Classical Et Cetera

Pride And Prejudice - Dancing Through Classical Theme | Leta Sundet, Tanya Charlton, Martin Cothran

Come visit us at The Great Homeschool Convention this coming April! Pride & Prejudice, an insightful and transformative domestic novel that took the literary world by storm, has become one of the most beloved pieces of classical literature. A beautiful book that fits very nicely into our classical education curriculum, thank you very much. But why is it important? Why did it leave such an impact on the literary world? Why does it ask some of the best questions and provide the most insightful answers on how our social class creates and navigates division. 
That's what we're talking about today. As good a film as one can make, it pales in comparison to the insight and beauty of the novel itself. Join Shane at the table as we take a summary of the themes, questions, answers, and insights from Pride & Prejudice. 
 

Why We Need Strong Female Characters In Fiction | Leta Sundet, Tanya Charlton, Martin Cothran

Great books, need great characters. And a wide swath of classic literature features some incredibly strong female characters that we believe both young girls and young boys should read and enjoy. Join Shane at the table today with guest Leta Sundet to talk about the role strong female protagonists play in classic literature, why these books feature so strongly in our traditional homeschool curriculum, and how the right kind of female leads create better stories and better examples for young readers. We are excited you're here with us, let's jump in!

How to Identify Books That Will Make You Love Reading | Paul Schaeffer, Tanya Charlton, Martin Cothran

We love great books. Great books will make you smarter, great books will change the way your mind works, great books have changed the western world. Today on the podcast, Shane and the gang break down the core elements of great literature that help unlock the pleasure in reading in the long term. For what are great books, if not gateways to greater reading? Today we find out. 

You Asked, We Answered! - Classical Et Cetera Q&A | Paul Schaeffer, Tanya Charlton, Martin Cothran

We've received a ton of questions from viewers of the show and now it's time to answer them! We looked through comments on Classical Et Cetera episodes to find thought provoking questions to answer at the table. Join Paul, Shane, Tanya, and Martin for this special year-end Q&A episode.
If you have additional questions for the group, put them in the comments down below!

A Memoria Press Christmas with Classical Et Cetera! | Paul Schaeffer, Tanya Charlton, Martin Cothran

Merry Christmas from Memoria Press and Classical Et Cetera. In this episode, the gang talks "A Christmas Carol", plays Secret Santa, and Tanya almost gets stabbed! It's an episode to ring in the Christmas season and celebrate a joyful year of light and love, featuring a special message from the MP family. Merry Christmas!

The Great Conversation and Reading the Great Books | Paul Schaeffer, Tanya Charlton, Ian Galloway

Classical Education and the Great Books of the Western World are a gateway to the Great Conversation. But what is the Great Conversation, and how does a classic reading list of history's greatest books inspire us to think big and strive in personal growth and wisdom? Today, Shane and the gang find out. Today we take a look at a manageable approach for beginners to enter into the Great Conversation and a wholistic perspective on the classics. Book your seat now, for Classical Et Cetera!

Walking Through Our Classical Christian Homeschool Curriculum | Paul Schaeffer, Tanya Charlton, Ian Galloway

Today we're talking about our Classical Christian Studies Curriculum. Memoria Press has made it a point to teach biblical literacy, church history, and a strong faith in a Christian consciousness. Why is this valuable in a homeschooling setting? What is the point of a Christian education in a homeschool or formal school environment? Today we find out.

We Have Forgotten Who We Are | Defining Education Goals, Functions, and Aims | Paul Schaeffer, Tanya Charlton

Why do we educate our kids? What is education in America trying to do? It can seem like the functions, aim, and purpose of school defined, redefined, and conceptualized anew every year. Why? What is education supposed to be doing for us? Today Shane and the gang sit down to explore the definition, meaning, and goals of the educational philosophy of Memoria Press. We explore the nature of education, the objectives of the classroom, the motivation of teacher and parent alike, and why our public system isn't serving our kids the way they should be. At MP we believe that our Classical Christian Curriculum is accessible, available, and the best option for parents and teachers alike.