Accessible,
still
authentic
The Timeless Books podcast aims to introduce you to the great books in fifteen minutes or less. Each “book talk” episode will cover a different text, providing a brief summary of the plot, analysis of its themes, insights into its significance, and inspiration for dinner table discussion. Additional “crash-course” episodes will introduce you to helpful techniques for engaging with literature.
The podcast is a resource for parents looking to expand their literary knowledge, while keeping up with their classically educated children. With concise and engaging discussions, "Timeless Books" is a perfect way to learn about some of the world's most important literature. I’ll be chatting with a variety of guests who know and love these books, so join me and let’s learn together!
What to expect from Timeless Books
Summary
of the
Story
Themes
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Insights
Dinnertime
Discussion
Starters
The Great Conversation
everyone
From Plato to Dante, Shakespeare to Austen, Locke to Wilde to MLK, this is the conversation that has stood the test of time, asking what it means to be human.
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Welcome to the Dialogue
The great conversation refers to the ongoing, centuries-long dialogue and exchange of ideas among thinkers, writers, philosophers, and scholars throughout history. This conversation transcends time and place, as it involves the exploration and discussion of fundamental questions that have been central to the human experience.
Hello, I’m
your host
Holly
I didn't delve into the great books until my mid-thirties. Unsurprisingly, my high school English anthology, with its minimal excerpts and mind-numbing comprehension questions, left me feeling apathetic toward reading. Additionally, I managed to bypass literature coursework in college thanks to those AP exams. Now, I find myself on a journey to rekindle my own education, and I extend an invitation for you to join me.
While I'm no expert, I aspire to serve as your guide, helping to navigate the great conversation and uncovering its significance in our lives by talking with those who know these stories well. This journey is not only for your personal enrichment but also to foster meaningful discussions within the life of your family.
Boring stuff: I’ve been thinking about education for 25 years, working in public, charter, Christian, classical Christian, and home school settings. I have a BA and MA in education from Biola University, and am working on a MA in classical Christian leadership from Gordon College. Captivated by the good, the true, and the beautiful, I seek to help students, families, and schools flourish.. I podcast for kids over at the Good Way Podcast.
