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The Statesman: A Classical Education PodcastBrothers Karamazov: The Grand Inquistor and The Nature of Freedom | EP 12Ross Garner, Michael Conklin, Landon O'Neil, Hannah Jensen, and Tania Medina discuss Fyodor Dostoevsky's The Brothers Karamazov. Ross begins by providing context to the chapter, The Grand Inquisitor, and the group discusses its central theme of free will.
The views expressed by individuals in this podcast are their own and do not represent John Adams Academy.
The music used in this episode is adapted and used with proper permission and licensing (Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, CC BY-SA 2.0 , via Wikimedia Commons)2025-01-1656 minThe Statesman: A Classical Education PodcastThe Brothers Karamazov: Being A Pest | EP 11Ross Garner, Benjamin Asvitt, Faith Sawyer, and Mark Bixler discuss Fyodor Dostoevsky's The Brothers Karamazov. Benjamin begins by providing a short synopsis of the next 100 pages of the book after which Mark shares a passage from the book related to human nature. They discuss Dimitri Karamazov's view of man and his buggish nature as well as whether it is morally permissible to wish for someone's death. Though somewhat depressing themes, the conversation ends hopeful and optimistic.
The views expressed by individuals in this podcast are their own and do not represent John Adams Academy.
The...2024-11-131h 05The Statesman: A Classical Education PodcastThe Brothers Karamazov: The Healing Power of Selfless Love | EP 10Ross Garner, Sabrina Dailey, and Victoria Smith discuss Fyodor Dostoevsky's The Brothers Karamazov. Sabrina begins by providing a short synopsis of the first 100 pages of the book after which Victoria begins the conversation by quoting a passage from Elder Zosima's teachings on active love. They discuss the power of active love and how it changes their ideals from being selfish to selfless.
The views expressed by individuals in this podcast are their own and do not represent John Adams Academy.
The music used in this episode is adapted and used with proper permission and licensing...2024-11-0555 minThe Statesman: A Classical Education PodcastJunius Maltby: Achieving a Balanced Vision of Life | EP 9Ross Garner, Aaron Navarro, Nathan Cubano and John Benson discuss John Steinbeck's "Junius Maltby" from The Pastures of Heaven. John begins by providing a short synopsis of the book after which Nathan begins the conversation by quoting a passage near the end of the story when Robbie Maltby discovers his poverty and is ashamed. They discuss the duties of parents to their children to provide for their physical and spiritual needs and the need to achieve a balanced vision of life.
The views expressed by individuals in this podcast are their own and do not represent John...2024-08-231h 11The Statesman: A Classical Education PodcastThe Great Conversation: Becoming Human Through A Liberal Arts Education | EP 8Ross Garner, Allison Dickman, Jessica Liaghat, and Jessika Rubick discuss Robert Hutchin's The Great Conversation. Jessica L. begins by providing a short synopsis of the book after which Jessika R. begins the conversation by quoting a passage about the America's strength lying in the character and intelligence of its people. They discuss what it means to be an American and why its important for all Americans to pursue a liberal education as part of their civic responsibility.
As Americans we are very diverse, but the common denominator we share is that we are all human and we...2024-08-231h 04The Statesman: A Classical Education PodcastFrom Scholar to Mentor: How Great Books, Socratic Discussions, and Mentors Shape Us | EP 7Ross Garner, Michael Conklin, Michael Bacon, Cruz Martinez, Pedro Tafoya, and Shalya Phillips discuss what great books, discussions, and mentors had the greatest impact on them while they were scholars at John Adams Academy, and why they chose to come back to the after graduation to teach. They talk about the learning environment at the Academy as one where the mentors are as engaged in the learning process as the scholars and are all working to improve themselves and increase their knowledge and abilities.
The views expressed by individuals in this podcast are their own and do...2024-06-0651 minThe Statesman: A Classical Education PodcastUncle Tom's Cabin: Hypocrisy, Religion, and Freedom of the Soul | EP 6Ross Garner, Karin Anderson, Mark Bixler and Victoria and Constance Smith discuss Harriet Beecher Stowe's Uncle Tom's Cabin. Mark begins by providing a short synopsis of the book after which Constances poses a question regarding the hypocrtical religious views of Marie St. Claire in the book. They discuss the nature of religion and the way it can ironically be twisted to justify immorality. They also discuss the effect of slavery on the human soul and how Uncle Tom attained a freedom of his soul in spite of his bonds.
The views expressed by individuals in this podcast...2024-06-051h 15The Statesman: A Classical Education PodcastThe World Is Too Much With Us: Living in Harmony | EP 5Ross Garner and Josh Christensen discuss William Wordsworth's sonnet "The World Is Too Much With Us." They begin by reading the peom aloud and then consider its meaning. They discuss why we as humans waste our powers in merely getting and spending money, and how we can live more in tune with Nature and harmonize our lives with others.
The views expressed by individuals in this podcast are their own and do not represent John Adams Academy.
The music used in this episode is adapted and used with proper permission and licensing (Wolfgang Amadeus...2024-03-2542 minThe Statesman: A Classical Education PodcastPride and Prejudice: Why We Like to Dislike Others | EP 4Ross Garner, Cali Wassom, Ruth Boatwright, Marco Lordge, and Lillian Braatz discuss Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice. Ruth begins by providing a short synopsis of the book after which Lillian poses a question regarding Elizabeth Bennet's ability to fairly judge the character of others. They discuss the nature of pride and prejudice as vices and why we as humans like to dislike others.
The views expressed by individuals in this podcast are their own and do not represent John Adams Academy.
The music used in this episode is adapted and used...2024-03-2558 minThe Statesman: A Classical Education PodcastHamlet: The Value of Life and Proper Attitude Towards Death | EP 3Ross Garner, Michael Conklin, Maya Wright and Austin Edlow discuss William Shakespeare’s tragedy Hamlet. After a brief summary of the plot by Mr. Conklin, the group discusses the grief of Hamlet at the loss of his father and the hasty marriage of his mother and uncle. They consider whether the preciousness of life is directly connected to its mortal and finite nature. They also discuss Hamlet's famous "To be, or not to be" soliloquy and whether Hamlet's attitude towards death and improper valuing of his own life is the cause of the whole tragedy.
...2024-03-251h 07The Statesman: A Classical Education PodcastThe Death of Ivan Ilyich: Confronting the Unpleasant Aspects of Life | EP 2Ross Garner, Michael Conklin, Madylin Webster and Cooper McDaniel discuss Leo Tolstoy's short story The Death of Ivan Ilyich. To begin, Madylin offers a summary of the book to provide context for the listener. Cooper then starts the discussion by drawing the group's attention to the inappropriate premise with which Ivan Ilyich begins his marriage. Throughout the conversation, they explore the danger inherent in avoiding the unpleasant aspects of life and the importance of not settling for superficial relationships.
The views expressed by individuals in this podcast are their own and do not represent John Adams Academy.
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The Statesman: A Classical Education PodcastThe Practicality of Reading Old Books | EP 1Ross Garner and Michael Conklin introduce The Statesman, a classical education podcast affiliated with John Adams Academy. They explain that the purpose of the podcast is not to create an ivory tower book club, but to have down-to-earth discussions of great books for the benefit of average Americans. They share experiences from the classroom and their personal lives of the impact classical education has had on them and how they came to love and appreciate great books.
The views expressed by individuals in this podcast
are their own and do not represent John Adams Academy.
The music a...2024-03-2527 minThe Statesman: A Classical Education PodcastThe Death of Ivan Ilyich: Confronting the Unpleasant Aspects of Life | EP 2Ross Garner, Michael Conklin, Madylin Webster and Cooper McDaniel discuss Leo Tolstoy's short story The Death of Ivan Ilyich. To begin, Madylin provides a summary of the book to provide context for the listener and Cooper starts the discussion by drawing the group's attention to the inappropriate premise Ivan begins his marriage. Throughout the conversation, they explore the danger inherent in avoiding the unpleasant aspects of life and the importance of not settling for superficial relationships. The views expressed by individuals in this podcast are their own and do not represent John Adams AcademyThe mu...2024-01-251h 03The Statesman: A Classical Education PodcastThe Practicality of Reading Old Books | EP 1Ross Garner and Michael Conklin introduce The Statesman, a classical education podcast affiliated with John Adams Academy. They explain that the purpose of the podcast is not to create an ivory tower book club, but to have down-to-earth discussions of great books for the benefit of average Americans. They share personal experiences from the classroom and their personal lives of the impact classical education has had on them and how they came to love and appreciate great books. The views expressed by individuals in this podcast are their own and do not represent John Adams Academy.2024-01-2527 min
The Filmmakers PodcastHow to Make Independent Action Films with Ross Boyask, director of I Am Vengeance : RetaliationThis weeks we chat to experienced filmmaker and all round great guy Ross Boyask about making action films, creativity on set and his latest film and sequel, I am Vengeance: Retaliation starring Stu Bennett and Vinnie Jones .
Hosts Giles Alderson (Arthur & Merlin) and producer Robbie McKane dive deep with Ross into action film-making, how to prepare the scenes, working on set, getting performance from actors and creating a safe environment to do so.
We discuss the virtual Cannes Film Festival just gone as his international sales agency and production company Evolutionary Films he runs with John Adams and Diane Shorthouse...2020-07-071h 01
The Filmmakers PodcastHow to Make Independent Action Films with Ross Boyask, director of I Am Vengeance : Retaliation starring Stu Bennett & Vinnie JonesThis weeks we chat to experienced filmmaker and all round great guy Ross Boyask about making action films, creativity on set and his latest film and sequel, I am Vengeance: Retaliation starring Stu Bennett and Vinnie Jones .Hosts Giles Alderson (Arthur & Merlin) and producer Robbie McKane dive deep with Ross into action film-making, how to prepare the scenes, working on set, getting performance from actors and creating a safe environment to do so.We discuss the virtual Cannes Film Festival just gone as his international sales agency and production company Evolutionary Films he runs with...2020-07-071h 04
The Mindtools L&D Podcast98 — Working Across GenerationsThis week on The GoodPractice Podcast, Ross G and Owen are joined by Hello2morrow's Chloe Walton to ask how far we can generalise 'millennials'. We explore just some of the benefits to be found when organisations encourage conversations across generations, and ask what those of us in L&D, HR and OD do to facilitate these conversations. To share your thoughts on the podcast, you can find us on Twitter @RossGarnerGP, @owenferguson and @Chloe2morrow. To find out more about GoodPractice, visit goodpractice.com or tweet us @GoodPractice and @GoodPracticeAus. Hello2...2018-06-0533 min