CiRCE Institute Podcast Network
331 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 320 ratingsThe CiRCE Institute Podcast Network is made up of three regular shows:
Dwell features conversations about motherhood, home education, homemaking, and more. Proverbial features author and educator Joshua Gibbs exploring proverbs from the ages. The Play’s The Thing is the ultimate resource for Shakespeare lovers hosted by actor, playwright, and educator Tim McIntosh.
Plus we produce various seasonal shows like The Weight of Fatherhood with Brian Phillips, Ask Andrew with CIRCE President Andrew Kern, and Café Scholé with Dr. Christopher Perrin.”
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Episodes
Forma: Susan Wise Bauer, Part 2
January 05, 2018 14:47 - 50 minutesWelcome to FORMA, a podcast featuring conversations with authors, teachers, creators, and community leaders who are carefully contemplating the nature and practice of classical education. In this episode Andrew Kern continues his conversation with Susan Wise Bauer (author of The Well Trained Mind) about her new book, Rethinking School: How to Take Charge of Your Child's Education, which is now from Norton. Topics include the reasons she wrote the book, kids who don't have a place in th...
Ask Andrew: What does Classical Education have to do with "Knowing, Glorifying, and Enjoying God"
January 03, 2018 16:59 - 16 minutesWelcome to Ask Andrew, a weekly podcast where Andrew Kern contemplates important ideas, essential terms, and unavoidable themes in classical education - and what they mean for the day-to-day of teaching and learning. In this episode, Andrew contemplates what classical education has to do with "knowing, glorifying, and enjoying God." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Mason Jar: Karen Glass on Narration
December 30, 2017 03:12 - 44 minutesOn this episode of the Mason Jar, Cindy Rollins is joined by Karen Glass, author of Consider This: Charlotte Mason and the Classical Tradition, to discuss the topic of Narration and her forthcoming book, Know and Tell. This episode is brought to you by our friends at The Homegrown Preschooler! NOTES: Learn more about Karen–and find her books– at her website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Commons 2.5: St. Benedict (feat. David Hicks)
December 29, 2017 19:25 - 1 hourWelcome to season two of The Commons, which focuses on ten key figures and movements in church history! Here in episode five of season two, Brian Phillips chats with guest David Hicks, author of Norms and Nobility, about the amazing life and incredible influence of St. Benedict, perhaps the most important monk of all time. -- This season of The Commons is brought to you by New College Franklin. Learn more at newcollegefranklin.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more ...
Close Reads: The Twelfth Night Q&A Episode
December 29, 2017 18:37 - 1 hourWelcome back to Close Reads, where David, Angelina, and Tim are discussing listener questions about Twelfth Night. Topics include lots of talk about Feste, strong women in Shakespeare, whether the ending is satisfying, the alternate title, Shakespeare as political rabble-rouser, and, of course, some Christmas-themed banter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Close Reads: Twelfth Night, Act 5
December 22, 2017 18:46 - 1 hourJoin Angelina, Tim, and David as they continue to discuss William Shakespeare's Twelfth Night. Topics include where Twelfth Night belongs in Shakespeare's canon, the somewhat abrupt ending, the lack of change in the characters, the subtitle, and the poem that ends the play. /// If you like Close Reads, please support us at patreon.com/closereads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ask Andrew: Why Are the Liberal Arts So Important?
December 20, 2017 21:21 - 16 minutesWelcome to the brand new Ask Andrew, a weekly podcast where Andrew Kern contemplates important ideas, essential terms, and unavoidable themes in classical education - and what they mean for the day-to-day of teaching and learning. In this episode, Andrew contemplates why the 7 Liberal Arts are such a crucial part of the classical curriculum. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Forma: Susan Wise Bauer on "Rethinking School"
December 19, 2017 03:34 - 1 hourWelcome to FORMA, a podcast featuring conversations with authors, teachers, creators, and community leaders who are carefully contemplating the nature and practice of classical education. In this episode Andrew Kern chats with Susan Wise Bauer (author of The Well Trained Mind) about her new book, Rethinking School: How to Take Charge of Your Child's Education, which is due out in January from Norton. Topics include the way we do school today and why it doesn't work, how parents are loo...
Close Reads #79: Twelfth Night (Act 4)
December 15, 2017 16:56 - 1 hourJoin Angelina, Tim, and David as they continue to discuss William Shakespeare's Twelfth Night. Topics include Shakespeare's innovation (and subversion) of dramatic form, the Shakespearean authorship question and whether it matters, the way the shape of the stage comes alive in the play, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Commons 2.4: St. Augustine (feat. Karen Wright Marsh)
December 15, 2017 04:14 - 33 minutesWelcome to season two of The Commons which focuses on ten key figures and movements in church history! Here in episode four of season two, Brian Phillips chats with guest Karen Wright Marsh, author of Vintage Saints and Sinners: 25 Christians Who Transformed My Faith, about the miraculous life of St. Augustine. Topics include his place in Church history, his struggles, and the influence of his devout, Godly, praying mother. -- This season of The Commons is brought to you by New Colle...
Ask Andrew Ep 5: What do we mean when we say our students are imitations?
December 14, 2017 20:55 - 14 minutesWelcome to the brand new Ask Andrew, a weekly podcast where Andrew Kern contemplates important ideas, essential terms, and unavoidable themes in classical education - and what they mean for the day-to-day of teaching and learning. Here in episode five, Andrew explores the myriad ways imitation is key to education - both in the ways our children are imitations, and in the way we teach them to imitate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Mason Jar #51: Q&A for December 2017
December 13, 2017 20:52 - 49 minutesIn this episode of The Mason Jar Q&A, Cindy answers listener questions. Topics include: what to do with little kids when older kids are studying When to start morning time everyday Independent reading lists and much more Don't forget to join the Mere Motherhood Facebook group and to subscribe to the Mason Jar feed wherever you get your podcasts! This episode is brought to you by our friends at The Homegrown Preschooler! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa...
Forma #8: Chris Perrin on How the Monastics Preserved Western Culture
December 12, 2017 04:58 - 57 minutesWelcome to FORMA, a new podcast featuring conversations with authors, teachers, creators, and community leaders who are carefully contemplating the nature and practice of classical education. In episode 8, David chats with Christopher Perrin, founder of Classical Academic Press, about the role the early and medieval monastics played in preserving Western culture, Christian and secular alike. Topics include the evolution of Dr. Perrin's interest in the subject, ways the monastics made the ...
Close Reads #78: Twelfth Night (Act 3)
December 08, 2017 14:54 - 1 hourJoin Angelina, Tim, and David as they continue to discuss William Shakespeare's Twelfth Night. Topics include Shakespeare's approach to structure, identity (and the motif of disguise), and comedic reversals. Plus, Tim tells another story about classroom hijinks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Commons 2.3: The Cappadocian Fathers
December 07, 2017 21:39 - 40 minutesWelcome to season two of The Commons which focuses on ten key figures and movements in church history! Here in episode 2 of season three, Brian Phillips chats with guest Wes Callihan about the lives and times of the Cappadocian Fathers: Gregory of Nyssa, Gregory Naziansus, and Basil the Great. -- This season of The Commons is brought to you by New College Franklin. Learn more at newcollegefranklin.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ask andrew Ep. 4: What is the Quadrivium?
December 06, 2017 20:54 - 16 minutesWelcome to the brand new Ask Andrew, a weekly podcast where Andrew Kern contemplates important ideas, essential terms, and unavoidable themes in classical education - and what they mean for the day-to-day of teaching and learning. Here in episode four, Andrew provides a quick and big-picture answer to the question, "what is the Quadrivium?" (with an emphasis on explaining the four mathematical arts). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Forma #7: Emily Wilson (on translating the Odyssey)
December 04, 2017 17:55 - 36 minutesWelcome to FORMA, a podcast featuring conversations with authors, teachers, creators, and community leaders who are carefully contemplating the nature and practice of classical education. In episode 7, David chats with Emily Wilson, translator of a brand new and much-lauded edition of the Odyssey. Dr. Wilson, the first woman to translate Homer's epic, is a professor at the University of Pennsylvania. Conversation touches on her childhood love of the poem, the myriad challenges of translat...
Close Reads #77: Twelfth Night (Act 1)
December 01, 2017 15:17 - 1 hourJoin Angelina, Tim, and David as they continue conversation on William Shakespeare's Twelfth Night. Topics include the number of lines dedicated to the "foolish" characters, the nature of Soliloquy in Shakespeare, and much, much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Commons 2.2: St. Ambrose (feat. Greg Wilbur)
November 30, 2017 19:53 - 50 minutesWelcome to season two of The Commons which focuses on ten key figures and movements in church history! Here in episode 2.2 Brian Phillips chats with guest Greg Wilbur about the life and times of St. Ambrose, with a particular consideration of Ambrose's role in developing the hymnography (and modes of worship) of the Christian faith. -- This season of The Commons is bright to you by New College Franklin. Learn more at newcollegefranklin.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...
Ask Andrew Ep 3: What are the seven liberal arts?
November 29, 2017 21:08 - 11 minutesWelcome to the brand new Ask Andrew, a weekly podcast where Andrew Kern contemplates important ideas, essential terms, and unavoidable themes in classical education - and what they mean for the day-to-day of teaching and learning. Here in episode three, Andrew provides a quick and big-picture answer to the question, "what are the seven liberal arts?". *** Click here to subscribe (or leave a review)! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Close Reads #76: Twelfth Night Ep. 1
November 25, 2017 04:34 - 1 hourJoin Angelina, Tim, and David as they kickoff conversation on William Shakespeare's Twelfth Night. Topics include different approaches to Shakespeare, Renaissance metaphors that are key in the play, and much, much more (this episode is long!). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Commons, Season 2, Episode 1: John Chrysostom (feat. Wes Callahan)
November 23, 2017 21:12 - 36 minutesWelcome to season two of The Commons which focuses on the key figures and movements in church history. Here in episode 2.1 Brian Phillips chats with guest Wes Callihan about John Chrysostom's unforgettable role in the early church. This season of The Commons is bright to you by New College Franklin. Learn more at newcollegefranklin.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Mason Jar #50: Pam Barnhill Cross-over Episode!
November 22, 2017 15:50 - 50 minutesJoin Cindy Rollins and special guest Pam Barnhill for this special cross-over episode between Pam's Your Morning Basket podcast and the Mason Jar. Drawing on their vast experience, Cindy and Pam chat about which subjects are best for Morning Time plus a whole lot more. Make sure you search out Your Morning Basket on your favorite podcast app to get the rest of the story! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ask Andrew #2: So What is Christian Classical Education?
November 22, 2017 15:39 - 11 minutesWelcome to the brand new Ask Andrew, a weekly podcast where Andrew Kern contemplates important ideas, essential terms, and unavoidable themes in classical education - and what they mean for the day-to-day of teaching and learning. Here in episode two, Andrew provides a quick and big-picture answer to the question, "what is Christian classical education?". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Mason Jar #49: Gayle Boss & Megan Hoyt on Advent and Nature Study
November 21, 2017 16:01 - 41 minutesWe know you've got errands to run and a ton of cooking to take care of this week, so this Thanksgiving week we'll be bringing you two episode of the Mason Jar! Up first: Cindy chats with Gayle Boss and friend of the show, Megan Hoyt, about Gayle's new Advent resource which combines Advent and Nature Study. It's called All Creation Waits, and is available now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Close Reads #75: Murder on the Orient Express: The Movie
November 18, 2017 05:36 - 1 hourIt took a few takes (and some persistent in the face of tech issue), but Angelina, Tim, and David are back with another episode of Close Reads. This week they discuss Kenneth Branaugh's film adaptation of Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Commons Season 2 is here!
November 17, 2017 16:01 - 3 minutesWelcome to season two of The Commons which, as Brian Phillips explains in this short preview, will focus on the key figures and movements in church history. Every Thursday for the next ten weeks we'll be releasing a new episode exploring the lives and work of people like St. Augustine, the Cappadocian Fathers, St. Benedict, Thomas Aquinas, and the Puritans. Join us! *** Subscribe now - just search "The Commons"! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome to the new Ask Andrew Podcast: Episode 1
November 15, 2017 20:47 - 11 minutesWelcome to the brand new Ask Andrew Podcast, a weekly show where Andrew Kern contemplates important ideas, essential terms, and unavoidable themes in classical education - and what they mean for the day-to-day of teaching and learning. Here in episode one, Andrew discusses the show's new direction and what he hopes it will be for listeners. *** Click here to subscribe (or leave a review)! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Forma #6: Ty and Jenny Rallens on growing up in classical education - and the way forward
November 13, 2017 15:23 - 58 minutesWelcome to FORMA, a new podcast featuring conversations with authors, teachers, creators, and community leaders who are carefully contemplating the nature and practice of classical education, aesthetic wonder, and Christian community. In episode 6, David chats with Ty and Jenny Rallens about what it was like growing up in the world of classical education, their studies in classical languages at Oxford, and the way forward in the classical renewal. *** After homeschooling through ...
Close Reads #74: Murder on the Orient Express Q&A
November 11, 2017 02:33 - 1 hourJoin Angelina, Tim, and David for another episode of literary debate, witty banter, and all around frivolity as they answer several listener questions and debate the overall artistic quality of Agatha Christie's "masterpiece." Topics includes (more on) justice, considering literary world's for their own sake, P.D. James take on Christie (and other mystery writers), the grandeur of red-leafed trees, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Forma #5: Josh Larsen on how movies are prayers
November 06, 2017 16:21 - 44 minutesWelcome to FORMA, a new podcast featuring conversations with authors, teachers, creators, and community leaders who are carefully contemplating the nature and practice of classical education, aesthetic wonder, and Christian community. In episode 5, David chats with film critic, Josh Larsen, about his new book, Movies Are Prayers: How Films Voice Our Deepest Longings. ** Josh Larsen is the co-host of the radio show and podcast Filmspotting, as well as editor and film critic at Think ...
Close Reads #73: Murder on the Orient Express (part 3)
November 03, 2017 15:30 - 1 hourOn this episode of Close Reads Angelina, Tim, and David discuss the finale of Agatha Christie's beloved mystery story, Murder on the Orient Express. Topics include: The Great Candy Wars of 2017, the detective as a trope, the question of justice in the ending, Poirot's punting, Tim's inner struggle. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast. Learn more at patreon.com/closereads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Bonus Mason Jar: Introducing our new Advent Guide!
November 01, 2017 15:10 - 20 minutesIn this bonus mini-pod, Cindy and David introduce Hallelujah: A Journey through Advent with Handel's Messiah. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Mason Jar #28: Mary Jo Tate on Books to Nourish A Mom's Soul
November 01, 2017 15:04 - 1 hourIn this episode of The Mason Jar, Cindy chats with Mary Jo Tate, author of Flourish: Balance for Homeschool Moms. Like Cindy, Mary Jo is a major book enthusiast, so they discussed all sorts of books to nourish a mom's soul, from classic fiction to modern non-fiction and everything in between. You can learn more about Mary Jo at flourishathome.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Close Reads #72: Murder on the Orient Express (part 2)
October 27, 2017 20:03 - 1 hourOn this episode of Close Reads Angelina, Tim, and David discuss part two of Agatha Christie's beloved mystery story, Murder on the Orient Express. Topics include: Some (fascinating) listener theories on the book, Poirot's approach and personality, the role of the reader in a good mystery, Tim shenanigans, and much more. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast. Learn more at patreon.com/closereads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Forma #4: Brett McCracken on "Uncomfortable" Church
October 27, 2017 14:27 - 51 minutesWelcome to FORMA, a new podcast featuring conversations with authors, teachers, creators, and community leaders who are carefully contemplating the nature and practice of classical education, aesthetic wonder, and Christian community. In episode 4, David chats with culture critic, Brett McCracken, about his new book, Uncomfortable: The Awkward and Essential Challenge of Christian Community. Topics include: why we need to be less concerned with finding a church that makes us feel comforta...
Close Reads #71: Murder On the Orient Express (Part 1)
October 21, 2017 02:46 - 1 hourOn this episodes of Close Reads Angelina, Tim, and David kick off their discussion of Agatha's Christie classic mystery story, Murder on the Orient Express. This week they chat about part one. Topics include the way Christie plays with the form of the mystery story, Hercule Poirot's character, the nature of justice in the story, and MUCH more. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast. Learn more at patreon.com/closereads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...
Forma #3: Adam Andrews on the Classical Refrain of the "Great Gatsby"
October 20, 2017 16:48 - 50 minutesWelcome to FORMA, a new podcast from the CiRCE Institute Podcast Network featuring conversations with authors, teachers, creators, and community leaders who are carefully contemplating the nature and practice of classical education, aesthetic wonder, and Christian community. Here, in episode three David chats with Adam Andrews, director of the Center for Lit and a highly sought-after speaker on all things literature, about the value of the Great Gatsby. Topics include questionable content...
The Mason Jar Q&A: October 2017
October 17, 2017 13:21 - 47 minutesIn this episode of The Mason Jar Q&A, Cindy answers listener questions. Topics include: Goal setting for moms The purpose of memory work Bible study in morning time and more Don't forget to join the Mere Motherhood Facebook group and to subscribe to the Mason Jar feed wherever you get your podcasts! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Forma, episode 2: Leigh Bortins on the 20th Anniversary of Classical Conversations
October 16, 2017 15:10 - 32 minutesWelcome to FORMA, a new podcast featuring conversations with authors, teachers, creators, and community leaders that are carefully contemplating the nature and practice of classical education, aesthetic wonder, and Christian community. Here, in episode two, David chats with author and speaker Leigh Bortins who founded Classical Conversations 20 years ago. Topics included the C.C. origin story, the growth of classical education in recent decades, and advice for homeschooling parents. J...
Forma Episode 1: Angelina Stanford on Why Mystery Stories Are the Cure for What Ails Us
October 13, 2017 15:32 - 44 minutesWelcome to FORMA, a new podcast featuring conversations with authors, teachers, creators, and community leaders that are carefully contemplating the nature and practice of classical education, aesthetic wonder, and Christian community. Here in episode one, David chats with Angelina Stanford about her recent article on the ways that mystery stories are the cure for what ails our modern times. Topics include why mystery stories became popular when they did, why their traditional form of ...
Close Reads #70: Gilead (ep. #8)
October 07, 2017 04:28 - 1 hourOn this episode of Close Reads, Tim and David conclude their discussion of Marilynne Robinson's beloved, Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, Gilead. include whether Jack should have left town, whether Jack is a bad guy, and much, much more. This episode covers pages 215 through the end of the book. *** Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast. Learn more at patreon.com/closereads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Mason Jar #27: Lesli Richards of The Homegrown Preschooler
September 30, 2017 04:26 - 1 hourIn this episode of The Mason Jar, Cindy chats with Lesli Richards of The Homegrown Preschooler, a company dedicated to providing books, curriculum and educational tools for young learners. Topics include new brain research on young kids, teaching math and reading, and much, much more. Learn more at thehomegrownpreschooler.com. As always, press the arrow above to listen or subscribe to the CiRCE Institute Podcast Network via iTunes here or on Stitcher here. Hosted on Acast. See acast...
Close Reads #69: Gilead (ep. 7)
September 30, 2017 03:53 - 1 hourOn this episode of Close Reads, Angelina, Tim, and David continue their discussion of Marilynne Robinson's beloved, Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, Gilead. Topics include Angelina's strong feelings about the book (and David's pushback), whether Robinson misfired with the Boughton/Ames scene, and much more. This episode covers pages 188-215. *** This episode is brought to you by our good friends at New College Franklin. Set up a campus visit now! Please consider becoming a patron of this...
Close Reads #68: Gilead (ep. 6)
September 22, 2017 20:21 - 1 hourOn this episode of Close Reads, Angelina, Tim, and David continue their discussion of Marilynne Robinson's beloved, Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, Gilead. Topics include ways the parable of the prodigal son show up in the book, Jack Boughton's concerns about being "elect," rejection vs. restoration, Jack's loneliness, and much more. This episode covers pages 160-188. *** This episode is brought to you by our good friends at New College Franklin. Set up a campus visit now! Please consid...
Introducing FORMA, a new weekly interview podcast
September 22, 2017 16:29 - 4 minutesIn this "preview" episode of Forma, our new weekly interview podcast, David Kern explains some of the new things that will be happening on the CiRCE Podcast Network. Remember to subscribe to FORMA too! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Mason Jar Q&A: September 2017
September 19, 2017 19:57 - 45 minutesIn this episode of The Mason Jar Q&A, Cindy answers listener questions. Topics include: Teaching current events in the homeschool Scheduling subjects Charlotte's motto changing over time and more Don't forget to join the Mere Motherhood Facebook group! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Close Reads #67: Christine Perrin on Learning to Love Marilynne Robinson
September 18, 2017 20:37 - 1 hourOn this bonus episode of Close Reads, David discusses Marilynne Robinson with poet, teacher, and speaker Christine Perrin, who explains why it took her a while to learn to love Gilead, why Lila is her "heart book," and much, much more. *** This episode is brought to you by our good friends at New College Franklin. Set up a campus visit now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Close Reads #66: Gilead (ep. 5)
September 14, 2017 02:16 - 1 hourOn this episode of Close Reads, Angelina, Tim, and David continue their discussion of Marilynne Robinson's beloved, Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, Gilead. Topics include how easy it is to focus on the wrong things when you read, the mystery of reading a book, the lack of a problem to be solved in this book, the Jack Boughton revelation, and much more. This episode covers pages 128-160. *** This episode is brought to you by our good friends at New College Franklin. Set up a campus visit n...
The Mason jar #26: On AmblesideOnline for Groups
September 07, 2017 15:26 - 49 minutesIn this episode of The Mason Jar Q&A, Cindy chats with Donna Jean Breckenridge and Leslie Lorio about AmblesideOnline for Groups, a brand new offering from Ambleside Online intended for co-ops, large families, and other homeschooling communities. As always, press the arrow above to listen or subscribe to the CiRCE Institute Podcast Network via iTunes here or on Stitcher here. ** This episode is brought to you by Morningtide to Eventide, purveyors of planners and calendars designed s...