Forged: Timeless Ways of Living
The Ranger, the Teacher, and the Farmer: Forging a Coherent Life with Doug Woolery
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In this episode of Forged, host Brian Williams speaks with Doug Woolery—Army Ranger, teacher, coach, and farmer—about a life shaped by service, learning, and faith. Doug reflects on his journey from the military to the classroom, the impact of male educators, the importance of parental involvement, and the quiet lessons of farming. Drawing on his experiences as a parent and grandparent, he shares insights on coherence, contentment, and living a well-rounded life.
Guest
Doug Woolery
Teacher
Host
Dr. Brian Williams
Podcast Host and Contributing Writer
Brian A. Williams (DPhil, Oxon) is Dean of the Templeton Honors College, Professor of Ethics and Liberal Studies, and Co-Director of the MA in Classical Teaching at Eastern University in Philadelphia. He is the founding editor of Principia: A Journal of Classical Education, speaks internationally on classical education, and serves on several academic and educational boards, including the Classic Learning Test (CLT). Previously, he taught at Cair Paravel Latin School and the University of Oxford. Dr. Williams earned degrees in theology and Christian ethics from Regent College and the University of Oxford, and his research focuses on education and formation in the Christian Intellectual Tradition. Brian is a runner, art collector, and traveler, having visited over 40 countries, often in search of sites and cities of the ancient world. He is married to Kim, a visual artist and teacher, and has three children: Ilia, Brecon, and Maeve.
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