The Cause - Rob Pirie
Please join me in embarking on the Harvard Classics Series by Dr. Charles Elliot. This series dates back to around 1910 and is a collection of literature that I believe needs to be revived and rediscovered. I look forward to reading and discussing all 50 volumes with you as we learn about the great ideas of those who came before us. In this series, we will dive into Greek and Roman history, the American Founders, works from Francis Bacon, John Milton, and many more. We will cover Shakespeare and Chaucer and also some fictional works like Don Quixote which are all included in the Harvard Classics. We will also review other books on this podcast that fit the classical education theme. This series is being created for those passionate about classical education and as a supplement to homeschool curriculums. I truly hope these classical works of literature bring you as much joy as they do me. Feel free to reach out with any questions as I would love to hear from you! Rob Pirie
Episodes
Ralph Waldo Emerson’s Essays Explained —The Secret To A Meaningful Life In A Noisy World
Welcome everyone! It is great to see you back!
In this video, we break down Emerson’s most important essays and explore why his warnings about conformity, distraction, and the loss of inner authority matter more today than ever. From The Poet to Worship and Beauty, we will discuss some of Ralph W...
Movies have a way of influencing us and pulling at our emotions. That can be good, and that can be bad. Channeling that energy in the right direction is important. If you want to get into reading and need some motivation. I think these 5 movies will help get you in the mood.
1. The Most Reluctant Convert - https://amzn.to/4yrE7NL
2. The Professor and the Madman - https://amzn.to/4qWeX7f
3. John Adams S...
We have lost the beauty that once made our culture amazing. From beautiful cathedrals to the design of a doorknob, we have traded craftsmanship for convenience and utility. What can we do to improve stewardship? How can we become better stewards of our homes, families, society, and culture? This is a question we will explore more in future videos. Hope you enjoy!
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Galahad and the Grail by Malcolm Guite is out, and it is amazing! My kids and I have been enjoying the evenings by reading through a "stave" or two and discussing the beautiful contents of this poetic masterpiece. Malcolm Guite has truly provided a gift to be passed down with this one. I can only do my part by sharing his amazing work with you all. Please check out his book below. This is the first volume in Malcolm...
What Students Read In 1776 | The Books That Shaped The Revolution
Have you ever wondered which books shaped the American founding or ignited the Revolution? In this episode, I cover the books the founders would have studied at Harvard or Yale and provide a breakdown of those that would have shaped their thinking. From John Adams, Nathan Hale, John Hancock, Patrick Henry, to the famous Thomas Jefferson, Joseph...
There are 10 books that I believe can help build a man. And these 10 books will be a guidepost of sorts along your journey. I often ask myself... What happens when men start reading again? It is a question we should consider answering. Your habits, character, and life may depend on the quality of the books you read. So, we have to choose wisely.
Welcome to Coffee Break Tuesday! In this video, we explore how ...
Finally! The last book in the 8-book reading series is complete. This project took much longer than anticipated, but such is life. I truly hope you enjoy Thomas G. West's take on The Political Theory of the American Founding. It is a great book that examines how natural law, moral education, and religion have influenced our Constitution and government. It is a great book, and I would highly recommend reading it, esp...
Sorry, I disappear from time to time. Sometimes life just gets busy, and other adventures are to be had. The most enjoyable part of life is not knowing what is coming next.
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The Best Writing Journals:
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Books Mentioned In Video:
Silis Mar...
There are so many great books to choose from, but time limits us to just a few. Which ones are truly worth picking up, and what makes a book worth reading? To read or not to read?
That is the question.
Hope you enjoy the video!
If you would like to support this series, please consider purchasing my coffee (linked below) or exploring some of my favorite books listed below.
The Be...
60,000 Strong | And I’ll Shave My Beard at 100K Subscribers.
Happy New Year, everyone!! Thanks for all the support over the past couple of years! The kind words and encouragement have gotten us this far. So...
At 100K subscribers (if we get there), I will shave my beard off for at least one video!
Thanks again for all the love, and stay blessed!
Legentibus: https://legentibus.co...
What happens when men start reading again? It is a question we should consider answering. Men are reading less than ever, and it's not just a problem of attention. It's a crisis of thought, discipline, and direction. Welcome to Coffee Break Tuesday! In this video, we explore how books build men and why reading matters now more than ever. Join me on this epic journey to reclaim the mind of man!
Hope you enjoy...
Welcome everyone! It is great to see you back!
In this video, we break down Emerson’s most important essays and explore why his warnings about conformity, distraction, and the loss of inner authority matter more today than ever. From Self-Reliance to the Over-Soul, we will discuss some of Ralph Waldo Emerson's best work. Below are the Emerson essays we are going to cover.
The Emerson Essays, wh...
Has a book ever reshaped how you view the world? Sometimes books can hold the power to do just that. Deep reading can lead you down an Odyssey that you might not be ready for. But you will grow in the process, just like Odysseus. I hope you enjoy this episode!
The Best Writing Journals:
• https://amzn.to/4hrj5XE
Books in Video:
• The Odyssey: https://amzn.to/3JkJom1
• Areopagitica - John Mi...
I have put the coffee business on hold for now. It has been a truly educational experience, but it is time to refocus on the family and plan out the next phase for the channel. My goals of creating a community around great coffee and excellent books will continue, but just in a different direction for now. I have truly enjoyed the community that has formed here, and I would like to interact more than I currently do....
You are in for a treat!
The Road to Serfdom is a marvelous book that helps explain the impacts of collectivism and individualism colliding. The results are often division, conflict, and war. Have we followed any of Friedrich Hayek's advice? The end of truth is upon us, and the age of resentment has arrived. Without the foundations of morality that sustain our culture, I fear we can no longer continue to build...
Most people say they don’t have time to read, but the truth is, they’re just distracted. In this video, I provide four helpful tips on how to reclaim your time, build a daily reading habit, and reconnect with the discipline that fosters greatness.
Below are the four topics discussed in this video.
1. Limit Inputs.
2. Use listening as a strategy.
3. Choose activities that all...
Western Civilization was once the center of faith, philosophy, and freedom, which it inherited from its ancient neighbors. From the cathedrals of Europe to the wisdom of Greece and Rome, Western civilization gave the world meaning, order, and hope. But today, that inheritance is crumbling. Empty churches, forgotten books, broken families, and a culture drowning in distraction all point to the same reality.
Th...
John Milton’s "Samson Agonistes" is one of the most powerful tragic poems ever written. The story of Samson, blinded, betrayed, and enslaved, reflects Milton’s own struggles after the English Revolution. He would also be blind at the time of creating this poem. This video explores the downfall of Samson, his final act of strength, and the deeper meaning behind Milton’s tragic hero who would lose ev...
Men are reading less than ever, and it's not just a problem of attention. It's a crisis of thought, discipline, and direction. In this video, we explore why reading matters now more than ever, what we're losing without it, and how reclaiming books could be the beginning of reclaiming ourselves.
The stats don’t lie.
The consequences are more profound than you think.
It’s time to read again—...
Why Do People Give Up Their Freedom So Easily? | "Discourse On Voluntary Servitude" - Boetie
HEY!!! Welcome back, everyone!
Étienne de La Boétie's Discourse on Voluntary Servitude is a powerful political essay that explores why people willingly submit to tyranny. Written in the 16th century, La Boétie argues that oppressive rulers maintain power not through strength, but through the consent of th...
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