Best Civics Unplugged Podcasts (2024)

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Spider Goats & Sovereignty 1:10:29

1d ago1:10:29

1:10:29

We’re messing with things we don’t fully understand—spider goats, DNA hybrids, and wielding powers like gods, but we can't even solve simple problems like ectopic pregnancies. It's not just science fiction anymore; we're pushing boundaries in ways that sound like straight-up witchcraft. And the real question is, who gets to play God with this power…

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Looking Past Populism 2:01:21

8d ago2:01:21

2:01:21

By Choc Knox Unplugged

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Liberalism, Immigration, Common Wealth 1:32:27

23d ago1:32:27

1:32:27

By Choc Knox Unplugged

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Christianity VS Liberalism 1:38:38

1M ago1:38:38

1:38:38

By Choc Knox Unplugged

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Crusades, Gnosticism and the Civic Theology 1:51:45

1M ago1:51:45

1:51:45

By Choc Knox Unplugged

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Knox Unplugged-The Church The Answer To Civic Gnosticism 1:09:41

1M ago1:09:41

1:09:41

By Choc Knox Unplugged

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Reality and the 4th turning 1:46:26

2M ago1:46:26

1:46:26

By Choc Knox Unplugged

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Olympics Opening, Alfred the Great, and Robinhood.... 2:20:35

2M ago2:20:35

2:20:35

By Choc Knox Unplugged

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Alfred The Great and the Death of Multiculturalism 1:44:11

3M ago1:44:11

1:44:11

By Choc Knox Unplugged

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BET Awards & 5th Commandment Violations 1:54:46

3M ago1:54:46

1:54:46

By Choc Knox Unplugged

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Should we be worried about our boys? With Richard Reeves, President of the American Institute for Boys and Men 57:56

3M ago57:56

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Did you know that if you look at high-school GPA’s, the top 10% is 2/3rds female and the bottom 10% is 2/3rds male? That there are twice as many women flying fighter planes as there are men teaching kindergarten? For years there has been a focus on opening access and opportunities for girls, but now experts are saying our boys are in trouble. Our g…

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Kendrick Lamar, E3 and the culture 1:49:03

4M ago1:49:03

1:49:03

By Choc Knox Unplugged

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How will AI impact our kids’ education? With Claire Goldsmith, Principal of Lamplight Education 54:02

4M ago54:02

54:02

Artificial Intelligence - just the sound of it transports us to a sci-fi movie. But of course, this is no longer a fiction or a future possibility. We see AI already revolutionizing countless sectors and industries, and it’s coming for education- its impact is imminent, if not already in motion. We’re dying to know if this is a story with a happy e…

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Metaphysics in Worship 2 1:03:30

4M ago1:03:30

1:03:30

By Choc Knox Unplugged

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Are all toys created equal? With Jessica Rolph, CEO of Lovevery 35:20

4M ago35:20

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When a parent walks into a toy store, they are looking for toys that will endure and keep their children engaged. And, yet how many times have we walked out with a light-up, siren-blaring hunk of plastic. If you’re a new parent, we bet you’ve heard of Lovevery, the child development company conceived by our guest today Jessica Rolph. With playkits …

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Metaphysics in Worship 1 1:43:39

4M ago1:43:39

1:43:39

By Choc Knox Unplugged

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How are kids learning about civics education? With civics teacher Jonathan Zajdel 40:36

4M ago40:36

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In these highly tense and polarized times of geopolitical and domestic turmoil, and with the presidential election a few months away, you better believe we’ve wanted to do an episode for you on civics education. And while it’s our first on the topic, it won’t be our last. Safe spaces, trigger warnings, viewpoint diversity or lack thereof, performan…

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What motivates kids? With Dr. Ellen Braaten 35:01

5M ago35:01

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“Bright Kids who Couldn’t Care Less” is the title of our guest Ellen Braaten’s most recent book. And it’s a trend she’s found in her renowned private practice as a clinician. So why do some kids care and others don’t? In our conversation with Ellen we get into childhood motivation, how it all works, and what’s a parent to do when their kid is being…

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Men, Strip Clubs, and Worship 1:36:08

5M ago1:36:08

1:36:08

By Choc Knox Unplugged

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What should parents know about sleep away camp? With Dr. Tracy Brenner 56:33

5M ago56:33

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The 'awayness' of sleepaway camp is, as our guest today shares, precisely what makes it so valuable - today more than ever. But how specifically is it a ripe opportunity for growth? Is sleepaway camp for everyone? Our guest Dr. Tracy Benner - who we're calling the Camp Dr. Becky- tells us everything we need to know as we consider this decision for …

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Kendrick vs. Drake | Church vs. Culture 1:58:50

5M ago1:58:50

1:58:50

By Choc Knox Unplugged

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Mother’s Day Special: NSQ Parents Unplugged with Lizzie Assa, Loren Klein, and Lily Walla 40:44

5M ago40:44

40:44

Welcome to an episode of NSQ Parents Unplugged- where we hear from parents and professionals about their experiences with school and the educational choices they're making for their families. In honor of Mother’s Day, we’re thrilled to be joined by three esteemed guests- Lily Walla, Loren Klein, and Lizza Assa- three amazing mamas who all work in t…

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You Must Be Born Again | Knox Unplugged w/ Jason Farley 2:01:04

5M ago2:01:04

2:01:04

By Choc Knox Unplugged

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How do we learn to write? With Dr. Leslie Laud 35:23

5M ago35:23

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I truly believe that my 10th grade teacher, Dr.Joshua Gaylord, changed the trajectory of my academic future. He taught writing class and it’s a skill I use and rely on every single day, from writing a work email, to a birthday card, to even this introduction. We all rely on our ability to write - so, it’s understandable that we would want our kids …

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What are colleges looking for? With Michael B. Horn 42:39

6M ago42:39

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As our 15 year college reunions approach, we can still vividly remember how much we dreaded studying for the SATs and the stress we felt waiting for our college acceptances. But will this be the same for our kids? Today, we bring on Michael B. Horn to help us understand what’s changed since our day- what’s stayed the same- and how we can get better…

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Softness or Cosmology Shift? 1:16:24

6M ago1:16:24

1:16:24

By Choc Knox Unplugged

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How is America’s largest school system educating its youngest learners? With Dr. Kara H. Ahmed 39:03

6M ago39:03

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Preschool - and early childhood learning - plays an essential role in the lives of many parents and children. Working parents rely on preschool, and research shows that a HIGH QUALITY preschool program can have a lasting positive impact on the life of a child. According to the NATIONAL EDUCATION ASSOCIATION, providing a high quality education for c…

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Should you delay your child’s entry to Kindergarten? With Diane Whitmore Schanzenbach 30:10

6M ago30:10

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If you’re a parent whose child’s birthday falls within a few weeks - or in some cases a few months - of the cutoff date, perhaps you’ve thought about whether you should delay your child’s entry to Kindergarten so they can be one of the oldest in the class - a practice known as redshirting. Depending on where you live and what school choices you hav…

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The Deep Magic of Reality Part II 1:47:48

7M ago1:47:48

1:47:48

By Choc Knox Unplugged

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When does achievement culture become toxic and what can we do about it? With Jennifer B. Wallace 50:50

7M ago50:50

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In the ever more competitive race to secure the best possible future, today’s students face unprecedented pressure to succeed. Our guest today- award-winning reporter Jennifer. B Wallace- investigates the deep roots of toxic achievement culture in her book “Never Enough”- and finds out what we must do to fight back. If you find your schedule jam-pa…

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How can we use data to improve our decision making in the early school years? With Emily Oster 33:00

7M ago33:00

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Our guest today was one of Time Magazine's most influential people in 2022- so maybe you’ve heard of her? Or perhaps, the name sounds familiar because you were recommended her first book “Expecting Better” over and over again when you were pregnant? We’re excited to bring Emily Oster to No Silly Questions today. Applying her training in economics t…

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The Deep Magic of Reality Part 1 1:54:49

7M ago1:54:49

1:54:49

By Choc Knox Unplugged

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Having Faith in a Negative World 1:23:41

8M ago1:23:41

1:23:41

By Choc Knox Unplugged

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Super Bowl, He gets us, and The After Party 1:39:52

8M ago1:39:52

1:39:52

By Choc Knox Unplugged

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NSQ Special: What is happening with antisemitism on college campuses? With Rabbi David Wolpe 36:19

9M ago36:19

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Today’s question is truly “not so silly.” In fact, it’s one of the most serious questions we’ve ever asked and answered on this podcast- “what is happening with antisemitism on college campuses?” Schools are meant to provide an education and a safe space for students to exchange ideas, and expand and challenge their thinking. You’re supposed to lea…

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Idolization Of Neighbor 1:57:38

10M ago1:57:38

1:57:38

By Chocolate Knox & Jason Farley

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The Courting Dance 1:57:08

11M ago1:57:08

1:57:08

By Choc Knox & Jason Farley

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The Shape of Resurrection | Jason Farley 37:19

11M ago37:19

37:19

By Chocolate Knox & Jason Farley

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Oblation: The Main Thing (Priesthood cont'd) 1:49:02

12M ago1:49:02

1:49:02

By Chocolate Knox & Jason Farley

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Knox Unleashed: Marvelous Monday (The Undoing of Wickedness) Be a Priest 50:49

12M ago50:49

50:49

By Choc Knox Unplugged

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The Priesthood of Man 2:03:57

12M ago2:03:57

2:03:57

By Choc Knox Unplugged

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Knox Unleashed: Family Friday w/David Reece | Chocolate Knox 1:52:22

12M ago1:52:22

1:52:22

By Choc Knox Unplugged

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Evil, Good, and It's Image 1:41:36

12M ago1:41:36

1:41:36

By Choc Knox & Jason Farley

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Knox Unleashed Family Friday: Economic Blessing 2:03:00

1y ago2:03:00

2:03:00

The importance of the family part II: EconomyBy Chocolate Knox

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Image of Good again... 1:40:04

1y ago1:40:04

1:40:04

By Chocolate Knox & Jason Farley

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The Image of Good II 2:13:17

1y ago2:13:17

2:13:17

By Chocolate Knox & Jason Farley

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NSQ Educators Unplugged. With Spencer Russell @toddlerscanread and Welsley Jongko @littleliteracynook 49:55

1y ago49:55

49:55

Welcome to a special episode of No Silly Questions: Educators Unplugged. Today we’re thrilled to be joined by two well-known guests who are both experienced literacy educators and who use their social media platforms to help parents and teachers support children in building their literacy skills.By Danielle Freilich and Jordana Fruchter

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The Image of Good 1:45:10

1y ago1:45:10

1:45:10

By Chocolate Knox & Jason Farley

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NSQ Parents Unplugged. With Jake Sherman, Sara Eisen, and Jamie Stelter 39:16

1y ago39:16

39:16

Welcome to an episode of NSQ Parents Unplugged- where we hear from parents and professionals about their experiences with school and the educational choices they're making for their families. Today, we’re thrilled to be joined by three esteemed guests who all work in the news media space for a discussion about how we expose our kids to current even…