The Progressive Miseducation of America with Dr. Corey Miller

About this episode

Michael Easley discusses the impact of progressive ideology on higher education and its implications for Christians with Dr. Corey Miller.

What happened to higher education in America—and why does it matter for Christians today?In this episode of inContext, Michael Easley sits down with Dr. Corey Miller to discuss the cultural and ideological shifts transforming universities, churches, and society. Drawing from his book The Progressive Miseducation of America, Dr. Miller explains how worldview battles that began in academia are now shaping politics, media, families, and faith communities.The conversation explores the rise of critical theory, DEI ideology, the influence of the Frankfurt School, and the growing challenge Christians face in preparing the next generation for college and culture. Michael and Corey also discuss why Christians must reengage the life of the mind instead of retreating from difficult conversations.Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, pastor, educator, or student, this episode offers a sobering but hopeful challenge to think biblically, disciple intentionally, and stand firm in truth.Chapters05:35 – Why education in America has radically changed07:13 – Corey Miller’s background and journey out of Mormonism10:00 – The rise of progressive ideology in universities13:35 – Understanding DEI…

People in this episode

Host: Michael Easley

Guest: Dr. Corey Miller

Topics covered

• higher education
• cultural shifts
• critical theory
• Christian response
• progressive ideology
• DEI
• faith communities

Keywords

• higher education
• progressive ideology
• critical theory
• DEI
• Christianity
• cultural shifts
• faith
• universities
• Mormonism
• truth

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Frankfurt School

Books & works: The Progressive Miseducation of America

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