Welcome to the Via Dolorosa Podcast, where we engage in enriching conversations about classical education and the liberal arts tradition in Nigeria. Join us each week as they explore how timeless ideas from the past can inspire and shape human flourishing today, providing valuable resources for parents, students, and educators alike.
The Role of Logic in a Democratic Society & Why Beauty Matters
In this episode, Daniel and Alex discussed the importance of logic in a democratic society. They traveled back to ancient Athens to explore how Socrates, Aristotle, and Plato saw logic as a vital tool in civic life. They also considered how modern literature differs from classical works and why beauty matters.
Links:
Socratic Logic: A Logic Text using Socratic Method, Platonic Questions, and Aristotelian Principles, Edition 3.1 (https://www.amazon.com/Socratic-Logic-Questions-Aristotelian-Principles/dp/1587318083)
7 Sept 2024
How Genesis Informs the Purpose of Education, Aristotle vs. Socrates on Rhetoric.
We were honored to have Eric VanDerhoof (https://veritaspress.com/team-member/eric-vanderhoof ) from Veritas Press as a special guest speaker. Our discussion touched on how the Book of Genesis informs the ultimate purpose of education, Aristotle's and Plato's views on rhetoric, the essence of classical education, the nature of objective truth, and practical guidance for parents on homeschooling their children.
Making a Difference Part I: Notre Dame Survey Shows Effect of Classical Christian Schools Is Profound: https://thehabershamschool.org/making-a-difference-part-i/
3 Sept 2024
Education or Indoctrination? High Culture, Nigeria's Philosophy of Education
In this episode, we explored the true purpose of education, focusing on how the pursuit of truth should be at its core. We discussed the contrasts and connections between High Culture and Popular Culture and examined Nigeria's philosophy of education. Join us for a thoughtful conversation on how education shapes our understanding of truth, culture, and the values that influence our society.
24 Aug 2024
Reformation and Education, Practical Philosophy & The Seven Laws of Teaching
In this episode, we talked about the Protestant Reformers' ideas on education, how practical philosophy connects to everyday life, took a closer look at Charter House School in Lagos, and discussed The Seven Laws of Teaching.
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