Building Leaders to Transform America | Jack McPherson
From Anchored by the Classic Learning Test by Classic Learning Test
May 14, 2026 · 28 min
About this episode
Jack McPherson discusses his journey and the importance of classical education and statesmanship in shaping future leaders.
On this episode of The Anchored Podcast, Jeremy is joined by Jack McPherson, Director of Development for the Emerging Leaders Program at the Convention of States (COS) Foundation. Jack shares his journey from Hillsdale College to serving as a founding member of the Emerging Leaders Program, a nine-month student formation fellowship that trains young men and women in the art of American Statesmanship. Discover how classical education, statesmanship, and a commitment to the common good are shap...
People in this episode
Host: Jeremy
Guest: Jack McPherson
Topics covered
- leadership
- classical education
- American statesmanship
- youth development
- common good
Keywords
- leadership
- classical education
- statesmanship
- Emerging Leaders Program
- youth fellowship
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Convention of States (COS) Foundation, Hillsdale College
Books & works: Emerging Leaders Program
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