Cultivating Virtuous Citizens - Leo Smith on Classical Education & School Choice
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In this episode of Macon Atlanta, host Brent Macon engages with Leo Smith, founder of Engaged Futures Group and board member of Atlanta Classical Academy (ACA). They delve into the transformative impact of classical education, the significance of ideological nuance, and the empowering potential of school choice.
Featured Guest: Leo Smith
Leo Smith, founder of Engaged Futures Group and board member of ACA, is dedicated to education and community empowerment. His work focuses on fostering intellectual and character development through classical education and advocating for school choice.
Leo’s Bio:
- Started in ministry before moving to the private sector, finding a calling in ‘missional entrepreneurship.’
- Became a leadership development coach, serving executive teams and creating the ‘Reflect Daily’ journal series for cultivating healthy habits.
- Leads Grow or Die, a club aiding leaders in achieving sustainable growth through goal-setting, habit development, and milestone celebrations.
- His diverse experiences enable him to approach ideas with ideological nuance and encourage open-mindedness.
- Advocates for school choice to empower parents and enhance community growth.
Host: Brent Macon
Brent Macon is a multifaceted Atlantan—dad, spiritual seeker, small business owner, and investor. He explores technology's transformative impact, humanity's interconnectedness, and spirituality beyond mainstream beliefs. Brent promotes balanced living and a unified worldview integrating virtues, nature reverence, and equitable progress. Through his podcast, Macon Atlanta, he engages with inspiring individuals to explore big ideas and promote better living.
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