Anchored by the Classic Learning Test

On this episode of Anchored, Jeremy is joined by Dr. Marvin Berkowitz, the Sanford N. McDonnell Professor of Character Education at the University of Missouri-St. Louis. He is the author of PRIMED for Character Education: Six Design Principles for School Improvement. He discusses the need for character education during formative years, the relationship between developmental psychology and moral growth, and the long-term moral progress achieved by society.

On this episode of Anchored, Soren is joined by Dr. Jonathan Randle, Dean of Humanities and Social Sciences at Mississippi College in Clinton, MS. He shares about his experiences as a student abroad at the University of Cambridge, where he earned his PhD at Emmanuel College. He also discusses how his liberal arts education at Mississippi College background prepared him for success in his graduate studies and beyond.

On this episode of Anchored, Soren is joined by Dr. Francis Su, Professor of Mathematics at Harvey Mudd College in Claremont, CA. He is also the author of the Euler Award-winning book, Mathematics for Human Flourishing, which explores the relationship between mathematics and the virtues essential to human flourishing. He discusses the beauty and wonder inherent in mathematics and the importance of developing an appreciation of it.

On this episode of Anchored, Jeremy is joined by Michael Hammond, President of Gordon College in Wenham, MA. They discuss Gordon College’s approach to preparing Christian students for the modern world, and share details about Gordon’s new Graduate Program in Classical School Leadership. They also discuss President Hammond’s academic interests and journey to academia.

On this episode of Anchored, Jeremy is joined by Katie Wiens, Executive Director of CESA - the Council on Educational Standards & Accountability. They discuss her journey from working in an organic chemistry lab to founding a Christian school in urban Boston. They also discuss her work with CESA and how they serve the needs of Christian schools across the country.

On this episode of Anchored, Jeremy is joined by Dr. Anthony Turner, Vice President of Enrollment at Charleston Southern University in Charleston, SC. Anthony tells of his journey to working in higher education after initially seeking a career in elementary education, including his unique experience of growing up with deaf parents. He also discusses reasons for declines in college enrollment and the lasting value of higher education.

On this episode of Anchored, CLT’s CFO Noah Tyler is joined by Dr. Dave Arnott, professor of Management and Economics at Dallas Baptist University. Dr. Arnott is the author of several books covering the intersection of Christianity and economics and is host of The Christian Economist podcast. The two discuss the liberating power of the free market, the relationship between economic principles and scripture, and the importance of choice in the marketplace of education. They also discuss how a Christian worldview empowers individuals to make morally-sound decisions in a market economy. 

On this special episode of Anchored, Jeremy visits the University of Navarra with prominent leaders in the Catholic educational renewal movement. Sean Maltbie, Headmaster of Sacred Heart Academy in Grand Rapids, MI; Oscar Ortiz, Principal of Nolan Catholic High School in Fort Worth, TX; Brinton Smith, Superintendent of Schools for the Diocese of Fort Worth; Elias Moo, Superintendent of Schools for the Archdiocese of Denver; and Chris Weir, President of Servite High School in Anaheim, CA, engage in a lively discussion covering the faithful Catholic identity of the University of Navarra, the importance of fostering Christian culture through education, and steps that school leaders can take to nurture the faith life of students.

On this episode of Anchored, Jeremy is joined by Andrew Pudewa, Founder and Director of the Institute for Excellence in Writing. He recounts his unique educational and life journey that ultimately led him to found IEW and convert to the Christian faith. The two discuss many of the problems facing mainstream education and explain how homeschooling provides a fruitful alternative to public schooling.

On this episode of Anchored, Jeremy is joined by Paul List and Ali Ghaffari, co-authors of the new book Mount Doom: The Prophecy of Tolkien Revealed. The three examine the mythology of Tolkien’s works, examining many of the psychological, spiritual, and philosophical themes and allegories present throughout. This supports their argument that Tolkien foresaw an over-reliance on technology and artificial intelligence that afflicts society in the current age. They also discuss Tolkien’s Catholic faith and the influence it had on his life and writings.