Best Quadrivium Podcasts (2024)

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Total Solar Eclipse Special: "The Narrow Path" 35:58

1M ago35:58

35:58

On Monday, April 8, a total solar eclipse will sweep across much of North America, within view of millions of people. Most excitingly, the path of totality is coming by Bloomington, Indiana, current home of Cosmophonia! Your hosts have been involved in several music-space events in town, including our very own recital, where we have programmed a nu…

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"Neptune" from Holst's The Planets 33:53

2M ago33:53

33:53

Probably the most well-known piece of space themed classical music is Gustav Holst's The Planets. In this episode, we focus on the last movement of the suite, "Neptune," discussing how the timbre and harmony create its signature icy, watery, mysterious soundscape. The suite was completed in 1918, but while selected movements were performed several …

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"Stardrive" (Uncharted Cosmophony No. 1) 35:30

3M ago35:30

35:30

In this new series, Uncharted Cosmophony, we choose a random, previously unknown to us album that seems to have some spacey elements, listen to it, and then talk about it. This time we chose the 1973 record "Intergalactic Trot" by Stardrive with Robert Mason. The album prominently shows off the capabilities of an early multi-voiced synthesizer, bac…

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Sonification 37:15

5M ago37:15

37:15

Sonification is when scientific data is "visualized" or communicated through non-verbal sound. In this episode we discuss the affordances (and some cautions) of sonification in science and science communication as well as in musical compositions. The practice of sonification, especially of astronomical data, brings together aesthetic and objective …

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Music: more than what you hear 7:05

5M ago7:05

7:05

Can you believe that Julie Andrew’s was more than right to sing that the hills are alive with music? Today we’re talking about music as the quadrivium sees it, we’re pushing the boundaries of our understanding and venturing into the deep. I don’t want to give it away, but it’s not just about those beautiful sounds you hear… so stick around. Email m…

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Math: the elephant in the room 7:58

5M ago7:58

7:58

Those tears over MATH are not tears of joy? How can that be? We’re talking about that elephant in the room of most homeschools – Math- that time of day when anxiety sky-rockets and often overflows into tears. Math often leaves homeschool mamas puzzling and lamenting about what to do about this most hated subject. Stick around as we dive in and expl…

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The Quadrivium in the Hands of a Child 6:06

6M ago6:06

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This week explore with me how the workings of a child can inspire us to consider the Quadrivium in our classical program. Seeing the arts of mathematics, music, geometry and astronomy as a language in the natural world, a language where pattern, quantity, shape and motion give rise to wonder. Email me at crystal@classicalmattersproject.com Follow m…

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”Alien” (1979) 38:00

6M ago38:00

38:00

On this Halloween special, we discuss the music and sound design in Ridley Scott's movie "Alien." Blending science fiction and horror aesthetics, the film relies quite a bit on musical cues and jarring juxtapositions of sound environments to create a tense and unsettling atmosphere. References Jerry Goldsmith, Soundtrack for "Alien" Toru Takemitsu,…

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Alan Hovhaness’s ”Star Dawn” 43:29

7M ago43:29

43:29

What connects Dante's 14th century Paradiso, an early 20th century science fiction novel, and a 13-minute "symphony" for concert band written in the 1980s? It may be surprising but the answer is that they all involve a story where a human travels to Mars and finds it not harsh and warlike but beautiful and awe-inspiring. Like Dante and C. S. Lewis,…

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Blue Moon 39:39

8M ago39:39

39:39

On this Super Blue Moon, we discuss the superstar tune "Blue Moon." We begin our conversation assessing the contested definition of an astronomical "blue moon," finding surprising parallels with the human-centered vision of the moon that the song exhibits. We then delve into the muddy and fraught history of how the song emerged into the public cons…

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The Comparison Trap 6:52

9M ago6:52

6:52

We all do it! We compare ourselves to other homeschool moms and generally it doesn't serve us well. Often it will leave us more frustrated and overwhelmed, topped with a feeling of inadequacy. But we often compare because we are in desperate need of feedback. It's helpful to better understand how we are doing, what's going well, and/ what needs att…

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Paul McCartney’s ”The Kiss of Venus” 37:07

9M ago37:07

37:07

For proof that the ideas of the Quadrivium continue to resonate in modern culture, we need not look further than Sir Paul McCartney. By pure coincidence, we happened to fall in love with the song "The Kiss of Venus" from his 2020 self-titled album, and decide to do an episode based partly on the book "A Little Book of Coincidence" around the same t…

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The Quadrivium 33:24

10M ago33:24

33:24

The idea that music and the cosmos are intrinsically connected has very deep roots in many human cultures. In Western cultures, one of the most long-lasting ways that this relationship manifest was in the Quadrivium. These four "number arts" were the ancestors of modern sciences and consisted of arithmetic, geometry, music, and astronomy. Learning …

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Janelle Monáe’s ”Metropolis: The Chase Suite” 35:14

11M ago35:14

35:14

Musician and film star Janelle Monáe began her catapult to fame with her five suite and three album "Metropolis" series, which builds a wonderfully rich futuristic universe, chock full of references that situate it within the traditions of science fiction, Afrofuturism, and music of all genres. In this episode, we focus on the first iteration of th…

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#29 - Mimetic Wrap-Up 5:56

12M ago5:56

5:56

Starting with episode 25, we’ve journeyed through whys, whats and how tos of the 5 stages of Mimetic Teaching. Have a listen because these episodes give us a spring board to get us on our way and set the course to hone our craft. So stick around as we wrap up this mini-series on Mimetic teaching. If you are joining us for the first time today, mime…

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#28 - 40% of your Mimetic Lesson is spent here 8:00

12M ago8:00

8:00

40% of my lesson time should be spent doing what? Crystal Joy Campbell here. Thanks for joining me in Classical Matters. We’re talking about what we should be doing with most of our lesson time when teaching mimetically… and well I don’t want to give it away but it’s not teaching…so stick around. So if you are joining us today for the first time an…

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#27 - Your Go-To Gal: Mimetic Teaching 10:12

1y ago10:12

10:12

I'm back! I know this podcast has been on hold for a few weeks and I deeply appreciate you sticking around. We’ve been exploring the practice of Mimetic teaching. It’s the go-to gal for classical educators, and I want to give you bite size pieces of how to work it into your own homeschool… but summer is approaching and now is the most excellent tim…

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Moonlight Sonata 37:53

1y ago37:53

37:53

The gorgeous and strange first movement of Beethoven's piano sonata Op. 27 No. 2 is one of the most popular piano pieces of all time, but there are many secrets that lie below its placid surface. We discuss some of the ways that the piece evokes moonlight and nocturnal landscapes. References The recording we used was played by Malcolm Bilson from "…

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Star Trek Themes Part 2 37:48

1y ago37:48

37:48

The anticipated second half of our Star Trek themes discussion! We get very excited about The Next Generation, and then get very opinionated about Enterprise and Discovery, while ultimately finding some redemptive qualities about them.By Cosmophonia

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#26 - More Mimetic 9:20

1y ago9:20

9:20

Welcome to Classical Matters, I’m Crystal Joy Campbell your host. Thank you for joining me today as we peel back another layer of Mimetic teaching. This teaching method used by classical educators can really transform your homeschool so stick around. Email me at crystal@classicalmattersproject.com Follow me at www.classicalmattersproject.com Or of …

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#25 - Mimetic Teaching - a powerful tool for the educator 6:43

1y ago6:43

6:43

What if just one tool could help you improve how you teach classically? Would you want it? Today we’re starting to break open this one powerful tool that can transform not only our homeschool lessons but our teaching as well. It’s something we all should have in our tool belts. So stick around as we explore Mimetic Teaching Email me at crystal@clas…

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Star Trek Themes Part 1 37:08

1y ago37:08

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What is a more iconic space art than Star Trek? As both Meredith and Gabe are Star Trek nerds, we thought it a fitting beginning to our frontier into this podcast series. While of course music is omnipresent in the franchise in underscoring and even musical-themed episodes, we focus for now on the theme songs, discussing how they are put together a…

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#24 - The Progymnasmata 10:46

1+ y ago10:46

10:46

Give yourself a pat on the back mama, because I bet you’re already using the progymnasmata in your homeschool. Today, let’s jump into to the practical exercises of the progymnasmata. We will try to make it quick, simple and memorable so we can get back to educating our children. Email me at crystal@classicalmattersproject.com Follow me at www.class…

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#23 - The 5 Canons 9:51

1+ y ago9:51

9:51

The 5 canons are the how tos of Rhetoric. But not being a master of this art can make it all seem pretty complicated and overwhelming. So join me today as we attempt to make these 5 canons simple, easy and memorable so you can get on to the actual task at hand, and that is the task of educating your children. Email me at crystal@classicalmatterspro…

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#22 - Rhetoric - an outpouring of love 7:06

1+ y ago7:06

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Recently we’ve been talking about rhetoric. But this rhetoric thing is hard, and some days are harder than others. Marcus Cato had high ideals when he said that the rhetorician should not only be skilled in speech but also a good person. Join me today as I try to unpack just how, in the art of rhetoric, virtue is required. And I have a few exciting…

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#21 - Rhetoric - to move, delight & instruct 9:16

1+ y ago9:16

9:16

The rhetoric out there can get quite tiresome can’t it? Who would want to invite that into our homeschools? Today, we are going to explore Rhetoric, just what it is and what it isn’t so we can be sure the rhetoric we invite into our homeschools will actually flourish the souls of our children. Email me at crystal@classicalmattersproject.com Follow …

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#20 - Community and Room at the Inn 11:41

1+ y ago11:41

11:41

TAKE AWAYS Contemplation Considerations What need do I have for homeschool community? What excites me, what raises fear? How do I respond to “No room at the Inn”? Do I willingly enter the stable? What does acceptance and belonging look like in my homeschool community? Am I welcomed? Do I welcome? What can I give? What can I receive? How do I nurtur…

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#19 - The Art of Dialectic in your Homeschool 10:22

1+ y ago10:22

10:22

In Episodes 15 From Logic to Dialect and in Episode 18 Socratic Dialogue we have been exploring the art of dialectic. In today's episode, we'll discover 4 important points to remember as you cultivate the art of dialectic in your homeschool. TAKE AWAYS This is more than just a subject: Conversation and dialogue should hold a prime place in your hom…

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#18 - Socratic Dialogue 11:40

1+ y ago11:40

11:40

Questions, Questions, Questions…which questions am I to ask? Asking good questions is vital in the pursuit of truth. So we’re taking our direction from one of the Ancients who was a master at asking questions. This is a powerful tool for the classical homeschool mama …so join me as we start down the path of Socratic Dialogue. PRACTICING GRAMMAR WOR…

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#17 - Guest Podcast 45:51

1+ y ago45:51

45:51

Join me over at the MAKE JOY NORMAL podcase with Bonnie Landry as we discuss classical education. Email me at crystal@classicalmattersproject.com Follow me at www.classicalmattersproject.com Or of Facebook at Cultivating Classical EducatorsBy Crystal

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#16 - A Great Conversation 18:25

1+ y ago18:25

18:25

Who doesn’t love a great conversation? Today, I have a special guest who joins me in a casual conversation around classical education. You’ve likely heard of this homeschool mama before, Bonnie Landry from MAKE JOY NORMAL. She is a veteran homeschooler, a speaker, an author, and an encouraging voice in the sometimes misty woods of homeschooling. Th…

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#15 - From Logic to Dialectic 10:13

1+ y ago10:13

10:13

If you are anything like me, and have never taken a logic class, how are we suppose to start to use the art of logic in our homeschools? Today, we’re talking about how conversation cultivates this somewhat mysterious art of logic. We’ll start to explore just why logic it is needed and what it looks like. We will look at thinking and reasoning, dial…

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#14 - Practicing Grammar 13:35

1+ y ago13:35

13:35

Today we’re laying down some practical ways to actually do grammar in your homeschool. Join me as we break down the complexity of the Art of Grammar into actions that are easily implemented into any homeschool day. To hone your craft in the Art of Grammar, sign up for the live, interactive Online Workshop on practicing Grammar. For more information…

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#13 - Grammar as Naming & Knowing 10:29

1+ y ago10:29

10:29

Today, as we continue to explore the art of grammar, we will look at simplifying things by using the words "naming and knowing" . These 2 words will help busy moms approach the often overwhelming task of grammar. It is like a hook to hang our hats on, to remind us of the true nature and purpose of the art. Email me at crystal@classicalmattersprojec…

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#12 - Slaying the Beast of Grammar 13:56

1+ y ago13:56

13:56

In this episode, we will start to slay the beast of grammar. Even though our hearts cringe at the word, we’ll begin our journey of a deep dive into seeing how grammar is the beginning of language and forms thinking. We will explore how it goes beyond labelling and toward imparting meaning, identity, and participation with; how it imprints upon our …

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#11 - Not What to Think BUT How to Think 9:56

1+ y ago9:56

9:56

How do I teach not just WHAT to think but HOW to think? Today we’re talking about this very question through the lens of Classical education. We will be looking at how classical education aims at perfecting of the mind by the way of the 7 liberal arts. Email me at crystal@classicalmattersproject.com Follow me at www.classicalmattersproject.com Or o…

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#10 - Well, That Didn't Go As Planned 9:08

1+ y ago9:08

9:08

Today, I’m looking at WHAT to do when our homeschool plans don’t go as expected. If you’re looking for a simple and manageable way to deal with wayward plans, then stick around. TAKE AWAYS 3 Statements Our homeschool rocks when... Our homeschool crashes + burns when... If I had all the time, money + resources, what would help me excel at my craft i…

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#9 - Why Phys. Ed. Has Primacy 10:03

1+ y ago10:03

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By diving deeper into the LEAST talked about subject in homeschooling- Physical Education- discover WHY it has a prime place in a classical program. You may think it only has to do with stewardship and proper use of the body but there is a more important reason. VIRTUE. Jump in as we explore why Gymnastics (P.E.) helps in attaining virtue. Are you …

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#8 - The Dreaded Topic of Phys. Ed. 10:57

1+ y ago10:57

10:57

Today's topic is probably one of the LEAST talked about subjects in homeschooling. Join me as we explore the dreaded subject of P.E. - Physical Education. Learn how P.E., referred to as Gymnastics in Classical Education, leads us to the flourishing of the human person. Email me at crystal@classicalmattersproject.com Follow me at www.classicalmatter…

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#7 - Why the Muses Matter 6:58

1+ y ago6:58

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Find out 3 reasons why an Education by the Muses matter in a classical education program. Email me at crystal@classicalmattersproject.com Follow me at www.classicalmattersproject.com Or of Facebook at Cultivating Classical EducatorsBy Crystal

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#6 - Muses and Wonder 9:24

1+ y ago9:24

9:24

By exploring the muses, we will discover how we can step back and let them do the work of delight and wonder. Email me at crystal@classicalmattersproject.com Follow me at www.classicalmattersproject.com Or of Facebook at Cultivating Classical EducatorsBy Crystal

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#5 - 4 Essential Skills 6:39

1+ y ago6:39

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Discover 4 skills which help the learner excel and contribute to the goal of classical education. These easy to do and simple to remember skills are foundational in my classical homeschool school, and I think they just may be transformative for yours. Email me at crystal@classicalmattersproject.com Follow me at www.classicalmattersproject.com Or of…

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#4- Not Just Grammar, Logic & Rhetoric 7:15

1+ y ago7:15

7:15

What? There is more than just grammar, logic and rhetoric? Join us in exploring the model of classical education. I don't want to give it away but it just might be different than you thought it was, so stick around. Books Referenced: Beauty in the Word by Stratford Caldecott The Liberal Arts Tradition by Kevin Clark and Ravi Jain Email me at crysta…

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#3 - A Flip of a Switch 8:18

1+ y ago8:18

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The difference between the leisurely schedule of summer and the more rigorous schedule of the fall can influence how we teach - but should it? Be sure to tune in to hear how our attitude and disposition toward teaching can be impacted and how best to ensure we are approaching the new school year with the heart of a Classical Educator'. Email me at …

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#2 - You Are The Curriculum 9:05

1+ y ago9:05

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Educators everywhere are preparing for the school year to start. In this episode we explore what we, as classical educators, can do to be ready to teach. Inspired by Socrates, we learn more about the role of the teacher and student, and explore what it means to be the curriculum. The article referred to: "What is Classical Catholic Education?" by J…

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#1 - Why This? 5:32

1+ y ago5:32

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Join the great conversation of Classical Education. Find out what CLASSICAL MATTERS is and why it is important. Email me at crystal@classicalmattersproject.com Follow me at www.classicalmattersproject.com Or of Facebook at Cultivating Classical EducatorsBy Crystal

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About Classical Matters 0:44

1+ y ago0:44

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The place where homeschool parents, teachers and tutors are honing their craft as Classical Educators. These short but informative episodes give direction and inspiration, and equip educators with tools to cultivate themselves. Join Crystal Joy Campbell on this weekly journey of living a life steeped in Classical Education because well cultivated e…

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Sensorica - Eva (pre-master album demo) 11:51

9+ y ago11:51

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An Interview with Dave McGowan – “The CIA and the “Magic” of Laurel Canyon - Covert Ops & the Dark Heart of the Hippie Dream” – #186 2:13:18

10+ y ago2:13:18

2:13:18

This episode is an interview with Dave McGowan, titled “The CIA and the “Magic” of Laurel Canyon – Covert Ops & the Dark Heart of the Hippie Dream” and is being released on Sunday, December 01, 2013. This interview with Dave was recorded today. David McGowan was born and raised in the suburbs of Los Angeles, California, where he still resides. Afte…