Each episode of Refining Rhetoric with Robert Bortins covers a topic related to faith, business, education, or culture. View the most recent episodes below, or filter by topic:
Angela Childress and Beth Nieva from Stoa talk about starting a club, participating in tournaments, and integrating speech and debate with classical education.
Robert explores the pitfalls of government involvement in education funding, focusing on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
New Hampshire’s Education Commissioner Frank Edelblut discusses his approach to home education and reforming the state’s education system.
Robert evaluates President Biden’s performance on issues like the economy, climate, and more, using Politico’s report card.
Lynne discusses the misconceptions around education as a basic human right and the dangers of school choice.
Kathy dives deep into the realms of critical thinking, logical fallacies, and the importance of discerning truth in an era dominated by relativism and emotional appeals.