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It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a reader in possession of a good book, must be in want of another... Does that describe you? Then come along with me as I explore my bookshelves, read you stories, and talk to authors, as we search for your next great read!
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DC, Maryland, and Virginia, aka the DMV, is widely acknowledged as one of the best basketball areas in the country. This hotbed of hoops has produced some of the best players and coaches at all levels of the game. Bleav in DMV Hoops will highlight many of the most influential local figures and help tell the stories that make this area as successful on the hardwood as it has been historically.
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Universally Acknowledged

Universally Acknowledged

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Universally Acknowledged is a podcast which tackles various geeky subjects bi-weekly. We're just two nerds with microphones who have a lot of things to say. From Disney Princesses to Dance Moves, Jane Austen to Jedi, there's a lot to geek out over here. We hope you'll listen and geek along with us.
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Wit Beyond Measure

Wit Beyond Measure - Elle Kammerer and Catrina Mayer

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It is a truth universally acknowledged that a reader in possession of Austen novels must be in want of a podcast. Hosts Catrina and Elle are lit majors who love reading these books through a modern and historic lens.
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Truths Universally Acknowledged

Molly Keran and Emma Soberano

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Want to know more about the history behind Bridgerton, Jane Austen adaptations, and the very modern fantasy of nineteenth century love and romance? Emma and Molly, two graduate students of English literature, discuss the rich intersections of history, romance, literature, and popular culture that appear on our TVs and in our books all the time. We bring our love of these topics to bear on bi-weekly conversations that touch on our ongoing cultural fascination with Regency England. Updates eve ...
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It is a truth universally acknowledged, that three sisters in possession of English degrees, must be in want of a podcast. Please join Alicia, Mary, and Jesse as they discuss literature, life, and try not to take it all too seriously. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alicia-foreman/support
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What does it take to found a globally important company in these times? We’re interested in what happens before universally-acknowledged success. Join Brett Kistler as he engages in deep conversations with business leaders from emerging markets, being vulnerable about their experience in the early- to median-stage moments of their founding journey.
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It is a truth universally acknowledged that two women obsessed with Jane Austen will inevitably start a podcast about it. Join Annie and Jessie - two women of the modern era, general book lovers and internet nerds - as they dive into the books, the adaptations and all the other inspired works of the woman whose brand remains strong to this day. From Sense & Sensibility to Clueless, we're tackling them all!
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It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a woman at the start of a midlife crisis needs a creative project. So writer, journalist and broadcaster Harriet Minter is writing a book….. A “chick-lit” novel (don’t worry, we’ll be discussing that term). A genre that is both critiqued and loved in equal parts. Join Harriet for the writing journey, as she navigates story arcs, character traits and plots. In every episode you’ll hear from authors who have been there and done it and friends who ca ...
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Disney, Eh?

Disney, Eh?

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Disney, Eh? is a travel podcast for Disney nerds from a Canadian perspective. Brandon and Krysta chat each week about travel and loving Disney, and they won't even say sorry about it. Movies, series, news, the parks, travel tips: they'll chat about it all. So pack your ears, turn down the hockey game, and join us.
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International conference organised by Ertegun Scholar Manuel Muhlbacher and his college advisor Nicholas Cronk. Imprisoned during his lifetime and sanctified in the twentieth century, the Marquis de Sade has attracted considerable critical interest during the last decades. He was a favourite of literary theory in the sixties and seventies, while more recent scholarship has begun to explore how Sade subversively rewrites major texts of the French Enlightenment. As the constant interest in Sad ...
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“Those Who Give a Damn Podcast” — A Revolution in Podcasting, Hosted by Duvalier Malone. This is not just a podcast; it’s a rallying cry for change-makers! Dive into a world of powerful conversations with some of the most influential figures actively reshaping our world today. Each episode is an immersive journey into the lives of those who dare to make a difference, showcasing raw stories, relentless struggles, and triumphant successes. Here, diversity isn’t just acknowledged — it’s celebra ...
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In the Podcast Behind the Veil we look into the question of "How did you get to where you are now?" we dive into the story of people and their spiritual gifts, creating their business, overcoming something and achieving something. When we look behind the veil that is where we can find inspiration, connection, and spark the creativity within ourselves to create our own greatness.
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On Rethinking Communication (formerly The Follow-Up Question), independent journalist, speaking coach, and communication expert Michael Ashford explores how we can better connect with each other through the power of our words. For most of us, our formal education left gaps in our ability to communicate well with each other, especially when trying to navigate conflict, inspire change, and overcome misunderstandings. The goal is to get you to rethink how you connect with others, from the stage ...
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Anchored is published by the Classic Learning Test. Hosted by CLT leadership, including our CEO Jeremy Tate, Anchored features conversations with leading thinkers on issues at the intersection of education and culture. New discussions are released every Thursday. Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts.
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Austen’s timeless romantic classic, follows the lives of the five Bennett sisters, who live in a time where an advantageous marriage and social status are considered a fundamental for any woman to stand a fair chance at life. Set at the turn of the 19th century, Pride and Prejudice catches a perfect glimpse not only of a time when women were socially and economically dependent solely on their marital status, but also as an age of enlightenment and witness of the French Revolution. This roman ...
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{Queer} Pride and Prejudice

Caroline Mincks | Realm

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When Elizabeth Bennet met Miss Darcy, it was loathing at first sight - unless, of course, it wasn't? {Queer} Pride and Prejudice is the story you know and love, only significantly gayer than most other adaptations. Using Austen's words and setting, {Queer} Pride and Prejudice retells the classic romance with a reminder that we have always been here.
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Allworld Online is a reader-driven web serial created and read by science fiction and fantasy author Lindsey Sparks. ALLWORLD ONLINE is an endless and abundant virtual world, programmed with playable and interactive versions of almost every video game, movie, TV show, and book ever created. SEASON 1 (Pride & Prejudice) The virtual world of Austentopia is every Jane Austen fan’s dream...until it becomes a nightmare.
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The Tanaka Wayne Show, is a show that talks about life experiences, experiences that individuals are afraid to share, experiences that the society we are living in is not shining enough light upon, this show will allow every individual who has a story to freely share their life journey experiences up to date.
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E2 Talks is a monthly podcast where we chat about the English language landscape, conversing about topics relevant to ESL students. E2 Talks, an extension of E2Language, will provide listeners with extensive insights into topics that matter to our students. The goal here is to create a more laidback learning environment that you can access on your terms!
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Welcome back to "Disney, Eh?", the Disney travel podcast from a Canadian perspective. Join us - Brandon and Krysta - for an "At the Parks" episode - but this one is with a twist! This week we are talking about the new kid on the block... and it's not Disney. A brand-new Universal Park is opening in 2025, and we've been following the planning and bu…
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In this episode of "The Bookshelf Odyssey Podcast" we celebrate being boring! I have the pleasure of interviewing cozy mystery writer Anna A. Armstrong - who is NOT a boring writer! We kick off our conversation by discussing our mutual love for Jane Austen, acknowledging that while it may seem basic to some, we find immense comfort in her timeless …
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Homily, 07.07.2024 - All Saints of North America & Second Sunday of Matthew; the Epistle of St. Paul to the Galatians. (3:23-4:5); the Holy Gospel according to St. Matthew. (4:18-23) You can also learn more about Orthodox Christianity by searching for “The Orthodox Faith: Catechism with Fr. Jeremiah Vollman” on podcast platforms (e.g. https://podca…
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George Mason guard & DMV native Darius Maddox joins Matt Modderno to discuss what Year 1 in the Mason program was like, his decision to return for another year, what his offseason workouts were like, & thoughts on next year's Mason team. Darius averaged 14 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 1.8 assists on 41.4% 3pt shooting last season and looks primed for …
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On this episode of Anchored, Soren is joined by Krista Autrey, director of the Center for Career and Calling at Geneva College. The two discuss the role faith played in Krista's life when she discovered the career and calling that married her passions for campus ministry and the international church. They dive into how to improve the conversation s…
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As an American University assistant coach and NCAA Champion at North Carolina, Jackie Manuel is able to offer several really insightful perspectives on college basketball. In this episode, Manuel shares what drew him to AU, when he knew he wanted to get into coaching, getting on the court and still playing today, his role as a coach, and helping yo…
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How can you make your disagreements more meaningful? Too often, when conflict arises, there's an understanding that a disagreement is present, but rarely do we take the time to truly understand why the disagreement is there in the first place. This happens everywhere — at work, within family dynamics, with friends and significant others, in the pol…
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On this episode of Anchored, Jeremy is joined by Mario Vasilescu, co-founder of Readocracy, a technology that allows people to track their knowledge in the form of data and share it with others. He explains the benefits of the technology as a way to discredit the culture of division and noise and award those who are mindful of what they put into th…
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Homily, 06.30.2024 - All Saints; the Epistle of St. Paul to the Hebrews. (11:33-12:2); the Holy Gospel according to St. Matthew. (9:36-10:8) You can also learn more about Orthodox Christianity by searching for “The Orthodox Faith: Catechism with Fr. Jeremiah Vollman” on podcast platforms (e.g. https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-faith-catec…
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Welcome back to "Disney, Eh?", the Disney travel podcast from a Canadian perspective. Join us - Brandon and Krysta - for a "Disney Plus and Chill" episode. It's time for another 'blind date with Disney', and Brandon said he picked something summery for Krysta... but she didn't expect this level of insanity. It's quite a ride, and while she attempts…
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On this episode of Anchored, Soren is joined by Marshall King, assistant professor of Biblical Studies at Carson-Neuman University in Tennessee. They discuss Marshall’s interest in languages and his view of exercise as a metaphor for language learning. Marshall dives into understanding the university as a microcosm of the universe and archaeology a…
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This conversation is perhaps the most profound exploration I've ever done on the power of asking questions to understand the meaning behind words. Robin Reames is an Associate Professor of English at the University of Illinois Chicago and the author of the book, "The Ancient Art of Thinking for Yourself: The Power of Rhetoric in Polarized Times." A…
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Welcome back to "Disney, Eh?", the Disney travel podcast from a Canadian perspective. Join us - Brandon and Krysta - for a "Disney Eh Grab Bag" episode. This wee is a true 'grab bag' of everything. We look at some news - including Halloween information - and a bit of a 'crash course' on the Sherman Brothers - with Brandon trying to recognize a few …
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After an unplanned short hiatus from the podcast, I'm back behind the mic talking about my favorite author, Charles Dickens. My guest today is author Jesper Soerensen and he's just written a book about Dickens and his stories. In the episode we talk about his book, we share plenty of recommendations, and have a lot of discussion about the stories t…
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Ben Dickson (@Bendickson__) of 247's InsideMDSports.com and Newsday Sports joins Matt Modderno on Bleav in DMV Hoops this week. They break down all of the roster additions, both via high school recruiting and the transfer portal, and give Terps fans an idea of what to expect next season! Presented by betonline.ag! 1:30 - Key departures and key addi…
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On this episode of Anchored, Soren is joined by Tracy Lee Simmons, journalist and author of books such as Climbing Parnassus and his most recent release On Being Civilized. The two discuss the popularity of and inspiration behind Climbing Parnassus as well as how it would be received had it been released today. They also discuss the importance of i…
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American University forward Matt Rogers returns to the show to talk about his decision to return to AU for a 5th season. Roger is a true student athlete and talks about how the AU education, the program's family atmosphere, and their unfinished business from last season all led to his decision to run it back. We talk about the influence of head coa…
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On this episode of Anchored, Jeremy is joined by Tom McFadden, Vice President of Enrollment at Christendom College. The two discuss Tom’s journey in finding Christendom College as an international student. They talk about Christendom’s new president, Dr. George Harne, and the difficulty of adhering to a school’s mission amid a culture of compromise…
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Homily, 06.09.2024 - Sixth Sunday of Pascha: Sunday of the Blind Man; the Acts of the Apostles. (16:16-34); the Holy Gospel according to St. John. (9:1-38) You can also learn more about Orthodox Christianity by searching for “The Orthodox Faith: Catechism with Fr. Jeremiah Vollman” on podcast platforms (e.g. https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/…
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Welcome to Rethinking Communication! Over the past four years, I've uncovered some aspects of communication that have largely gone untaught in our traditional educational settings. So, I'm pivoting this podcast to focus on how we can bridge these gaps in our collective communication skill set. In this first episode under the new banner, I introduce…
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Welcome back to "Disney, Eh?", the Disney travel podcast from a Canadian perspective. Join us - Brandon and Krysta - for a "Disney Eh Grab Bag" episode. This week Brandon is testing his Disney Fan Trivia Knowledge. Play along and see how YOU do! (Some of these are easier than others...) Plus, spoiler-free gut-reaction to Acolyte and the Disney news…
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Homily, 06.02.2024 - Sunday of the Samaritan Woman & After-feast of Mid-Pentecost; the Acts of the Holy Apostles. (11:19-30); the Holy Gospel according to St. John. (4:5-42) You can also learn more about Orthodox Christianity by searching for “The Orthodox Faith: Catechism with Fr. Jeremiah Vollman” on podcast platforms (e.g. https://podcasters.spo…
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On this week's Bleav in DMV Hoops, Maryland Basketball alum Damonte Dodd joins to talk about his years at Maryland ('13-'17) and now his multi-year professional career overseas. Dodd shares some great stories about playing for Mark Turgeon, playing alongside guys like Melo Trimble and Jake Layman, their NCAA Tournament runs, putting in work over th…
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On this episode of Anchored, Jeremy is joined by Anya Leonard, founder and director of Classical Wisdom, a site dedicated to bringing ancient wisdom to modern minds. Anya discusses her experience as a well-traveled individual and unpacks her experience in her current home, Buenos Aires, as a culture steeped in culture. She discusses international i…
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Welcome back to "Disney, Eh?", the Disney travel podcast from a Canadian perspective. Join us - Brandon and Krysta - for an "At the Parks" episode. We went to Disney;and - for a long weekend! We chat about our experiences and offer a few tips while we're ranting. Plus we catch up on all the news we missed - and there is a fair bit! Follow us on Fac…
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On this episode of Anchored, Soren is joined by Nicole Dunteman, program director of Hope Forward at Hope College. The two discuss the difficulty of capturing virtue and character development in the form of quantitative data. They unpack the Hope Forward program, a cohort of students whose tuition is fully funded by Hope College alumni, and the imp…
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Welcome to episode 6 of season one of "Those Who Give a Damn," where passion meets purpose and conversation sparks action. In this special episode, host Duvalier Malone sits down with Councilmember Robert White from Washington DC. As we approach the 2024 election, the state of Washington DC is a crucial topic. Together, they explore pressing issues…
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My guest in this episode is Patrick Williams, a public speaker, writer, artist, independent scholar, and educator. Patrick is the founder and CEO of Satori Innovation and the Creative Director of The Satori Institute, an arts, education, and research non-profit. For more than four decades, Patrick has developed what he calls the Philosophy of Creat…
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On this episode of Anchored, Soren is joined by Travis Dickinson, professor of philosophy at Dallas Baptist University and author of several books including most recently Wandering Toward God: Finding Faith amid Doubts and Big Questions. They discuss philosophy as not only a useful subject but an unavoidable one in respect to philosophical commitme…
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Welcome back to "Disney, Eh?", the Disney travel podcast from a Canadian perspective. Join us - Brandon and Krysta - for an "At the Parks" episode. We're on our way back from Disneyland actually right now, so we recorded this episode in advance - and this week we're chatting all about Pixar Fest, which is going on this year from the end of April to…
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On this episode of Anchored, Jeremy is joined by two Ashland University faculty members—Keith Ramsdell, the vice president for enrollment and Rich Policz, the associate director of student programs at the Ashbrook Center. They discuss the new Ashbrook Center program for homeschooled students, serving their needs with free tutoring, workshops, and d…
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On Office Hours with Jeremy Tate, Jeremy and Soren dive into the most recent, need-to-know news surrounding the education renewal movement. Tune in to hear about the correlation between classical higher education institutions and their comparative lack of riots. Soren and Jeremy also discuss the richness and success of classical school STEM program…
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Robert Davis Jr. is a sharpshooting wing that transferred to Old Dominion this Spring after spending his freshman season at UMass. He's primed for a breakout season this year and he walks us through what life is like for college athletes who enter the transfer portal. If you've ever been curious about that experience, you'll want to hear Robert's i…
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This is an interview I did with David Bryan on his Curiosity Invited podcast. In this conversation, David and I get into the deeper reasons why I started this exploration of change, common ground, and curiosity. To order a copy of my book, go to https://michaelashford.com/caniaskaquestion to get signed copy or order it on Amazon at https://www.amaz…
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Welcome back to "Disney, Eh?", the Disney travel podcast from a Canadian perspective. Join us - Brandon and Krysta - for a "Disney Eh Assemble" episode. It's all about the MCU this week and we're asking the question - what's going on? Why? And, really, is it dead? What's going to happen with Deadpool and Wolverine and the other biggies coming our w…
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With the NBA Draft Lottery coming up this Sunday, we thought a re-run of the most interesting NBA Draft prospects in the DMV might be timely. In this episode, which originally aired on March 2nd, Matt Modderno and Nick Kalinowski (@kalidrafts) covered NBA draft prospects who are currently playing at schools in the greater DMV area. We break down th…
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On this episode of Anchored, Soren is joined by Michael Wildschut, Director of The January Series put on annually by Calvin University. The two discuss the value of both a gap year and a geography major, despite our modern culture’s tendency to disparage both. They also dive into The January Series itself along with the breadth of subjects and ques…
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Welcome back to "Disney, Eh?", the Disney travel podcast from a Canadian perspective. Join us - Brandon and Krysta - for a "Disney Eh Grab Bag" episode. Last weekend we were at the annual Calgary Expo, and this weekend we're talking about it! The panels, the cosplay, the hits and misses... Plus some information on Season of the Force, which is stil…
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On this episode of Anchored, Jeremy is joined by Davies Owens, host of the BaseCamp Live podcast. They discuss classical education’s relevant work for modern students and their families. They dive into the new kinds of kids entering schools and how techno-influences have undermined attention spans. Davies also talks about the story behind the name,…
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In episode 99 of this show, Manu Meel offered up my favorite definition of empathy when he said it was the act of "making someone feel like they belong in that space with you." Then, in episode 110, I explored the topic of listening and how to do it better with several guests, and we uncovered that asking questions was critical to true, real listen…
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0:00 - Intro 0:42 - Why Mount St. Mary’s? 3:50 - The appeal of recruiting within the DMV 5:32 - Sales pitch for Mount basketball 6:31 - Lind’s coaching style & influences 9:20 - What to expect from Lind’s teams 10:58 - Impact of extra possessions 12:03 - OKGs: Who is Coach Lind’s ‘kind of guy’? 14:23 - Personalizing & building relationships with pl…
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0:00 - Intro 1:21 - Rode on his master’s degree & Liberty education 2:07 - Kyle’s takeaways & experience at the Portsmouth Invitational Tournament 10:40 - Transitioning from the college 3pt line to the NBA line 12:02 - Communication with NBA scouts and execs 13:12 - What role can Rode play on an NBA team? 14:27 - Developing his passing abilities 15…
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On this episode of Anchored, Jeremy is joined by Bill and Alexis Haughey, the founders of the Catholic Institute of Technology, an American, Catholic technical university opening in Italy this fall. The three discuss the university’s inception, courses, purpose, and future goals. They also unpack the importance of training up religious students to …
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0:00 - Intro 0:25 - ODU head coach Mike Jones’ accolades 1:09 - What’s it like to see former players play at higher levels? 2:36 - From playing to coaching at ODU 4:37 - Chasing the dream of being a college coach 6:31 - Jones’ time at Virginia Tech 7:56 - What can ODU fans expect to see out of Coach Jones and his teams? 9:47 - Game plan for 2024-25…
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Welcome back to "Disney, Eh?", the Disney travel podcast from a Canadian perspective. Join us - Brandon and Krysta - for an "At the Parks" episode. Krysta is back from her girls' Disneyland trip with her mom and sister and she's telling us all about it - the weather, the food, the characters, and Dapper Day! The trip was a year in the planning, and…
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On this episode of Anchored, Soren is joined by Timothy Dernlan, Vice President of Advancements and Consulting for the Association of Classical Christian Schools. The two talk about Timothy’s transition from coaching college sports to the world of classical, Christian education. They also discuss his journey from his first discovery of ACCS to his …
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What do you think you might learn about communication if you held thousands of conversations with strangers over the course of a decade? Well, you don't have to wonder. My guest in this episode can tell you. Back in 2015, while working as a sales rep tasked with cold-calling people who didn't want to talk to him, Rob Lawless started a side project …
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