Paideia Academy Podcast
The Paideia Academy Faculty, Staff, Students, Parents, Board, and Friends
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Welcome to the Paideia Academy Podcast, a resource for the entire Paideia Academy community created to highlight how our school practically implements the classical, Christ-centered model in order to help our students become lifelong learners and disciples of Christ who are prepared to defend their faith and live as citizens of the kingdom of God on this side of eternity.
Paideia Academy (located in Knoxville, TN) is an instrument to assist Christian parents in carrying out the biblical mandate to bring up their children in the paideia (training and admonition) of the Lord. We employ the Western classical tradition of learning, rooted in a distinctly Christian worldview, to cultivate godly affections and wisdom in our students in order to graduate virtuous men and women, whose love for Christ advances the kingdom of God.
New episodes drop on Friday mornings at 7AM. Expect to hear conversations with faculty, staff, students, parents, board members, and more!
May we all remember the school verse as we seek to "glorify God and enjoy Him forever." Psalm 115:1 says, “Not to us, O LORD, not to us, but to your name give glory.”
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S1E17 Habits of Honor: Cultivating Leadership, Discipline, and Joyful Responsibility in Student Culture
In this episode, Upper School Dean of Student Culture/Omnibus & Rhetoric Instructor/Dean of Westminster Hall, Graham Averitt, shares what makes Paideia Academy's student culture joyful and…
S1E16 Formed for Faithfulness: Senior Boys on Manhood, Discipleship, and Thinking Biblically
In this episode, Senior Boys reflect over the course of their time as students at Paideia Academy. We invite you to hear how they faced difficulties, strengthened their intellectual skills,…
S1E15 What We Have Received: Senior Girls Reflect on Formation, Friendship, and Faith
In this episode, Senior Girls reflect over the course of their time as students at Paideia Academy. We invite you to hear how they overcame challenges, grew in their faith, polished their rhetorical…
S1E14 Run, Recite, Rejoice: Forming the Whole Child in the Grammar School Stage
In this episode, Pre-K teacher Deena Parks and 3rd Grade teacher Grace Duell share a classical Christian perspective on shepherding and challenging their students mentally, physically, and…
S1E13 Number, Order, and Wonder: Math as a Reflection of God's Design
In this episode, Upper School (& 6th Grade) Math teacher Jared Iles shares his passion for mathematics and how it clearly points to our loving, Creator God. We invite you to hear his thoughts on…
S1E12 In the Beginning Was the Word: Why Greek Matters for the Life of the Soul
In this episode, Senior-level Greek teacher Sean Morris shares his love for the study of Koine Greek and its influence in Christian theology. We invite you to hear his thoughts on the beauty of…
S1E11 Learning Through Liturgy: How Structure Cultivates Clarity and Wisdom
In this episode, Lower School Writing/Upper School Chemistry and Omnibus Teacher (as well as Academic Dean) Janet Carr shares her expertise on the value of liturgy and structured rhythms within the…
S1E10 At the Hearth and in the Hall: Forming Students Together in the Paideia of the Lord
In this episode, Paideia parent Brian Morgan shares his experience as a father who is deeply involved in the life of the school and has a strong desire to raise His children as the Bible teaches him…
S1E9 The Drama of Redemption: Why Theatre Belongs in Classical Christian Education
In this episode, our Upper School Theater (Theatre) Director Taylor Phillips shares her love for the stage on a personal and spiritual level. We invite you to hear her insights on the unique…
S1E8 The Language that Built the West: Why Latin Belongs in the Classical Christian Classroom
In this episode, Lower & Upper School Latin Teacher Tracey Carrin shares her zealous passion for the Latin language and lifelong learning. We invite you to hear her thoughts on what makes…
S1E7 Unapologetic about Apologetics: Defending the Faith with Grace and Truth
In this episode, Senior student Jordan Moon shares his passion for defending the Christian faith in order to both share the gospel with unbelievers and also to strengthen the faith of fellow…
S1E6 Cultivating the Paideia Ideal: A Conversation on Families, Faculty, and Calling
In this episode, Head of School Doug Carr shares what he believes makes both Paideia families and Paideia faculty/staff members so special.We invite you to hear his favorite parts about partnering…
S1E5 The Heavens Declare the Glory of God: How Science Points to God's Orderly Design and Holy Character
In this episode, Lower School Science Teacher Cathy Tanner shares how she has seen God's hand at work in the life of Paideia Academy during her 18 total years at the school (15 as a teacher, 3…
S1E4 Chorus with Doris: Singing as Worship Unto God Rather than Mere Performance
In this episode, Chorus Director Doris Moreland shares her vision for the Paideia Academy Chorus and her contagious passion for singing songs as an act of worship to the LORD.We invite you to hear…
S1E3 Stepping into the Magical World of Narnia: Former Children's TV Star Shares His Insights on Lewis's Classic Chronicles
In this episode, 6th-grade Homeroom Teacher (and Upper School Greek Instructor) Stephen Pardue shares his deep-seated love for teaching 6th graders, with a specific focus on guiding them through C.S.…
S1E2 The Wise Sage Who Rides Shadowfax: Why Classical Christian Classrooms Must Be Centered Around Socratic Dialogue
In this episode, Upper School Dean of Faculty/Humanities Chair and Dean of Heidelberg Hall, Aaron Gentry, shares what makes classical, Christian education so distinct and effective: the use of…
S1E1 Voices of Athanasian Hall: Senior Leaders Share Their Journey
In this episode, seniors Scout Wilson and Nora Bradshaw reflect on many an Upper School students' favorite part of Paideia: the Hall System in the Upper School. They focus on the building of the…
S1 Welcome to the Paideia Academy Podcast! Episode One Drops Tomorrow!
Some brief remarks from Dean of Student Culture, Mr. Averitt, as he previews what's ahead for the podcast this coming year!
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Paideia Academy Podcast has published 18 episodes since January 2026, covering topics in Christianity, Kids & Family.
Paideia Academy Podcast is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 24m.
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