Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/beyond-the-bell Beyond the Bell is where the world of education meets everyday life. With insightful guests and conversations ranging from parenting and technology to civil dialogue and community issues, our hosts -- comedians and actors Matt Walsh and Jim Connor and Head of School Scott McLarty from Providence High School in Burbank, CA -- explore how the lessons learned in school connect to the real world. It’s thoughtful, fun, and full of the ideas that matter most in today’s world. ProjectSphere: A collaboration between the Cato Institute and Brookings Institution Heterodox Academy - A resource for promoting viewpoint diversity on campuses. More in Common: The Perception Gap - Interactive resource on why people hold misconceptions about those on the “other side.” Scott’s 1 Big Idea: Newsletter from Providence High School Head of School Scott McLarty that fosters conversations about things that matter to the wider Providence community. Matt Walsh: Comedian, Actor, and Beyond the Bell Podcast Co-Host Jim Connor: Comedian, Actor, and Beyond the Bell Podcast Co-Host © 2025 Providence High School 475f5232-0f1c-5bdc-8909-27295cff58d3 no en Wed, 23 Jul 2025 07:37:09 -0700 Tue, 02 Dec 2025 21:09:18 -0800 https://img.transistor.fm/gBg_1HYSavdgn5ynSQLWAEx9xSjmE_J96avWJv_E2-c/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9jYzkx/MGNjYTljNzk1YjYz/ZDlmYmY3Yzc5MmJl/NTY3My5qcGc.jpg episodic Providence High School Beyond the Bell is where the world of education meets everyday life. With insightful guests and conversations ranging from parenting and technology to civil dialogue and community issues, our hosts -- comedians and actors Matt Walsh and Jim Connor and Head of School Scott McLarty from Providence High School in Burbank, CA -- explore how the lessons learned in school connect to the real world. It’s thoughtful, fun, and full of the ideas that matter most in today’s world. ProjectSphere: A collaboration between the Cato Institute and Brookings Institution Heterodox Academy - A resource for promoting viewpoint diversity on campuses. More in Common: The Perception Gap - Interactive resource on why people hold misconceptions about those on the “other side.” Scott’s 1 Big Idea: Newsletter from Providence High School Head of School Scott McLarty that fosters conversations about things that matter to the wider Providence community. Matt Walsh: Comedian, Actor, and Beyond the Bell Podcast Co-Host Jim Connor: Comedian, Actor, and Beyond the Bell Podcast Co-Host Beyond the Bell is where the world of education meets everyday life. Providence High School No No 2 2 Navigating Parent-Teacher Relationships full 8ed09f7d-13ef-441e-b0c4-f0aa0352ccba https://share.transistor.fm/s/992e353e In this eye-opening episode of Beyond the Bell, hosts Matt Walsh and Jim Connor dive into the evolving parent-teacher relationship with renowned clinical psychologists Dr. Bob Evans and Dr. Michael Thompson. They unpack the lasting effects of COVID-19, social upheaval, and political tensions on schools, revealing why educators faced unprecedented anxiety and disengagement. This conversation is a must-listen for parents and educators alike, as it explores the challenges of raising resilient children in an age of heightened stress, the impact of technology on learning, and the realistic expectations needed to support both students and schools. Tune in for expert insights and practical strategies to navigate today’s educational landscape. 

 

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]]> No 1 1 Beyond Polarization: Teaching the Art of Conversation full 7dbddc25-f13e-4d2f-96a3-773addd621af https://share.transistor.fm/s/e5e6ea04 Join the conversation on Beyond the Bell as educational leaders dive into the crucial role of civil discourse in today’s polarized world. Head of Providence School Scott McLarty, with guest Allan Carey from the Cato Institute, explores how early education, honest conversations, and intellectual humility can bridge ideological divides. Discover why creating space for uncomfortable yet meaningful dialogue in schools is essential to cultivating thoughtful, open-minded citizens.

• ProjectSphere: A collaboration between the Cato Institute and Brookings Institution 
• Heterodox Academy - A resource for promoting viewpoint diversity on campuses.  
• More in Common: The Perception Gap - Interactive resource on why people hold misconceptions about those on the “other side.” 
• Scott’s 1 Big Idea: Newsletter from Providence High School Head of School Scott McLarty that fosters conversations about things that matter to the wider Providence community.   
• Matt Walsh: Comedian, Actor, and Beyond the Bell Podcast Co-Host 
• Jim Connor: Comedian, Actor, and Beyond the Bell Podcast Co-Host 

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• ProjectSphere: A collaboration between the Cato Institute and Brookings Institution 
• Heterodox Academy - A resource for promoting viewpoint diversity on campuses.  
• More in Common: The Perception Gap - Interactive resource on why people hold misconceptions about those on the “other side.” 
• Scott’s 1 Big Idea: Newsletter from Providence High School Head of School Scott McLarty that fosters conversations about things that matter to the wider Providence community.   
• Matt Walsh: Comedian, Actor, and Beyond the Bell Podcast Co-Host 
• Jim Connor: Comedian, Actor, and Beyond the Bell Podcast Co-Host 

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• ProjectSphere: A collaboration between the Cato Institute and Brookings Institution 
• Heterodox Academy - A resource for promoting viewpoint diversity on campuses.  
• More in Common: The Perception Gap - Interactive resource on why people hold misconceptions about those on the “other side.” 
• Scott’s 1 Big Idea: Newsletter from Providence High School Head of School Scott McLarty that fosters conversations about things that matter to the wider Providence community.   
• Matt Walsh: Comedian, Actor, and Beyond the Bell Podcast Co-Host 
• Jim Connor: Comedian, Actor, and Beyond the Bell Podcast Co-Host 

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