The Old School

By: Dr. Steven Bourgeois and Mr. Ross Miller
  • Summary

  • Dr. Steven Bourgeois and Mr. Ross Miller lead an informal discussion between a current and a former teacher on topics that challenge "best practices" in contemporary education. In keeping with Neil Postman (1979), we support the conserving function of education: “Its aim at all times is to make visible the prevailing biases of a culture and then, by employing whatever philosophies of education are available, to oppose them.”
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Episodes
  • Episode 95: On Tutoring
    Sep 22 2024

    The hosts tackle an aspect of education that has always been present - tutorials. The hosts examine the qualities and effectiveness as well as the difference between tutoring in school with one's teacher and hiring it out to be done - a field of endeavor that Mr. Miller is currently engaged in. Not only does tutoring look different in or out of school, but also through various subjects.

    Are you interested in a wider look at the education system, check out the hosts' book, The Center Cannot Hold: A Critical Look at Contemporary Education, available exclusively through Amazon.

    This episode is brought to you by Ahart Solutions.

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    52 mins
  • Episode 94: On the Value of Sports and Extracurriculars with Dr. Alex Fingers
    Sep 16 2024

    Once more, the hosts are proud to present the estimable Dr. Alex Fingers to the podcast. This time, Dr. Fingers speaks on the value of sports and extracurricular activities to the student in their academic pursuits. From personal experience, Dr. Fingers speaks on the lessons learned from winning, losing and the tireless preparation for the moment.

    If you would enjoy a detailed look at the forces at work within public education, the good, the bad and the possible solutions, insofar as we know the solutions, check out our book, The Center Cannot Hold: A Critical Look at Contemporary Education. Available through Ahart Education and for sale exclusively through Amazon.

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    48 mins
  • Episode 93: On Etiquette
    Sep 9 2024

    In this episode, the hosts follow the advice of Jimmy Buffett and show their age - this time, by complaining about the state of etiquette today and whether it is a real problem or whether they are the problem.


    After consider the state of the world with the presence or lack of manners, consider doing a deep intellectual dive into our book, The Center Cannot Hold: A Critical Look at Contemporary Education.

    Brought to you by Ahart Solutions.

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    1 hr and 2 mins

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