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The Old School

The Old School

By: Dr. Steven Bourgeois and Mr. Ross Miller
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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.”© Ahart Education 2021
Episodes
  • Episode 130: On the North
    Aug 11 2025

    After an unexpected break, brought on the thousands of miles and week-long ailments, your two intrepid heroes seek to come to a better understanding of the North - the stereotypes of the North and the promise that people have held about the North. Additionally, the hosts seek to draw comparisons with characteristics of the South - all of this not necessarily specific to the U.S. but with a more global understanding. Additionally, the hosts discuss their own perceptions and where they view their future taking place. All of this and a little vacation discussion regarding the wonderful Canadian province of Quebec.

    Be sure to follow the Old School on Instagram at theoldschoolpodcast2021.

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    50 mins
  • Episode 129: On Oregon
    Jul 19 2025

    In the next installment of our state series, the Old School hosts take a look at Oregon - the home state of Dr. Bourgeois. The hosts take a look at the history, topography and the many cultural factors that make up this wonderful state. The hosts then end while waxing philosophically about what draws Dr. Bourgeois home often and won Mr. Miller's heart on his only trip to the Beaver State - Oregon.

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    58 mins
  • Episode 128: On Summer Plans for Children
    Jul 13 2025

    Your two amicable hosts look into a topic that has plagued parents for centuries - what to do with the kids during the summer break. Since the hosts do not have the great minds of history to lean on, the listener will have to make do with The Old School as they consider and reflect on the various activities kids can partake in - where they are not checking their brain at the door. Not only do they reflect on the old days that so many speak of today and wish for the children of today, but the two also provide a means to explore those options and more.

    During the course of the conversation, Mr. Miller brought up letplay.org.

    Letplay provides resources, ideas and scheduled events for the parent or grandparent of today. It also provides methods to push for greater independence within your child in a world that is increasingly fear-based and ultimately, instills uncertainty and anxiety in children today.

    This episode is sponsored by Ahart Solutions.

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    52 mins
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