classical language, should I take lessons in Latin or Greek? How can learning ancient languages change my view of the world? Where can beginners get started? Today Classical Et Cetera sits down with Mitchell Holley to better understand how his effort to learn greek changed the way he understands the world and the intricacies of the English language. This episode takes a rather funny turn when Paul goes out of his way to pit Latin vs Greek in the battle for ancient languages. We think you'll really enjoy this episode!
If you're looking for great language courses to learn Greek, you can check out Memoria Press! Our programs not only teach vocabulary, grammar, and syntax, but also immerse you in the language of ancient philosophers and the heritage of Western culture. https://www.memoriapress.com/greek-programs/?utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=CETC&utm_campaign=103
You can also study online with Memoria Press! Check out our Online Academy today! https://www.memoriaacademy.com/mpoa-courses/?utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=CETC&utm_campaign=103

Nov 15, 2023 • 36min
Do YOU Have What It Takes? | Why Moving To A Classical Education Model Is Challenging!
Picture it. You're a school administrator or homeschool parent eager to take your school and students into the world of classical education. You've read the books, done the research, prepared your reading list, and are ready to get started. And then the pushback starts. Your students, parents, and maybe other family members don't understand what you're going for. What's the point of all this hard work? What is classical education? What's the point of making a change in the first place? Don't worry. We've heard this story before. Today Memoria Press and Classical Et Cetera are here to share our experience in transitioning preschool, kindergarten, high school, and homeschool families and administration into a classical model. We sit down with Kathy Becker, a classical school expert, to talk about the challenges, trials, and joys of transitioning from a modern, public, progressive school model towards a classical education and traditional pedagogy. Join us at the table as we discuss the importance of training in a liberal arts education, instilling traditional values into your homeschool or classroom setting, getting teacher and parent buy-in on the philosophy of your new vision, and how a comprehensive curriculum will go a long way to getting started in classical Christian education.
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About the Show: Welcome to Classical et Cetera, a podcast from Memoria Press that dives into the philosophy, culture, and heart of classical education. You'll hear about grammar, Latin, and logic, about pedagogy, practice, and perseverance, and about faculty, faith, and friendship as we navigate together the world of education from a classical, Christian perspective. #memoriapress #classicaleducation #schoolculture

Nov 1, 2023 • 39min
Memoria Press Has an ANNOUNCEMENT | Pastors, Teachers, & Classical Education
On today's episode, Memoria Press is announcing some big changes to Classical Et Cetera. We're also talking about the role that churches and pastors hold when it comes to starting and running classical Christian schools. What is the role of the church when it comes to education? What is the role of classical education when it comes to homeschool and Christian school environments?
We're glad you're here for another episode of Classical Et Cetera. You can find so many resources for homeschooling, classical schooling, curriculum guides, and teacher training at our website at memoriapress.com/?utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=CETC&utm_campaign=101
Also, don't forget to check out Novel Thoughts, where we review the literature we hand-picked for our curriculum. You can catch all the episodes right here! https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVTTYXJZjjHJLwF-Vlaayo-ZfIPir0-wu&si=i9RiNPOLy2561jwp

Oct 11, 2023 • 44min
This is What Smart Schools Do To Build COMMUNITY For Kids, Teachers, and Parents!
Why doesn't my child want to go to school? What are the key ingredients to building a community out of your school or homeschool? How do we improve the current culture and education environment for kids and parents that are struggling to make things work? How do we fix our broken education system and bring about cultural transformation in our homeschooling and private schooling communities? Is cultural development something that needs our attention?
Today, Classical Et Cetera sits down with Mandy Groce, the head of the Highlands Latin Cottage School in Louisville, Kentucky to get her thoughts on how healthy participation in the core beliefs of the school can bring about lasting change in the culture and community of any schooling environment. High school and kindergarten students alike will benefit from our efforts in creating a culture that uplifts virtue and wisdom and a community that sees each student as a whole being.
Interested in learning more about classical curriculum from Memoria Press? https://www.memoriapress.com/?utm_source=Podbean&utm_medium=CETC&utm_campaign=100
Take a look at how the Memoria Press curriculum and pedagogy is used in our model school, Highlands Latin School: https://hls.org/academics/?utm_source=Podbean&utm_medium=CETC&utm_campaign=100
Check out our resources for teaching a Classical Education! https://www.memoriapress.com/curriculum/educational-resources/?utm_source=Podbean&utm_medium=CETC&utm_campaign=100
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