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BaseCamp Live

By: Davies Owens
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BaseCamp LIVE will equip you, the parent, educator, or mentor to climb the biggest mountains as you seek to shape young people to become exceptionally prepared, compassionate, and thoughtful human beings. Our guests are thought leaders, culture watchers, and educational experts who are seeing the benefits of a classical Christian education to form students into adults who can think critically, believe with courage, and serve compassionately.All rights reserved. Social Sciences
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  • JOMO > FOMO: Raising Kids Who Aren’t Ruled by Screens with Christina Crook
    Jun 24 2025

    In a world ruled by FOMO—the fear of missing out—what if the real antidote isn’t more digital connection, but less? In this encouraging episode, Davies Owens sits down with author and digital wellbeing advocate Christina Crook to explore the power of JOMO - the Joy of Missing Out.

    Christina shares her story of stepping away from technology, launching a global movement, and helping parents and schools reclaim space for what matters most: real connection, creativity, and Christ-centered joy. From setting tech boundaries to building intentional family habits, this episode is packed with practical advice for parents, educators, and school leaders navigating the challenges of raising kids in a hyperconnected world.

    🎧 Tune in to hear:

    • Why “shame-based” digital parenting doesn’t work
    • How schools and parents can build healthy tech boundaries together
    • How to create joyful alternatives to screen time
    • What JOMO really means—and how to live it out

    Special Thanks to our partners who make BaseCamp Live possible:

    ZipCast
    Wilson Hill Academy
    Life Architects Coaching

    Stay tuned for more enlightening discussions on classical Christian education, and join us next time on BaseCamp Live! Remember to subscribe, leave us a review, and reach out to us at info@basecamplive.com

    Don't forget to visit basecamplive.com for more info and past episodes.

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    38 mins
  • Summer Flashback: Looking Over Galileo’s Shoulder with Ravi Jain
    Jun 18 2025

    What happens when we teach science and math not just as technical subjects—but as opportunities for wonder, worship, and wisdom?

    In this summer flashback episode, Davies Owens is joined by renowned classical educator Ravi Jain, co-author of The Liberal Arts Tradition and a leading voice in the recovery of classical science education. Too often, classical schools are seen as focused on the humanities, while math and science remain untouched by the classical tradition. But Ravi makes a compelling case for why recovering natural philosophy—the pursuit of truth in the created world—is vital to forming whole human beings.

    From sketchbooks and pendulums to Pascal, Newton, and Galileo, this conversation explores how students can rediscover the beauty and order of God’s creation—and how science class can become a place of discovery, not just memorization.

    🎧 Tune in to hear:

    Why observation and wonder must be central to classical science

    How integrated courses reveal the unity of knowledge

    What it means to raise students who seek wisdom over utility

    Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or school leader, this episode will reshape how you think about math, science, and the pursuit of knowledge.

    Special Thanks to our partners who make BaseCamp Live possible:

    ZipCast
    Wilson Hill Academy
    Life Architects Coaching

    Stay tuned for more enlightening discussions on classical Christian education, and join us next time on BaseCamp Live! Remember to subscribe, leave us a review, and reach out to us at info@basecamplive.com

    Don't forget to visit basecamplive.com for more info and past episodes.

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    39 mins
  • Summer Flashback: Building Virtue at Home and School with Dr. Timothy Dernlan
    Jun 8 2025

    Summer Flashback: Virtue in Action with Tim Dernlan

    How do we move virtue from a vague school value to a transformative life habit? In this special Summer Flashback episode, we revisit one of our most impactful conversations with Dr. Tim Dernlan, joined by two of his high school students. Recorded five years ago but more relevant than ever, this episode explores how one classical Christian school brought virtue to life through intentional student formation—and yes, even lunchtime conversations at Five Guys.

    From Aristotle’s golden mean to Biblical foundations, this isn’t just a theoretical discussion. You’ll hear how weekly student groups, guided reflections, and peer accountability made virtue tangible, relational, and long-lasting. If you’ve ever wondered how to bridge the gap between what students know and how they live, this episode is for you.

    🎧 Listen in and discover:

    • Why character education isn’t enough without virtue formation
    • How to define virtues—and their corresponding vices—with clarity
    • Real stories from students on how these lessons shaped their friendships and faith

    Special Thanks to our partners who make BaseCamp Live possible:

    ZipCast
    Wilson Hill Academy
    Classic Learning Test
    Classical Academic Press
    Life Architects Coaching
    Light Phone

    Stay tuned for more enlightening discussions on classical Christian education, and join us next time on BaseCamp Live! Remember to subscribe, leave us a review, and reach out to us at info@basecamplive.com

    Don't forget to visit basecamplive.com for more info and past episodes.

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    41 mins
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Practical encouragement to raise children in a way that honors Christ and the great tradition.

Outstanding hosting and guests.

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