Best Trinity Classical Academy Podcasts (2025)

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Milton’s Paradise Lost, with Dr. Grant Horner 40:25

16d ago40:25

40:25

John Milton—the sixteenth-century blind Puritan poetic genius, reviled by some, beloved by most, second in greatness only to Shakespeare—pens an epic poem: Paradise Lost. In astonishing beauty and depth, he retells the tragic fall of man in the Garden of Eden. But did he make Satan the poem’s hero? Dr. Grant Horner, Professor of English, Renaissanc…

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Classical Education in America, with Zach Weichbrodt 28:21

1M ago28:21

28:21

Classical ideas profoundly shaped the United States, from the colonial era to the Revolution and Founding to the Civil War and beyond. But how exactly did “Athens” and “Rome” help build “Washington”? Zach Weicbrodt, Trinity’s Dean of Classical Learning, will help us find out, in this friendly guide to Classical Christian Education.…

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Reading the Old Testament, with Aaron Fudge 23:51

2M ago23:51

23:51

The Old Testament is long, sometimes perplexing and, well, old. Yet great treasures lie within. How do classical Christian educators help their students extract truth and wisdom from the Old Testament? Trinity’s Dean of Students Aaron Fudge will help us find out, in this friendly guide to Classical Christian Education.…

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Singapore Math, with Sarah Hwang 21:29

3M ago21:29

21:29

“Why would they change math?! MATH is MATH!!” complained Mr. Incredible in Incredibles 2. Many parents sympathize. What’s this new type of math called Singapore Math? Is it just extra work for no reason? And does it fit with Classical and Christian values? Trinity grammar school teacher Sarah Hwang will help us find out, in this friendly guide to C…

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The Lifetime Effect & Trauma on Victims of The Berlin Christmas Market Attack 2016 59:37

4M ago59:37

59:37

Gerhard Zawatzki went to the Christmas Breitscheidplatz market in Berlin, Germany with friends and in a matter of seconds his life changed forever. He discusses here the events of that day and the daily trauma he faces since. Today the 19th December 2024 marks the 8th anniversary of that tragic day and he will make his way to the Kaiser Wilhelm chu…

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CS Lewis’s Problem of Pain, with Eric Margrave 24:15

5M ago24:15

24:15

If God is good and all powerful, why does he allow pain? It’s one of the deepest questions Christians wrestle with, and one we pose to our Seniors in their Apologetics class. To help them form an answer, we give them a brilliant little book by CS Lewis. What do our students learn about suffering and God through reading The Problem of Pain? Trinity …

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Arlesey Town v Winslow United South Midlands League 7th Dec 2024 15:51

5M ago15:51

15:51

In really difficult conditions in Bedfordshire Arlesey was one of the few games that went ahead. Credit to the volunteers who got the pitch playable. Despite the conditions it was clear Arlesey had a vision of how they wanted to play and all credit to the young manager. The club were terrific and so welcoming. Up there with the best. Phil Cavener p…

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Building Sturdy Kids, with Keith McCurdy 27:31

6M ago27:31

27:31

We must make our kids feel happy… right? Keith McCurdy, an experienced family therapist and popular Classical Christian education speaker, argues that following feelings leads to disaster. Instead, the path to growth, maturity, and lasting happiness—at school and home—means embracing healthy struggle. How can parents and teachers work together to p…

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FA Cup Classic Hednesford Town v Gainsborough Trinity 2nd November 24 30:26

6M ago30:26

30:26

Martin Price lives nearby to Hednesford Town in Rugeley, a season ticket holder at Wolverhampton Wanderers and had never been to a non-league football match. So, I took him along to Hednesford Town for his non-league debut and my word, what a game. One of the best entertaining football matches I can ever recall seeing live or being involved in. The…

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Barton Rovers v Folkestone Invicta + Interview Jermaine Hall on Directional CIC youth work 33:54

6M ago33:54

33:54

I sat down with Barton Rovers manager to talk about his motivation and work with youth support organisation Directional CIC. That is followed up with input form Barton Rovers Chairman Darren Whiley who describes how the stadium and club have been on a journey of improvement and how it looking completely refurbished. Barton lost three nil to Step 3 …

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Incredible story of Biggleswade FC born 2016 + Parents & Players share their pro Academy Experience 46:57

6M ago46:57

46:57

After the high and terrific performance playing York City in the FA Cup, I returned to dig deeper into this Biggleswade FC Story. A club formed only in 2016, ran in such a brilliant way and holding its own at step 4 whilst creating amazing memories. A club formed from youth players to keep them together is a real unique story. I speak with Chairman…

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View on (FA) England Manager Thomas Tuchel and Visit to Newport Pagnell Town v MK Irish FA Vase 19th Oct 2024 45:34

6M ago45:34

45:34

0-10mins. In my intro I share my thoughts on appointment of Thomas Tuchel, who I hope does well. But the frustration of the mixed message of the football ID. Skip 10 mins to the brilliant Ian Ford of Newport Pagnell Town FC, on the journey of the club and the amazing work they have done. Building foundations for sustainability and long term progres…

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Navigating Academy Football with Dr Chris Platts 1:10:41

7M ago1:10:41

1:10:41

It's with great pleasure and a privilege to welcome Dr Chris Platts on to our Podcast. Dr Chris Platts is dedicated to the wellbeing and welfare of young, potential and professional footballers. With research spanning 15 years, Chris tracked the careers of over 300 players from academy level football, and gathered the views of key support staff to …

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The Brothers Karamazov, with Jandy Hardesty 20:38

7M ago20:38

20:38

Who killed Fyodor Karamazov? Wealthy, boorish, debauched: the man made many enemies. The prime suspects are his three sons. Was it Dimitri, the hot headed eldest? Ivan, the atheist intellectual? Or young Alyosha, who loves holy living? This murder mystery is at the heart of Fyodor Dostoyevsky’s The Brothers Karamazov. Dostoyevsky’s tale is a master…

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Biggleswade FC v York City FC 12th October 2024 22:07

7M ago22:07

22:07

Emirates FA Cup 4th Qualifying Round My thoughts on a great game with great hosts. Thanks to Jeremy Reynolds, Ruth Reynolds, Lee Rusbridge and Managers Dave Northfield and Mark InskipBy Anthony McCool

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Sheffield United v Luton Match Review 5th October 2024 – With Pete Armitage 45:57

7M ago45:57

45:57

Jump to 23 mins for post-match thoughts. I chat with Peter Armitage, a man that did a lot for local football around Luton. Together we broke many records and won many trophy's. Peter is also a staunch Hatters fan who is there week in week out. We have a chat on the way which includes his time in local football and expectations for the game. Post ga…

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Football is for the Fans - Richard Irving The FSA and Dunstable Town Chairman Andrew Madaras 1:06:28

7M ago1:06:28

1:06:28

Interview with Richard Irving, Network Manager from the Football Supporters Association and Andrew Madaras, Chairman of Dunstable Town FC. Together with Tony McCool we discuss the role of The FSA being the voice of fans across football, being advocates for fan ownership, as well as some of the important roles community football clubs play for local…

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Learning Logic, with Sally Leon 33:00

7M ago33:00

33:00

Teaching logic to middle schoolers—isn’t that asking for trouble? Or perhaps it’s just what the doctor ordered: young men and women learning careful, responsible rules of reasonable argument. Still, it takes a bright and brave teacher to guide thirteen-year-olds into the land of logic. Find out how and why it’s done, in this friendly guide to Class…

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MK Irish v Harpenden Town 7th September 2024 - Finished 8-0 to MK Irish 7:09

8M ago7:09

7:09

A short report on this one sided game. MK Irish go 6 league games without conceding a goal at step 5 (level 9 of non-league football)By Anthony McCool

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Bedford Town v Bishop's Stortford 26th August 2024 15:08

8M ago15:08

15:08

Enjoyable game with some exciting talent on show. Loyal Bedford Town fans made their way to Hitchin Town to play the home fixture against Bishop's Stortford while the new artificial pitch is completed at the New Eyrie. The Game finished 2-1 to Bedford Town. Thanks to Lee and Martyn for the warm welcome and this includes post match Interview with Le…

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Augustine’s Confessions, with Dr. Andrew Selby 24:24

8M ago24:24

24:24

Augustine had wealth, prestige, power—and gnawing void inside. How did God draw this sinner to himself? How did this restless man find rest? Augustine revealed all in his Confessions. Hear what Augustine confessed in this friendly guide to Classical Christian Education. Presented by TrinityU, a service of Trinity Classical Academy in Santa Clarita,…

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St Albans City FC v Worthing FC 17th Aug 24 12:44

9M ago12:44

12:44

Great game in the sunshine St Albans City FC v Worthing FC. In particular looking at standout players with a post match interview with the excellent David Noble.By Anthony McCool

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Real Bedford FC V Hertford Town FC 10th Aug 2024 - Through the eyes of a scout 17:36

9M ago17:36

17:36

Tony McCool reports on this season opener at Step 4 in the Pitching In Southern League from the perspective of a scout. What talent really stands out in his opinion. Includes post match interview with Real Bedford Manager Rob Sinclair.By Anthony McCool

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Classical Astronomy, with Eric Margrave 26:54

12M ago26:54

26:54

Are the stars, planets, and the galaxies in the night sky just a swirling mass of chaos? Or a divine dance of beauty, harmony, and order? And does being a Christian help or hinder our quest to understand the universe—and our place in it? Find out how studying Johannes Kepler’s revolutionary approach to classical astronomy helps us answer these ques…

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Writing the Chreia, with Laurie Sachs 22:33

1y ago22:33

22:33

Ancient writing teachers trained students to produce powerful and elegant writing on command. How? Through a writing practice called the “Chreia.” Find out how the Chreia works and how it trains students in wisdom, in this friendly guide to the world of Classical Christian education. Presented by TrinityU, a service of Trinity Classical Academy in …

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“Living Like Weasels,” with Donny MacAdam 27:37

1y ago27:37

27:37

How do weasels live? And why would a famous writer like Annie Dillard write a stylish, provocative, and potentially life-changing essay about living like one? Find out in this friendly guide to the world of Classical Christian Education. If you would like to read the short essay for yourself, you can do so from this link. Presented by TrinityU, a s…

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Napoleon, with Morgan Geiser 29:02

1y ago29:02

29:02

Napoleon Bonaparte: hero or villain? Military genius or narcissistic tyrant? A curious historical figure to forget or one who helped make the modern world? Find out in this friendly guide to Classical Christian Education. Presented by TrinityU, a service of Trinity Classical Academy in Santa Clarita, CA…

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Non League to Pro Football 1:00:18

1+ y ago1:00:18

1:00:18

I've scouted for English Professional Football Clubs at hundreds of games. If you're a non-league player and you still want to 'make it', here is my advice...By Anthony McCool

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The Logic of English, with Sarah Robertson 21:02

1+ y ago21:02

21:02

Literacy is the foundation of all learning. But learning to read English can seem messy, illogical, even random. It doesn’t have to be, though. Find out how the “Logic of English” program makes reading clear and simple in this friendly guide to the world of classical Christian education. Presented by TrinityU, a service of Trinity Classical Academy…

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Destined to be a footballer with Andrew Osei-Bonsu 1:01:26

1+ y ago1:01:26

1:01:26

Andrew went all the way through the Academy and into the 1st Team at MK Dons. But what happens when it all falls apart? Andrew discusses dropping into non-league, losing opportunities, agents, playing full-time in Ireland, Scotland and accepting he needs new career options. Recovering from feeling completely lost after all he knew was football. A m…

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Martin Price - AV industry sales expert talks Mental Health 38:37

1+ y ago38:37

38:37

One of the most consistent over performing sales people of the Audio Visual industry in the UK over the last 30 years. Martin is someone you never forget after you meet and he lit up every room he entered. This funny, charismatic, imposing, confident man could hold court with hundreds of people. But he's faced some deep challenges and here he talks…

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Educating for Maturity, with Joe Rigney 23:22

1+ y ago23:22

23:22

The Bible and Ancient Greek and Roman education: do these really go together? Joe Rigney, theologian and author of Live Like A Narnian, joins us to explain how the Biblical pattern of priest, king, and prophet gives us a model for raising mature, thoughtful students, ready to engage and transform the world. Find out more in this friendly guide to C…

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Academy Football - Can it do better? 1:17:42

1+ y ago1:17:42

1:17:42

My proposal for a better & fairer Academy Football SystemBy Anthony McCool

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The Short Introduction and Summary 8:07

1+ y ago8:07

8:07

Introducing McCoolToTalk by me, 'Tony' McCool I was labelled the "Firebrand" for speaking up in Academy football about concerns and integrity. I'll share lots of coaching and scouting experiences and methods that could help you if your involved in youth football or a football parent. I'll be talking about the rigours of non-league football. I'll ta…

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A Scientific Defense of Faith, with Dr. Mark Phillips 34:05

1+ y ago34:05

34:05

America’s fastest growing religion is atheism, fueled by believing that science contradicts the Bible. But, as Dr. Phillips argues, the Bible’s truth actually is supported by recent scientific discoveries! Find out how we can use science to defend the Christian faith in this friendly guide to Classical Christian education.…

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Parenting Teens Today, with Bjorn Bjornsson 29:28

1+ y ago29:28

29:28

Raising teens has never been easy. But add smartphones and a pandemic: it’s a recipe for toxic stress. We see it at home and in the classroom. How can parents help teens overcome today’s challenges? Bjorn Bjornsson, a pastor and licensed marriage and family therapist, helps us find out in this in this friendly guide to Classical Christian Education…

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Boethius’s Consolation of Philosophy, with Zach Weichbrodt 25:50

1+ y ago25:50

25:50

Boethius weeps in prison. Devotion to virtue, study, and public service resulted only in false accusations and a death sentence. Stripped of his career, his books, his family, all that remains is what he carries in his soul. Yet, Boethius picks up a pen, and pours out a masterpiece of philosophical depth and poetic beauty. How should a classically-…

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The Wisdom Pyramid, with Brett McCracken 35:22

1+ y ago35:22

35:22

Today’s technologies flood us with an endless stream of information—and it’s making our minds and hearts sick. How can we find health and seek wisdom in our digital age? Brett McCracken, author and senior editor at the Gospel Coalition website, shares the strategy from his book, The Wisdom Pyramid, in this friendly guide to Classical Christian Educ…

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Sophocles’ Antigone, with Jennene Margrave 23:57

2+ y ago23:57

23:57

A foolish king, an unjust law, a young woman grieving a family tragedy: it's the recipe for gut-wrenching, nail-biting drama in Sophocles’ Antigone. This timeless play—written by ancient Greece’s greatest playwright—dives into the depths of the human condition and asks, “is there hope in a tragic world?” Learn more about this masterpiece in our fri…

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Meaning at the Movies, with Mark Gould 31:39

2+ y ago31:39

31:39

Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Harry Potter: movies move our hearts and form our minds. How does classical Christian education equip students to see the deeper meanings of movies, and even start making their own? Feature film director and Trinity film teacher Mark Gould shows us how, in this friendly guide to classical Christian education.…

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Much Ado About Nothing, with Jandy Hardesty 22:46

2+ y ago22:46

22:46

A bride who dies to live. A groom deceived by comrades. An unexpected romance. A buffoon constable who actually uncovers the truth. Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing has all this and more. But does this comedy about “nothing” contain hidden depths? Find out in this friendly guide to classical Christian education.…

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Beowulf, with Zach Weichbrodt 27:05

2+ y ago27:05

27:05

Legendary swords, mead halls, and gory monsters fill the Old English tale of Beowulf. But what can the story teach us about heroism and faith during dark times? Find out in this friendly guide to Classical Christian Education.

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Homer’s Odyssey, with Chris Leigh 25:52

2+ y ago25:52

25:52

The great hero Odysseus sits on the seashore of an island paradise next to a stunning goddess—and weeps. Why is honor, skill, beauty and treasure not enough? Find out in this friendly guide to classical Christian education.

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US Constitution, with Liz Caddow 26:03

3y ago26:03

26:03

The Constitution is a true national treasure. What happens when classical Christian students study it, debate it, memorize it? And on the senior trip to DC, did Mrs. Caddow try to steal it? Find out more in this friendly guide to Classical Christian Education.

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Why Study Latin? With Lucy Banduk 22:09

3y ago22:09

22:09

Latin: isn’t it too difficult, too grammar-focussed, too ... useless? Not at all! Find out why Latin is so rewarding to study—and how you might already speak Latin without knowing it—in this friendly guide to Classical Christian education. Bonus: Youtube Link to Lucy Banduk’s TrinityU lecture, “I came, I saw, I spoke Latin” Youtube Link to Ricky pr…

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Science vs. Religion? with Dr. James Ungureanu 27:52

3y ago27:52

27:52

Science and religion at war… is a myth! But it’s a powerful one. Where did it come from? And how should Classical Christian schools teach the proper relationship between faith and science? Find out in this friendly guide to Classical Christian Education.

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CS Lewis’s Great Divorce, with James Johnson 23:20

3+ y ago23:20

23:20

What if the citizens of Hell visited Heaven? The visitors will be surprised, challenged, and potentially transformed—as will modern readers of CS Lewis’s visionary novel, The Great Divorce. Find out more in this friendly guide to Classical Christian Education. Available on Spotify, Google Play, and Apple Podcasts.…

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Conspiracy Theories Meet Classical Education, with Shea Ramquist 34:47

3+ y ago34:47

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Euclid’s Elements, with Sarah Carty 18:23

3+ y ago18:23

18:23

Euclid’s Elements of Geometry set the standard for mathematical thinking for over 2000 years. In studying carefully crafted proofs, students learn not only geometry and logic—they encounter the beauty of God’s universe.

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Aesop’s Fables, with Rebekah Richardson 27:45

3+ y ago27:45

27:45

Do Aesop’s humble fables still matter today? Yes! Fables cultivate wisdom, start students on the “progymnasmata” writing program, and prepare them to share the gospel.

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