Sep 17, 202635 minS3
About the Episode: Drawing on Connie Lapallo’s Dark Enough to See the Stars in a Jamestown Sky , this episode explores the largely overlooked stories of the women and children who arrived in Jamestown, particularly...
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Common Knowledge
Hosted by Liberty Common School · education · EN
About this Podcast:
Common Knowledge is a podcast from Liberty Common School in Fort Collins, Colorado. In each episode, guests explore topics from classical literature and musical composers to great art and groundbreaking science aiming to connect with the community through shared intellectual interests.
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What is Common Knowledge about?
Common Knowledge is a podcast from Liberty Common School in Fort Collins, Colorado. In each episode, guests explore topics from classical literature and musical composers to great art and groundbreaking science aiming to connect with the community through shared intellectual interests.
Who hosts Common Knowledge?
Common Knowledge is hosted by Liberty Common School. The show has published 23 episodes to date.
What has Common Knowledge covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Women and Children of Jamestown w/ Kathryn James | Ep1" (17 September 2026, 35 minutes), "The Founding of a Country with Dr. Joel Penning | Ep 11" (14 May 2026, 34 minutes), and "Programming Languages: The New Latin? with Jim McCormick | Ep 10" (25 March 2026, 33 minutes).
How often does Common Knowledge publish?
Common Knowledge publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 35 minutes across 23 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Common Knowledge?
Booking probability for Common Knowledge is 30%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Common Knowledge requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Common Knowledge's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch Common Knowledge?
The strongest fits for Common Knowledge are Schools (K-12). Common Knowledge has an education audience.
About the host
Liberty Common School hosts Common Knowledge, an education podcast with 23 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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- May 14, 202634 minS2
<p>This episode explores one of the most pivotal transitions in American history: How the Second Continental Congress moved from hoping for reconciliation with King George III to boldly declaring independence in the...
- Mar 25, 202633 minS2
<p>About the Episode:</p><p>In this episode of Common Knowledge, hosts Brett Harkey and Chris Reynolds sit down with computer science instructor Jim McCormick to explore an unexpected but compelling question: Can...
- Mar 10, 202634 minS2
<p>About the Episode</p><p>In this episode of Common Knowledge, Dr. David Diener—Hillsdale professor, Plato scholar, and former classical school headmaster—unpacks why classical education still matters in the 21st...
- Feb 11, 202634 minS2
<p>About This Episode</p><p>This episode explores the classical understanding of physical exercise—from Ancient Greece through later Western thought—and its role in cultivating discipline and human flourishing. Rather...
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- Jan 14, 202632 minS2
<p>This episode has been updated to clarify that guest Natalie Scarlett’s work with Mango Languages took place in 2021–2022.</p><p>About the Episode:</p><p>With daily headlines on AI's effect on culture I've begun to...
- Dec 18, 202532 minS2
<p>In this episode of Common Knowledge, hosts Brett Harkey and Chris Reynolds sit down with Liberty Common School instructors Steve Ronen and Jenny Cardenas to discuss one of the most gripping pursuits in American...
Episode #5
Patented with Kay Lannen | Ep 5
Nov 25, 202531 minS2<p>In this episode of Common Knowledge, hosts Brett Harkey and Chris Reynolds are joined by Liberty Common School math and engineering instructor Kay Lannen, who brings more than two decades of experience in the...
- Oct 30, 202538 minS2
<p>In this episode of Common Knowledge, hosts Brett Harkey and Chris Reynolds are joined by Liberty Common School instructor Jason Mayer to explore the historical significance of the Sepoy Rebellion. Often overlooked in...
- Oct 8, 202531 minS2
<p>In this episode of Common Knowledge, hosts Brett Harkey and Chris Reynolds welcome Liberty Common School instructor Alysa Balfour for a thought-provoking exploration of two timeless works: The Screwtape Letters by...
- Sep 17, 202537 minS2
<p>In this episode, librarian Paige Gowing and English instructor Lander Hultin join to explore the work of celebrated author Gary D. Schmidt. Best known for his deeply moving young-adult novels, Schmidt’s storytelling...
- Aug 27, 202535 minS2
<p>Bees don’t just make honey—they model a universe of order, purpose, and cooperation that has captivated thinkers from Aristotle to modern naturalists. In this episode, we’re joined by third-grade instructor and...
- May 21, 202537 minS1
<p>In this episode, we explore the work of contemporary author Kate DiCamillo. Known for beloved novels like Because of Winn-Dixie, The Tale of Despereaux, and Flora & Ulysses, DiCamillo’s writing captures deep truths...
- May 7, 202544 minS1
<p>About the Episode</p><p>Art can seem elusive, and so many of us feel unequipped to pass judgment on an artwork. One of the most powerful tools in artistic analysis is aesthetic theory. The practice of using aesthetic...
Episode #10
Latin Lives On with Jake Bryan | Ep 10
Mar 27, 202531 minS1<p>Although Latin is often called a "dead language," its influence is very much alive in modern culture. From film and literature to science and law, Latin continues to shape the way we communicate and think. Latin...
- Mar 5, 202535 minS1
<p>This episode explores the origins and influence of jazz as America’s truly original art form. Guest Dave Lunn, a saxophonist and music educator, joins hosts Brett Harkey and Chris Reynolds to discuss jazz’s deep...
- Feb 12, 202535 minS1
<p>This episode delves into the fascinating role of jewelry in sixteenth-century Anglo-Scottish diplomacy. Our guest, Cassie Auble, explores how Mary, Queen of Scots, and Elizabeth I used jewelry as tools of political...
- Jan 27, 202533 minS1
<p>About the Episode:</p> <p>The episode explores what makes a book a "classic" and how books shape the moral and idyllic imaginations of young readers. Our guest, Paige Gowing, a librarian at Liberty Common School...
- Jan 22, 202535 minS1
<p>The episode explores what makes a book "great" and how books shape the moral and idyllic imaginations of young readers. Our guest, Paige Gowing, a librarian at Liberty Common School, shares insights on the value of...
- Dec 18, 202441 minS1
<p>In the late Middle Ages, the city-states of Italy witnessed the rebirth of an ancient form of government: the republic. These Italian republics provide the backdrop for the impressive cultural achievements of the...
Recent guests
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Jim McCormick
computer science instructor, Research Institute of Risk Intelligence
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Dr. David Diener
Hillsdale professor, Plato scholar, former classical school headmaster, Hillsdale College
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Frank Russel
Liberty Common School
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Natalie Scarlett
Mango Languages
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