Is a Catholic university really Catholic just because it says so? Dave sits down with Dr. Roger Nutt, Provost of Ave Maria University, to unpack Ex Corde Ecclesiae, St. John Paul II’s blueprint for Catholic higher education. They talk about the joy of pursuing truth together, the signs of a thriving Catholic campus, and why fidelity is a catalyst for excellence in every field.

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Why aren’t our kids staying Catholic? A new Vatican document says we’re facing a crisis in handing on the faith, and Dave thinks it’s also a huge opportunity. In this solo episode, he walks through Venite Ad Me from the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith. He covers its call to rediscover the kerygma, build real community, and put parents back at the center of passing on the faith. In a world more connected and more isolated than ever, simple Christian love can change everything.

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Why memorize anything when you can Google it? Gomer and Dave discuss memory, recall, and study habits. They explain how to build a memory palace and why recall beats rereading. They also share practical tips for notes, flashcards, and acing any test.

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What does it mean to be a good student? Gomer and Dave explore the virtues that make genuine learning possible, drawing on St. Thomas Aquinas, Hugh of St. Victor, and their own experiences as teachers and lifelong learners.

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What makes a great teacher? It takes more than a strong curriculum or the latest technology. Gomer and Dave explore how authentic Catholic education depends on teachers who love what they teach, love their students, and live the faith they profess.

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What happens when Catholic families want to give their children a truly Catholic education—but the traditional Catholic school model isn't possible or isn't the right fit? Gomer explores what the Church teaches about the the primary right and duty of parents to educate their children, the Church's responsibility to assist them, and the many models of Catholic education available today.

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In a culture increasingly shaped by relativism, Dave explores why education must be rooted in truth—and why true freedom can only exist when it is grounded in reality. Drawing on the teachings of Christ, Pope Benedict XVI, St. John Paul II, Vatican II, and John Henry Newman, Dave considers the role of educators and families in helping students become not merely knowledgeable, but fully human and ultimately oriented toward God.

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Can AI educate a human person? Gomer and Dave VanVickle explore the pros and cons of AI in education, from personalized learning and AI tutoring to cheating, human relationships, and the importance of struggle in learning.

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