The Old School

By Dr. Steven Bourgeois and Mr. Ross Miller

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 Po... more

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How many episodes does The Old School have?

The podcast currently has 130 episodes available.

The Old School episodes:

October 29, 2022 Episode 50: On The 50th Attempt to Fix Education
Mr. Miller and Dr. Bourgeois recounting their experience leading informal philosophy groups among high school students.
Musical credit:
"Thinking of You"
Steven and Jim Bourgeois
From Thinking of You (2017)
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56min
October 04, 2022 Episode 49: On the Philosophy Club
Mr. Miller and Dr. Bourgeois recounting their experience leading informal philosophy groups among high school students.
Musical credit:
"Track 11"
Steven Bourgeois
From Out of the Darkness (2004)
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49min
September 15, 2022 Episode 48: On Sanitizing the Classroom
Mr. Miller and Dr. Bourgeois discuss challenges to classroom speech and a tendency to shield the classroom space from difficult conversations.
Musical Credit:
Steven Bourgeois Piano Improv July 24 2021a
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52min
August 28, 2022 Episode 47: Book Launch
Mr. Miller and Dr. Bourgeois raise a glass to celebrate the release of their new book: The Center Cannot Hold: A Critical Look at Contemporary Education . . . available now on Amazon.com . . . click here to order . . .
Musical credit:
"My Shining Hour"
Steven Bourgeois (piano) and Jim Bourgeois (electric piano)
From Thinking of You
©2017 All rights reserved
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49min
August 07, 2022 Episode 46: On Mentors
Mr. Miller and Dr. Bourgeois reflect on mentors who guided them through their respective teaching careers.
Musical credit:
"Thinking of Your"
Steven Bourgeois (piano) and Jim Bourgeois (electric piano)
From Thinking of You
©2017 All rights reserved
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47min
July 17, 2022 Episode 45: European Travel Part 2
Dr. Bourgeois and Mr. Miller continue with the escapades, capping off their European journey.
Musical credit:
"La vie en rose"
Steven Bourgeois
From Presence (2005)
©2017 All rights reserved
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51min
July 02, 2022 Episode 44: European Travel Part 1
Dr. Bourgeois and Mr. Miller provide playful banter as they travel through Germany, Switzerland, and Liechtenstein.
Musical credit:
"Blithe and Bonny"
Steven Bourgeois
From Presence (2005)
©2017 All rights reserved
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48min
June 04, 2022 Episode 43: On Student Exchanges
Dr. Bourgeois and Mr. Miller reflect on previous student exchange programs, highlighting the benefits and challenges.
Musical credit:
"Everything Happens to Me"
Steven Bourgeois (piano) and Jim Bourgeois (electric piano)
From Thinking of You
©2017 All rights reserved
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49min
May 09, 2022 Episode 42 On Tutoring and Videos for Advanced Placement Tests
Mr. Miller and Dr. Bourgeois weigh the costs and benefits of Advanced Placement courses, tutoring, and test prep.
Musical credit:
"Exit"
Steven Bourgeois
From Out of the Darkness
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40min
April 18, 2022 Episode 41: Preliminary Thoughts on the End of the School Year
Dr. Bourgeois and Mr. Miller make preliminary comments on how school years eventually end.
Musical credit:
"Thinking of Your"
Steven Bourgeois (piano) and Jim Bourgeois (electric piano)
From Thinking of You
©2017 All rights reserved
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36min

FAQs about The Old School:

How many episodes does The Old School have?

The podcast currently has 130 episodes available.