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EPISODE · Apr 21, 2026 · 40 MIN

Introducing a new book on classical education: Things Glorious and Ruinous

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Author and educator Mark Signorelli joins Renee and Karen to discuss his new book, Things Glorious and Ruinous, Considering Classical Education Amidst Cultural Decay. Listen as they talk about the benefits of a classical education, including, as Mark writes in his book, "What is it the classical educator is preparing her students for? For happiness. And how does one learn to be happy in the future? By learning to be happy now. Happiness is a way of being in the world...." Be encouraged to continue the good work of educating your children. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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