In this episode, we welcome back David French, columnist for The New York Times , former constitutional attorney, and author of Divided We Fall . We discuss the current state of American democracy, the challenges of political division, and how we can engage in civil discourse despite deep ideological differences. David also shares a personal update on his family and reflects on the profound trials and growth that come with adversity. 📌 What We Discuss: ✔️ How David and his family navigated the challenges of a serious health crisis. ✔️ The rise of political polarization and the factors driving it. ✔️ Why distinguishing between “unwise, unethical, and unlawful” is crucial in analyzing political actions. ✔️ How consuming different perspectives (even opposing ones) helps in understanding political dynamics. ✔️ The role of Christian values in politics and how they are being redefined. ⏳ Episode Highlights 📍 [00:01:00] – David French’s background and his journey from litigation to journalism. 📍 [00:02:30] – Personal update: David shares his wife Nancy’s battle with cancer and their journey as a family. 📍 [00:06:00] – How to navigate personal trials while maintaining faith and resilience. 📍 [00:10:00] – The danger of political paranoia and the pitfalls of extreme polarization. 📍 [00:18:00] – The "friend-enemy" paradigm in American politics and its influence in Christian fundamentalism. 📍 [00:24:00] – Revisiting Divided We Fall : How America’s divisions have devolved since 2020. 📍 [00:40:00] – The categories and differences of unwise, unethical, and unlawful political actions. 📍 [00:55:00] – The balance between justice, kindness, and humility in political engagement. 📍 [01:00:00] – The After Party initiative: A Christian approach to politics focused on values rather than policy. 💬 Featured Quotes 🔹 "You don't know who you truly are until your values are tested." – David French 🔹 "If we focus on the relational, we can have better conversations even across deep differences." – Corey Nathan 🔹 "Justice, kindness, and humility—if you're missing one, you're doing it wrong." – David French 🔹 "The United States has a history of shifting without repenting. We just move on." – David French 📚 Resources Mentioned David French’s Writing: New York Times David’s Book: Divided We Fall The After Party Initiative – More Info Advisory Opinions Podcast (with Sarah Isgur & David French) – Listen Here 📣 Call to Action If you found this conversation insightful, please: ✅ Subscribe to Talkin' Politics & Religion Without Killin' Each Other on your favorite podcast platform. ✅ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen: ratethispodcast.com/goodfaithpolitics ✅ Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/politicsandreligion ✅ Watch the full conversation and subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/@politicsandreligion 🔗 Connect With Us on Social Media @coreysnathan: Bluesky LinkedIn Instagram Threads Facebook Substack David French: 🔗 Twitter | BlueSky | New York Times Our Sponsors Meza Wealth Management: www.mezawealth.com Prolux Autogroup: www.proluxautogroup.com or www.granadahillsairporttransportation.com Let’s keep talking politics and religion—with gentleness and respect. 🎙️💡…
This podcast aims to showcase the best in Independent Prep education through interviews with leading Headteachers, case studies of excellent schools, expert discussions on topical matters in the sector and reflections on evidence-based practice. To learn more about IAPS and the benefits of membership for Heads, please visit https://iaps.uk/about/benefits-of-membership.html Music in each podcast is provided by M:Tech: https://mtechonline.co.uk/.
This podcast aims to showcase the best in Independent Prep education through interviews with leading Headteachers, case studies of excellent schools, expert discussions on topical matters in the sector and reflections on evidence-based practice. To learn more about IAPS and the benefits of membership for Heads, please visit https://iaps.uk/about/benefits-of-membership.html Music in each podcast is provided by M:Tech: https://mtechonline.co.uk/.
In the latest instalment of the IAPS Journal Club series host Tim Smith, Head at Hampton Pre-Prep & Prep, is joined by Gareth Jones, Head at Bilton Grange Preparatory School in Rugby, and Claire Fletcher, Head at Phoenix House International School in Tokyo, with closing remarks from IAPS CEO Dominic Norrish. Together, they explore research looking at belonging in schools, in respect of both pupils and staff and discuss how they have applied a sense of belonging to their own, very different, school communities and cultures. Articles: The Palgrave Handbook of Positive Education https://bit.ly/43DLSDX “Achieve and Thrive” A research-based guide to pupil motivation and engagement (page 15) https://bit.ly/41CWArL Place and Belonging in School: Why it Matters Today https://bit.ly/3XM1OjR Developing agency competence and a sense of belonging through education outside the classroom https://bit.ly/3QXZoL4 The Opportunity Makers: How a diverse group of public schools helps students catch up and how far more can (page 20 onwards) https://bit.ly/3FkCCe2 Factors influencing school teachers' sense of belonging https://bit.ly/4hremnE…
In the second instalment of this focused series, Dominic Floyd, Chair of the IAPS Education Committee, talks to members of staff from Ravenscourt Park Preparatory School (RPPS) including Head, Carl Howes, Deputy Head, Sam Challenor and Head of RS, Lauren Fisher-Manuel. Together, they discuss the strength of EDI at RPPS and how inclusion and belonging is embedded in the school values and everyday school life.…
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Dominic Floyd, Chair of the IAPS Education Committee, talks to two members of staff from St Neot's Prep, Bronwyn Kidd, Deputy Head and Emily Regent, Director of Studies. They discuss the pastoral care at St Neot's, exploring the work they have done to focus on this area and how it impacts positively on academic outcomes.…
In this episode, IAPS Deputy CEO, Emilie Darwin is joined by Mel Sanderson, Managing Editor of The Good Schools Guide and three IAPS Heads: Judith Fremont-Barnes, Head of St Pauls’ Cathedral School, Jonny Timms, Head of Walhampton and Gareth Davies, Head of Gayhurst School. Together they discuss the strengths of independent prep education in the new era of VAT.…
This music-themed episode is hosted by Jack Hardman, from our Premier Partner M:Tech, and features discussion with Mimi Munro, IAPS Music Subject Adviser, and Amy Evetts, Head of Music at Headington Rye Oxford Prep School. Together they delve into the topics of music composition, technology and fostering creativity in the classroom. Packed with practical tips and ideas, this is a valuable resource for inspiring innovation in your school’s music programme.…
In the latest instalment of our Head-to-Head series Angus McDonald, Head of Wellesley Prep School in Hampshire, interviews Olly Langton, Head of Belhaven Hill School in Dunbar, Scotland. Together they discuss the benefits of a small independent prep school, the joys of Headship and incorporating the location and surroundings of Belhaven into its curriculum.…
IAPS Head of Professional Development, Matt Evered, is joined by Head of Tranby Prep, Cath Sweeting, and Adam Hurst, Head of Dolphin School, as they discuss their journeys to Headship and provide useful advice for the aspiring Heads of the future.
In this third instalment of the IAPS Journal Club series, host Tim Smith, Head at Hampton Pre-Prep & Prep is joined by Perran Gill, Head at Keble Prep, Rebecca Smith, Head at King Edward VI Preparatory School and IAPS CEO, Dominic Norrish. Together, they discuss the importance of teacher wellbeing, considering the research literature and sharing tips and ideas that they have used at their own schools. Articles: Working lives of teachers and leaders: wave 2 summary report https://bit.ly/3UW3JRq Pursuing Pleasure or Virtue: The Differential and Overlapping Well-Being Benefits of Hedonic and Eudaimonic Motives https://bit.ly/3ZczrMQ Factors Associated with Teacher Wellbeing: A Meta-Analysis https://bit.ly/3YVN0yL Teacher well-being: A systematic review of the research literature https://bit.ly/3AKcJT0 Wellbeing for Schoolteachers: University of Oxford https://bit.ly/3Czl2Bw Effective leadership practices and teacher wellbeing: A review of international evidence https://bit.ly/4fVrlxP Ten Ways To Support School Staff Wellbeing https://bit.ly/49bX2Rr…
In this episode, IAPS Deputy CEO Emilie Darwin is joined by Katharine Sharpe, IAPS SEND Subject Adviser & Assistant Head (Pastoral) and Head of Learning Support at Caterham Prep, and Gaelle Sullivan, Inclusion Director at BSA Group and Director at IELA (Inclusion & Equity Leadership Association). Together, they discuss the quality of SEND provision in independent schools and preview the forthcoming Independent Schools SEND Conference, in association with ISC .…
IAPS CEO Dominic Norrish, IAPS Deputy CEO Emilie Darwin and incoming IAPS Chair Tania Botting discuss what they are most looking forward to at this year's Annual IAPS Conference which takes place next week at Celtic Manor in Wales.
In this episode, IAPS CEO Dominic Norrish talks to ed-futurist Ian Symmonds. They discuss the importance of independent schools leading the way in terms of AI in education and Ian outlines how he will address this topic at the IAPS Annual Conference in September, both in his keynote address and break-out seminar sessions.…
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IAPS CEO, Dominic Norrish is joined by Kate Lexén and Jake Saunders from Tender, a charity that works with schools to promote healthy relationships with the aim of preventing domestic abuse and sexual violence. Together they talk about the importance of this work at a young age and the methods of engaging children with this topic.…
In the second instalment of our Head-to-Head series Karen Coles, Head of Sarum Hall School in London interviews Angus McDonald, Head of Wellesley Prep School in Hampshire. Together they cover numerous topics including the joys of education in both the independent and state sector, the focus on outdoor learning at Wellesley and the importance of taking risks.…
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