Refining Rhetoric with Robert Bortins

Join Robert Bortins, CEO of Classical ConversationsĀ®, as he interviews thought leaders about critical topics related to faith, education, business, and culture. Using the fifteen classical tools of learning to guide his conversations, RobertĀ encourages listeners to seek truth in every arena of life.

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Thank YOU!

What are you thankful for? In this heartwarming Thanksgiving special, Robert opens his heart to share the blessings he’s most grateful for this season. He shares a heartfelt reflection on gratitude, expressing thanks for his family, community leaders,…

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Trump, Bitcoin, and the Future of America

Could the Department of Education be on the chopping block? Robert Bortins explores the seismic shifts that could reshape America’s educational landscape. From radical changes in federal employment to surging cryptocurrency markets, Robert breaks down…

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Can traditional radio reach a TikTok generation with timeless truth? Join Robert as he sits down with Stu Epperson Jr., founder and president of Truth Network. With 45 radio signals nationwide, Epperson shares his journey in Christian broadcasting and…

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Can Homeschool Moms Be Government Officials?

Can a homeschool mom shape state policy on educational freedom? In this episode, host Robert Bortins interviews Michigan State Representative Jamie Green, a homeschool mom and former Classical Conversations representative. They discuss proposed…

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