Ep 1: Introductions

03/02/2025 40 min Temporada 1 Episodio 1
Ep 1: Introductions

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In this inaugural episode, hosts Kristen Malabayabas and Ted Trainor introduce their podcast focused on education, particularly classical education, and the challenges parents face in navigating modern educational landscapes. They share their personal journeys in education, discuss the shift towards classical education, and emphasize the importance of equipping parents to disciple their children amidst cultural challenges. The conversation highlights the role of parents in education, the definition of classical education, and the need for intentional parenting in today's world.TakeawaysEducation is seen as a pathway out of many challenges.The hosts have diverse backgrounds in education, including public and classical education.Classical education emphasizes wisdom and knowledge over mere information.Parents play a crucial role in their children's education and spiritual development.The podcast aims to equip parents with tools to navigate modern educational challenges.Classical education is not just for the elite; it can be accessible to all families.The importance of understanding the cultural context in which education takes place.Parents should not feel overwhelmed by the educational choices available to them.Discipleship is a key theme in equipping children for the future.The journey of education is ongoing and requires continuous learning and adaptation.TitlesNavigating the Education LandscapeThe Classical Education RevolutionSound Bites"Classical education is intense.""We are all just trying to figure it out.""It's a journey we're all on."Chapters00:00Introduction to The Reformed Parent Podcast04:59Kristen's Journey in Education09:05Ted's Educational Transformation13:21The Importance of Classical Education17:48Navigating Educational Choices as Christian Parents21:23Navigating Educational Choices24:54The Role of Parents in Education26:32Understanding Classical Education28:19Personal Experiences in Classical Education32:03The Journey of Parenting and Education36:30Equipping Parents for Cultural Challenges37:04Defining the Role of a Headmaster40:43Introduction to the Conversation40:45Engagement and Support for the PodcastKeywordsclassical education, parenting, education reform, Christian education, wisdom, knowledge, parenting challenges, modern education, homeschooling, discipleship

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