
The Way the World Works: A Tuttle Twins Podcast for Families
Education Podcasts
From the trusted team behind the Tuttle Twins books, join us as we tackle current events, hot topics, and fun ideas to help your family find clarity in a world full of confusion.
Location:
United States
Genres:
Education Podcasts
Description:
From the trusted team behind the Tuttle Twins books, join us as we tackle current events, hot topics, and fun ideas to help your family find clarity in a world full of confusion.
Language:
English
Website:
https://tuttletwins.com/
Episodes
622. What is the Bill of Rights?
9/4/2025
The first ten amendments to the Constitution were so important, they were given their own name, "The Bill of Rights."
Duration:00:13:20
621. Why Did New York's Best Teacher Quit Teaching?
9/2/2025
As students head back to school, it's important the lessons John Taylor Gatto about what education should and shouldn't be.
Duration:00:15:26
620. In praise of homeschool moms, opportunity cost
8/28/2025
Is homeschool really cheaper than public school? Rachel makes the case for why it is not for most families, but that is not why we homeschool! We homeschool because it is right for our families and SO worth it! We explore the concept of opportunity cost.
Duration:00:11:31
619. What Is The Magna Carta?
8/26/2025
Nearly 600 years before the Revolutionary War, English Barons created a revolutionary document that laid the foundation for the Constitution.
Duration:00:13:12
618. Should I run for office?
8/21/2025
If good people who believe in liberty don't occupy those seats in government, someone else will! Sometimes its really hard for someone skeptical of government power to choose to be a part of the "leviathan" but let's think that through. And if you WANT to get involved in government, how do you get started? Rachel gives insights from her campaigns and time on Capitol Hill.
Duration:00:13:26
617. What Is So Special about Ron Paul?
8/19/2025
On today's episode, we celebrate former Congressman Ron Paul's 90th birthday and discuss what makes him so special.
Duration:00:12:48
616. What Is The Socratic Method?
8/14/2025
Greek philosopher Socrates believed that the best way to teach was by asking lots of questions to help someone think and find answers for themselves.
Duration:00:13:25
615. What Is A Character Arc?
8/12/2025
As characters in stories go on adventures, face challenges, and learn important lessons, there comes a point where they must choose to either grow into someone braver, kinder, or wiser or go in the wrong direction and become more selfish, angry, or cruel.
Duration:00:12:00
614. What Is The Sunk Cost Fallacy?
8/7/2025
Rachel and Brittany tackle another one of the logical fallacies that prevent people from thinking rationally.
Duration:00:12:27
613. What is The Importance of Delayed Gratification?
8/5/2025
It's easy to get caught up in instant gratification. But more often than not, the things that offer you the most value are worth the wait.
Duration:00:13:30
612. When a joke is no joking matter
7/31/2025
Sometimes we use humor to diffuse tense situations, but there are some situations where a joke can escalate things in really bad ways. Think: going through TSA at the airport. Or making fun of a friend, not knowing they are going through a hard time.
Duration:00:13:08
611. What is Fascism
7/29/2025
People love to call others a "fascist" whenever they disagree with their political views. But what does that term really mean and our most people using it incorrectly?
Duration:00:12:51
610. How do credit cards work?
7/24/2025
Rachel and Brittany give a very basic primer on how credit cards work and some things to keep in mind when you begin your journey into finances and managing your own money. Stay out of debt! Be really careful with that first credit card. It may FEEL like "FREE MONEY" but the bill always comes due! Credit scores.
Duration:00:14:52
609. Why is Appealing to Emotions a Logical Fallacy?
7/22/2025
A lot of people will try to get you to agree with their political or ideological beliefs using only emotional arguments. Using emotions might help to pull at heartstrings, but it is important to base your arguments on logic arguments first before you bring emotion into the mix.
Duration:00:15:01
608. What can you learn from travel?
7/17/2025
Whether you're just visiting another city or state, or traveling halfway around the world, there is so much adventure to embrace in traveling. Rachel and Brittany encourage you to embrace the planning and process of travel, as well as the cultural lessons you can learn.
Duration:00:13:45
607. How can I land my first job?
7/15/2025
Rachel and Brittany gives some tips for teenagers looking to get their first job. Where do you want to work? What would you be good at? Who is hiring? What about my network? How to nail a first impression with an employer. Let us walk through it all.
Duration:00:13:29
606. What Do You Want to Be When You Grow Up?
7/10/2025
You're never too young to start thinking about what kind of career you want to have. But how can you make such a difficult decision when you have so many options?
Duration:00:13:56
605. Why Was Thomas Paine So Important?
7/8/2025
Before humans used social media to share idea, they used pamphlets. And on the road to the revolutionary war, there was no great pamphleteer than Thomas Paine.
Duration:00:12:03
604. What Is The Real Meaning of Independence Day?
7/3/2025
The Fourth of July is almost here! While fireworks and family time is great, it's important to remember the true meaning of the holiday.
Duration:00:13:03
603. Who Was More Important, John Adams or Sam Adams?
7/1/2025
Two of the most important figures in the Revolutionary War were John Adams and Sam Adams. While the two were cousins, when it came to fighting for liberty, the two had very different styles.
Duration:00:13:02