The Play's the Thing is the ultimate podcast resource for lovers of Shakespeare. Dedicating six episodes to each play (one per act, plus a Q&A episode), this podcast explores the themes, scenes, characters, and lines that make Shakespeare so memorable. In the end, we will cover every play The Bard wrote, thus permitting an ongoing contemplation and celebration of the most important writer of all time. Join us. The Play’s the Thing is presented by The CiRCE Podcast Network. Hosted on Acast. S ...
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The Ask Andrew Podcast features weekly reflections on the purpose and nature of classical education from Andrew Kern, author of Classical Education: The Movement Sweeping American, and President of the CiRCE Institute. Each week Andrew will tackle a key idea, term, or theme in classical education, briefly defining it and explaining its purpose and place within classical pedagogy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Psalm 37:3 says "trust in the Lord and do good, dwell in the land and cultivate faithfulness." In this new podcast for moms from the CiRCE Podcast Network, Emily Hill, Renee Mathis, and Karen Kern will explore what it means to dwell in our homes—that place where God has called us to do good. They will discuss dwelling with others in relationship, dwelling in wisdom as we seek to educate our children, and dwelling at home such that we create a place where our families will flourish. Episodes ...
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Conversations with authors, teachers, creators, and community leaders that are carefully contemplating the nature and practice of classical education, aesthetic wonder, and Christian community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Commons, hosted by Brian Phillips, features conversations and contemplations about school life and leadership. Whether you are a headmaster or a homeschooling mom, these conversations are here to help your vocation with purpose, wisdom, and virtue. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The 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 ...
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On every episode of Proverbial, teacher and author Joshua Gibbs (How to Be Unlucky: Reflections on the Pursuit of Virtue and Something They Will Not Forget: A Handbook for Classical Teachers) explores a single proverb, some old bit of wisdom, and tries to discern what it means for modern men. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Helping Your Child Succeed in an Online Class
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In this episode, Renee and Karen chat with Patty Bianco about how to help your children thrive in their online classes. Patty offers eight specific hints, from creating a designated work space to communication etiquette, and gives advice on how involved mom should be and what to do if a student isn't getting their work done. Patty also describes th…
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Much Ado About Nothing: Act 1 (rerun)
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Welcome to The Play's the Thing, a podcast dedicated to an ongoing examination and celebration of Shakespeare's entire canon. In this episode, David, Angelina, and Andrew Kern discuss Act I of Much Ado About Nothing. Topics of conversation include the multiple meanings of the titles, Renaissance cosmology, order and chaos, music, harmony, triangles…
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In this episode, Tim McIntosh and special guest Madelaine Wheeler discuss one of Shakespeare's weirdest plays. What sort of play is Cymbeline? A comedy, drama, fantasy — a mashup of all three? Also: Shakespeare speaks into the perennial debate on nature vs. nurture. Find out more about Charlotte Mason and Ambleside Online here: https://amblesideonl…
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How Charlotte Mason Can Save Your Homeschool! with Amber Vanderpol
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Listen as Renee and Karen talk with guest, Amber Vanderpol, mother of seven children ages 7 months to 22 years, about how adopting Charlotte Mason's principles of education can simplify and bring joy to your homeschool. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Welcome Back to the Ask Andrew Podcast! In this episode Andrew addresses the question, “How do we see the Glory?” - Attend - Receive - Enjoy - Nurture - Learn - Resist Learn more about the CiRCE Institute: www.circeintitute.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Tim Gets Interviewed, with Matt Bianco
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Sound the trumpet blast! We have now covered all of Shakespeare's plays! In this episode, Tim McIntosh hands the mic to Matt Bianco of the CiRCE Institute to interview Tim about his favorite moments on the show, the future of the podcast, and the glimmer of a future plan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Norms and Nobility Ch. 3: Teaching the Father of the Man
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Renee and Karen discuss Norms and Nobility, Chapter 3, starting with Wordsworth's poem, "My Heart Leaps Up" which expresses the idea that the child is father of the man. Homeschooling moms have the privilege of keeping the long view in sight: that they are preparing their children for adulthood, and that ultimately, nurturing wisdom and virtue in t…
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Welcome Back to the Ask Andrew Podcast! In this episode Andrew addresses the question, “What is the glory of a thing?" Learn more about the CiRCE Institute: www.circeintitute.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this episode, Renee and Karen discuss poetry: they share their favorite poets, offer tips for enjoying poetry by yourself or in a group, share ideas on how to get started writing your own poems, and each read one of their favorites. Whether you are new to the world of poetry or you have long enjoyed it, we hope you will be encouraged to open a v…
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Audio yearbook podcast. Since we have podcasted all of Shakespeare's plans(!!!) I asked my guests to come on and mention their favorite moments from being on the show. Also: An announcement about the future! Emily Maeda A Winter's Tale, Act V: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-plays-the-thing/id1426679990?i=1000598309165 Sarah-Jane Bentley …
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In this episode Andrew addresses the question, “How do we teach the glory of a thing?” - Nothing in the Camp Matters without the Glory - Inaccessible, Splendor, Repentance, Activities - Enjoyment and Dwelling - A Thought that is You - Radiant Glory Learn more about the CiRCE Institute: www.circeintitute.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo…
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Today on Dwell, Renee talks with Katherine (Katie) Briggs, a middle-school teacher, author, and one of her former students. They talk about encouraging young writers as well as what it is like to have your first book published. See more about Katherine: www.katherinebriggs.com Instagram at katherinebriggs_author Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva…
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King John was remembered, in history, for two things. Do you know what they were? In Shakespeare's play, he's remembered for being a cad, a villain, a rogue. This show includes a reunion with the crew that started the podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How Can I be Sure My Student Encounters the Reality?
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Welcome Back to the Ask Andrew Podcast! In this episode Andrew addresses the question, “How can I be sure my student encounters the reality of something like history, math, or grammar?” - Different Words and Worlds - Inquiry - Interpreting Signs - Forms in Space - What do You See? - How do the Parts Relate? Learn more about the CiRCE Institute: www…
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Norms and Nobility Ch. 2: The Word is Truth
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Renee and Karen explore Chapter 2, "The Word is Truth", discussing Hicks' statement that "Mythos represents man's spiritual effort to make this world intelligible."; that there is power in mythos (stories) to help us understand the world and our place in it; that mythos is the skeleton of civilization as men are inspired to good, heroic acts. Liste…
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Imagine the biggest comedic star of Shakespeare's stage, taken from battle, and dropped into a love triangle. Huzzah! Tim and Sarah-Jane Bentley celebrate the return of Falstaff. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How Will the Temple Pattern Help My Child Love Learning?
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Welcome Back to the Ask Andrew Podcast! In this episode Andrew addresses the question, “How will the temple pattern help my child love learning?” - Experience of Learning - Engaged in the Reality - Connatural - Striving and Pushing - Communion and Desire for Union Learn more about the CiRCE Institute: www.circeintitute.org Hosted on Acast. See acas…
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Norms and Nobility Chapter 1: Virtue is the Fruit of Learning
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Listen as Renee and Karen chat about chapter 1 of Norms and Nobility by David Hicks. The title of the chapter is Virtue is the Fruit of Learning, and they discuss how classical education is the cultivation of wisdom and virtue and therefore virtue can be taught; how virtue is taught over time and in the community of a family; and how a mom can avoi…
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Welcome back to the Ask Andrew Podcast! In this episode Andrew addresses the question, “Can you give an example of how the temple is a pattern of revelation as it related to education?” - Names vs. Things - Mystery and Glory - “The Readiness is All” - Free People - Dwell - Compare - Pursue the Love to the Elements and Principles Learn more about th…
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Listen as Renee and Karen chat with Tim McIntosh, actor, teacher, and podcaster, about his infectious love for Shakespeare. He share his favorite plays and movie adaptions and offers advice and resources for enjoying Shakespeare's plays with your family. You will be inspired to choose a play, assign characters, and jump right in! Hosted on Acast. S…
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Teaching Shakespeare: Why do so many students hate Shakespeare? Probably because the way his plays are taught. Let's get out of our desks and onto a stage! Tim talks to two guests about why performing is the key to understanding and loving Shakespeare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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The Temple: An Example of the Pattern of Revelation
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Welcome back to the Ask Andrew Podcast! In this episode Andrew addresses the question, “Can you give an example of how the temple is a pattern of revelation?” - A Pattern to Receive - Horses and Serpents - Principles of Care - Becoming Teachable through Love - Embracing Mystery Learn more about the CiRCE Institute: www.circeintitute.org Hosted on A…
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Rediscovering Ancestral Skincare, with Lily Wilmoth
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Join Renee and Karen as they chat with Lily Wilmoth, owner of the Hearth and Homestead Store, about her growing family business: the products they offer and how she manages a business and a busy homeschool/family life of four children and a fifth due soon! Check out her beautiful website at hearthandhomesteadstore.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.co…
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The Temple: How is it a Pattern of Revelation?
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Welcome back to the Ask Andrew Podcast! In this episode Andrew addresses the question, “How is the temple a pattern of revelation?” - Majestic Humility Analogical Patterns Light (In)accessible Fitting Form Becoming as Children Knowledge and Love Learn more about the CiRCE Institute: www.circeintitute.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m…
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The consolation of imaginary things is not imaginary. Joshua Gibbs explains. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sara Osborne's new book: Reading for the Long Run
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Listen in as Renee and Karen interview Sara Osborne about her new book called Reading for the Long Run: Leading Struggling Students into the Reading Life. Sara tells her story of teaching her son to read using the metaphor of training for a marathon to apply principles, habits, and strategies which over a period of years, did indeed enable him to c…
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Welcome back to the Ask Andrew Podcast! In this episode Andrew addresses the question, “What is the temple pattern?” - Inaccessible Mystery - A Presence We Can Abide In - A Place of Illumination - Music and Adoration - Cleansing and Uniting - Defined Boundaries - Forgiveness Learn more about the CiRCE Institute: www.circeintitute.org Hosted on Acas…
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Welcome back to the Ask Andrew Podcast! In this episode Andrew addresses the question, “Why do you make such a big deal about the temple?” - The Presence of God - The Archetypal Form - Subjects and Predicates - Mathematical Equations - The Law of Nature - Mimetic Teaching - Revelation Learn more about the CiRCE Institute: www.circeintitute.org Host…
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Should you stay or should you go? Burke weighs in. Gibbs weighs in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The chip stains and grease will come out in the bath. Joshua Gibbs explains. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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