Woke and Weaponized: How Karl Marx Won the Battle for American Education, and How We Can Win it Back with Robert Bortins

EPISODE · Feb 16, 2026 · 30 MIN

Woke and Weaponized: How Karl Marx Won the Battle for American Education, and How We Can Win it Back with Robert Bortins

from Homeschool Minnesota · host Dayle Annand MÂCHÉ

In this episode, Dayle Annand interviews Robert Bortins about his book 'Woke and Weaponized,' which discusses the influence of Marxism on American education and the importance of parental involvement in homeschooling. They explore the implications of school choice, the infiltration of Marxist ideologies in society, and the challenges posed by AI in education. Bortins emphasizes the need for a Christian worldview in education and the responsibility of parents to disciple their children.   Links: To purchase "Woke and Weaponized": https://a.co/d/0dsjynaJ   For more information on Classical Conversations: https://classicalconversations.com/   To contact Homeschool Minnesota--MÂCHÉ: https://homeschoolminnesota.org/   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Homeschooling and Classical Conversations 02:00 The Inspiration Behind 'Woke and Weaponized' 04:07 Understanding Marxism and Its Impact on Education 08:03 Marxist Ideologies in Modern Society 10:55 Navigating Curriculum and Worldviews in Homeschooling 12:47 Trends in American Education and the Role of AI 22:06 The Importance of Parental Involvement in Education  

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