Paideia Academy Podcast

Paideia Academy Podcast

por The Paideia Academy Faculty, Staff, Students, Parents, Board, and Friends
Educación para niñosCristianismo
Temporada 2

Of Saints and Scholars: The Spiritual and Intellectual Inheritance of the Medieval World

In this episode, Upper School Humanities and Latin Instructor (as well as Dean of Augsburg Hall) Lydia Zinn shares the significance of medieval study and theological retrieval in the classical Christian classroom. We invite you to hear her thoughts on the benefits of integrating the subjects into a unified whole, the necessity of studying primary sources, and the overall delight that medieval study can bring.
T2 · E8
2 oct 2026
32:11

Storing Up Treasures in Heaven: The Story of Paideia's Granddad

In this episode, Paideia "Granddad" John Sadler (known by most as a substitute teacher) discusses his prayers before the school existed, his substitute teaching efforts over the years, and his passion for encouraging alumni to give back to the school. We invite you to hear his thoughts on what Paideia Academy has meant to him as a grandparent, a substitute teacher, and someone who is passionate about classical Christian education in general.
T2 · E7
25 sept 2026
32:18

The Wonder of the World: Why Science Belongs in the Classical Christian Classroom

In this episode, Science Teachers Brittany Tuten and Hallie Zigament (whose collective teaching scope spans from 4th Graders to Seniors) discuss the significance of robust, quality science instruction within a proper classical Christian education. We invite you to hear their thoughts on what classical Christian schools miss when they neglect to teach science richly, why science/reason and faith are complementary rather than incompatible, and how Christian theists practice science differently than secular scientists. Stay tuned to also hear some of their favorite memories and the one thing they hope their students remember from their teaching once they've moved onto the next sequence of their lives.
T2 · E6
18 sept 2026
26:37

Laps, Losses, and Laurels: What Athletics Can Teach Us About Virtue

In this episode, Athletic Director Kristin Monge shares the vision for the "paideia" of athletics as we seek to rightly view the realm of athletics from a Biblical lens. We invite you to hear her talk about the value of athletics in classical Christian education, how our school prioritizes athletics differently than others, the virtues athletics can build, and some of the best Paideia athletics memories and accomplishments in recent years.
T2 · E5
4 sept 2026
24:19

Unless the Lord Builds the House: The Story of Paideia's Founding and God's Faithfulness

In this episode, Paideia founders and current board members Randy Sadler and Charles Clapp share stories of Paideia Academy's beginnings and the way the Lord has sustained the school over 20+ years. We invite you to hear their thoughts on the early challenges of starting the school, the joys of seeing thriving graduates walk across the stage for the first time (and in the following years), and the "non-negotiables" that Paideia has kept the same for all its existence.
T2 · E4
28 ago 2026
35:29

Building for Generations: The Case for Classical Christian Education in America and the Vision for Knox Hall

In this episode, Director of Development and Fundraising Nick Duncan shares his passion for Classical Christian education in America, along with some exciting updates about the Knox Hall Fundraiser. We invite you to hear his thoughts why Classical Christian education should matter for Americans specifically and which true, good, and beautiful things our nation should learn to love again. He also provides some sneak peeks for the Knox Hall event, such as a few auction items people should get excited for.
T2 · E3
21 ago 2026
33:30

Running the Race Before Us: Training the Body, Forming the Mind, and Equipping the Soul

In this episode, Senior Anatomy teacher/Track and Cross-Country Coach Ryan Hartzel shares his passion for training young athletes in a Biblically-based manner. We invite you to hear his thoughts on why bodily training is so important for Christians, how training the body and the mind simultaneously is of great value to believers, and what he hopes all of this student-athletes remember about the gospel during their time learning from him and training under his leadership.
T2 · E2
14 ago 2026
28:30

In the Shade of Faithful Oaks: Why One Paideia Graduate Returned to Teach at His Alma Mater

In this episode, former Paideia student-turned-teacher, Samuel Sadler, discusses both why he decided to return to Paideia and why he has chosen a career in the classical Christian field. We invite you to hear from Samuel as he share about his journey within the classical Christian education realm and how his particular educational experience has equipped him to invest into the next generation of students at Paideia Academy.
T2 · E1
7 ago 2026
27:05
Temporada 1

Habits of Honor: Cultivating Leadership, Discipline, and Joyful Responsibility in Student Culture

In this episode, Upper School Dean of Student Culture/Omnibus & Rhetoric Instructor/Dean of Westminster Hall, Graham Averitt, shares what makes Paideia Academy's student culture joyful and thriving. We invite you to hear his thoughts on classical, Christ-centered discipline; the significance of tradition, feasting, and singing in building school unity; and the intentionality of Paideia's Upper School in encouraging and equipping students to lead.
T1 · E17
15 may 2026
28:11

Formed for Faithfulness: Senior Boys on Manhood, Discipleship, and Thinking Biblically

In this episode, Senior Boys reflect over the course of their time as students at Paideia Academy. We invite you to hear how they faced difficulties, strengthened their intellectual skills, experienced discipleship, grew in manliness/godliness, deepened their faith, and built lasting relationships within the Halls of our beloved school.
T1 · E16
8 may 2026
37:10
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