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Screens: A Modern Parenting Dilemma with Emily Harrison

Screens: A Modern Parenting Dilemma with Emily HarrisonDavies Owens

In this episode of BaseCamp Live, Davies Owens sits down with Emily Harrison to explore the challenge of managing screen time in today’s tech-saturated world. Emily, a mother and advocate for reducing screen time, shares practical tips for guiding children through their screen-filled environments, whether at home or in school. Drawing from her experience as a ScreenStrong ambassador and classical Christian educator, Emily provides insights on how to approach technology with wisdom and balance in a way that nurtures both faith and family.

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Emily Harrison lives in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia with her husband and two sons. In 2018, she sought to stop the screen battles in her home and disciple her sons to reflect our Creator. Emily currently serves as an Ambassador for both the Phone Free Schools Movement and ScreenStrong. She is a long standing member of Fairplay’s Screen Time Action Network advocating for a reduction of screen time in schools. In 2024, Emily was commissioned as a Colson Fellow by the Colson Center for Christian Worldview. Emily writes weekly at DearChristianParent.Substack.com where she calls on the Christian Church to approach childhood and screen time based upon the most current research and historical Biblical teachings.

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BaseCamp LiveOctober 24, 20244:10 pm

Shaping Convictions in the Next Generation, with Tami Peterson

Shaping Convictions in the Next Generation, with Tami PetersonDavies Owens

How can students make wise choices when faced with tough decisions? When life offers multiple paths, how do they know which one to take? Do they have the personal convictions to guide them, regardless of the situation or consequences? Personal convictions reflect our deepest values and faith commitments. As we raise the next generation, it’s our responsibility to help them develop these deeply held beliefs. Especially as they approach high school, how can we prepare them to make sound decisions at home and in the classroom? Join us as we explore this important topic with expert Tami Peterson, founder of Life Architects Coaching on this important episode of BaseCamp Live. Special Thanks to our partners who make BaseCamp Live possible:

 

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BaseCamp LiveOctober 23, 20244:43 pm

Exploring the Latest Parenting Trend: Gentle Parenting, with Keith McCurdy

Exploring the Latest Parenting Trend: Gentle Parenting, with Keith McCurdyDavies Owens

There is no shortage of opinions and ‘right ways’ when it comes to parenting, with many claiming a Biblical perspective. Navigating these varying views—from authoritarian to permissive—can be challenging. The good news is that Keith McCurdy is back to discuss several trending parenting styles, including the latest approach known as ‘gentle parenting.’ While this method is often presented as a grace-filled and easy way to parent, it can have unintended consequences. In this episode, we’ll explore proven best practices as we partner with homes and schools to raise the next generation.

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BaseCamp LiveSeptember 9, 20243:19 pm

Raising a Good Young Man, with Franklin Norton

Raising a Good Young Man, with Franklin NortonDavies Owens

Southern writer Flannery O’Connor once said, “A good man is hard to find,” and that statement seems more true today than ever. With increasing temptations and fewer strong role models, raising the next generation of good men has become one of our most important—and challenging—tasks.

However, there is hope. Classical Christian schools provide a unique environment where boys can grow into the men we desperately need, despite stereotypes that suggest classical education might be too gentle. In these schools, boys are shaped into men of character, strength, and virtue.

Join us as we address the modern crisis facing young men and explore how parents and educators can guide them on their journey to becoming truly good men. This is a conversation you won’t want to miss!

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BaseCamp LiveAugust 27, 20246:53 pm

How the Great Books Impact Modern Life, with A.J. Hanenburg and Graeme Donaldson

How the Great Books Impact Modern Life, with A.J. Hanenburg and Graeme DonaldsonDavies Owens

In today’s fast-paced, tech-driven world, it’s fair to question the value of students reading long-form books, which are at the heart of a liberal arts classical education. With so much content readily accessible, why do we still turn to these age-old texts, especially when the basic stories and facts are just a click away? Are these classic works still the best way to ground the next generation in God’s timeless truths while equipping them to navigate the complexities of the modern age?
Join us for a fascinating and enlightening discussion on the enduring relevance of these books in shaping wise and well-rounded individuals. The hosts of the Classical Stuff You Should Know podcast, A.J. Hanenburg and Graeme Donaldson, stop by to share their wisdom about bringing these timeless books to life for their students.

Listen to Classical Stuff You Should Know at: https://www.classicalstuff.net/

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BaseCamp LiveAugust 6, 20247:18 pm

Classical Christian Education On the Move in Africa! With Karen Elliott

Classical Christian Education On the Move in Africa! With Karen ElliottDavies Owens

As parents and educators, it’s easy to get caught up in the daily hustle and bustle of our own families, schools, and communities, often missing the incredible stories of what God is doing around the world. Today, we want to take you on a journey to one of the most exciting areas of school and spiritual growth happening on the continent of Africa.

We are thrilled to welcome back Karen Eliot, who will share the latest developments in Classical Christian Education, including the work and resources being created and deployed for schools and families in Africa—and for us as well. Get ready to be encouraged with good news as you join us for this episode, whether you’re listening from the US or anywhere else in the world. You won’t want to miss this episode of BaseCamp Live!

We are thrilled to share the rollout of our new media platform, ZipCast, bridging communication between schools and parents and encouraging them on the go with what they need to know. Learn more about ZipCast at https://www.zipcast.media or reach out to us at hello@zipcast.media!

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BaseCamp LiveJuly 31, 20245:14 pm

The Power of Asking the Right Questions with Sarah Abbot

The Power of Asking the Right Questions with Sarah AbbotDavies Owens

Have you ever noticed how asking the right question can spark incredible growth, deeper understanding, and engaging conversations? That’s the dream of every teacher and parent, but it’s not always easy! Jesus certainly knew the power of a well-placed question, often using them to challenge his listeners, provoke thought, and reveal deeper truths.
Imagine using the same strategy to awaken meaningful conversations with your children, even in the back of the minivan on the ride home from school. So, what makes for a good and effective question, whether in the classroom or at a family meal?

Our guest, Sarah Abbott, shares with us the Five Common Topics—a proven method to supercharge conversations both in the classroom and at home. Stay tuned for this episode of BCL as we learn how to ask the kind of questions that inspire and connect!

We are thrilled to share the rollout of our new media platform, ZipCast, bridging communication between schools and parents and encouraging them on the go with what they need to know. Learn more about ZipCast at https://www.zipcast.media or reach out to us at hello@zipcast.media!

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BaseCamp LiveJuly 31, 20244:42 pm

Rediscovering the Joys of Reading, with Cherie Harder

Rediscovering the Joys of Reading, with Cherie HarderDavies Owens

Imagine it’s 1927, and you’re flipping through a National Geographic magazine. On the back cover, a full-page ad invites you to join the Book of the Month Club, promising to send you a different great book each month. The tagline reads, “Relive the books that charmed you in your youth.”
Fast forward 100 years, and what charmed most of us in our youth likely wasn’t one of those great books that shaped Western thought and culture. Today, many Americans don’t read regularly, and even fewer delve into the timeless classics that answer so many of life’s basic questions.
But it’s never too late to start. Reading isn’t just critical for our students; it’s equally important for us as adults. So why not rediscover the joy of reading? Join us for this episode of BCL, where we explore the timeless value of great literature and how it can still enrich our lives today with special guest Cherie Harder, who has helped facilitate this for so many people.

We are thrilled to share the rollout of our new media platform, ZipCast, bridging communication between schools and parents and encouraging them on the go with what they need to know. Learn more about ZipCast at https://www.zipcast.media or reach out to us at hello@zipcast.media!

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BaseCamp LiveJuly 24, 20241:44 am

Remembering History for Future Generations with Sam Cox

Remembering History for Future Generations with Sam CoxDavies Owens

Many of us remember history as a school subject filled with long lists of dates and random facts to memorize. However, classical education offers a different approach, treating history as a living conversation with the great minds whose ideas have spanned the centuries. It’s about bringing to life the stories of real people, heroes, and heroines, whose tales inspire us in our historic moments.

Our guest today, classical educator Sam Cox, shares his journey of bringing history alive in the classroom. He has retraced the steps of a group of Holocaust survivors, personally spending time with and interviewing them, and even inviting some to meet with his students. Their stories, though often heart-wrenching, demonstrate the triumph of the human spirit and the joys of lives well-lived in their new home in the United States.

Order Sam Cox’s book “I Will Give Them an Everlasting Name: Jacksonville’s Stories of the Holocaust” at https://www.amazon.com/Will-Give-Them-Everlasting-Name/dp/949332253X

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BaseCamp LiveJuly 24, 20241:44 am

Motivating Youth in a Lazy & Distracted World with Craig Hefner

Motivating Youth in a Lazy & Distracted World with Craig Hefner

Davies Owens

Have you ever seen a young person struggling to get motivated, complaining about boredom, or seeming a bit lazy and apathetic? Or perhaps they’re the opposite, always busy, distracted, and jumping from one thing to the next throughout the day. This behavior is common in our modern world, but the ancients had a unique word for it: Acedia. Although this term has faded from our vocabulary, it’s worth rediscovering, as it helps us better understand this prevalent vice, especially challenging for teenagers. Fortunately, our guest Craig Hefner brings encouraging words and practical solutions to reframe this mindset in our homes and schools.
We are thrilled to share the rollout of our new media platform, ZipCast, bridging communication between schools and parents and encouraging them on the go with what they need to know. Learn more about ZipCast at https://www.zipcast.media or reach out to us at hello@zipcast.media!
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BaseCamp LiveJuly 24, 20241:44 am