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The Arts of Language Podcast

IEW (Andrew Pudewa)

The Arts of Language podcast with Andrew Pudewa, founder of the Institute for Excellence in Writing, and Julie Walker, chief marketing officer, is a weekly podcast to support teachers of writing. Our goal is to equip teachers and teaching parents with methods and materials which will aid them in training their students to become confident and competent communicators and thinkers. - For Show Notes and Information about this podcast, visit https://IEW.com/Podcast - Contact Us with Questions and/or

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Episode 549: Ways to Use the Story Sequence Chart

The Arts of Language Podcast ·

2026/09/30

The Story Sequence Chart introduced in Unit 3 of the Structure and Style® methodology is a powerful tool for learning the structure of a story. Students use this tool for summarizing stories, writing variations and elaborations, and even composing original stories of their own. Listen as Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker dig into the many ways to use Story Sequence Chart and learn how you might use it in your classroom or your own writing. Tell us a story! Referenced Materials“Using the

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24:52

Episode 547: Magnum Opus Magazine✟

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2026/09/16

Being published provides a great motivation and boost for students’ confidence. In this episode Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker share some of the IEW Writing Contest winning essays and talk about the history and purpose of the Magnum Opus Magazine. Listen to this episode and click on the link below to subscribe to the Magnum Opus monthly e-newsletter and the yearly print edition. Referenced MaterialsMagnum Opus MagazineSubscribe here!Transcript of Podcast Episode 547 If you have questions

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23:50

Episode 545: Homeschool Trade Association with Seth...

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2026/09/02

In this episode, Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker interview Seth Dunham, the president of the Homeschool Trade Association, which exists to support and equip business leaders to maximize their ability to achieve the greatest possible success. Listen as they share the history of the organization and how member businesses work together to serve homeschooling families. Referenced MaterialsHomeschool Trade AssociationNotgrass History“However Imperfectly: Lessons Learned from Thirty Years of

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26:31

Episode 544: Revisiting AI and Education

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2026/08/26

Questions are swirling around the topic of AI and its role in education. Teachers and parents are wondering when and how students should use it and whether using AI is beneficial for students. Join Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker while they revisit this topic that leads to frequently asked questions as Andrew visits homeschool conventions around the country this summer. Referenced Materials“Writing Maketh an Exact Man” by Andrew Pudewa“Back to Basics?” by Andrew PudewaEpisode 492: Academic

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24:15

Episode 543: A History of American Education with...

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2026/08/19

Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker are joined by Robert Bortins, CEO of Classical Conversations, to discuss how parental involvement is the best indicator of student success. They talk about the history of American education and the variety of educational options that have become available to parents. Referenced MaterialsRobert BortinsWoke and Weaponized: How Karl Marx Won the Battle for American Education, and How We Can Win It Back by Robert Bortins and Alex NewmanClassical

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22:19

Episode 541: Process versus Product

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2026/08/05

In this episode, Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker review Andrew’s article “Process versus Product” from However Imperfectly and discuss why the process of learning is just as or even more important than the student’s finished product. Referenced Materials“Process versus Product” by Andrew Pudewa“Four Deadly Errors of Teaching Writing” by Andrew PudewaHowever Imperfectly: Lessons Learned from Thirty Years of Teaching by Andrew Pudewa Book ArticlePrinciples of Motivation

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36:08

Episode 540: Live Ask Andrew Anything

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2026/07/29

Do you allow kids to look back at the source for spelling while they write? What are the pros and cons of Structure and Style® for Students versus a Writing Across the Curriculum course? Join Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker as they discuss these and other questions and share a couple new jokes in another Ask Andrew Anything episode. You never know what you might learn! Referenced MaterialsIEW Practical PrintablesMisplaced Modifiers BookletTeaching Writing: Structure and StyleStructure and

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21:54

Episode 539: From the Mailbag

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2026/07/22

In this episode, Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker open the mailbag (or the email inbox) and read letters Andrew has received from students. Listen to this episode to find out from students themselves why they enjoy IEW’s award winning Structure and Style® for Students and Fix It!® Grammar. This episode also features a book authored by a reluctant young writer who changed her mind about writing after learning from Andrew. Referenced MaterialsStructure and Style for StudentsFix It

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20:46

Episode 534: Virtual Teaching Writing Structure and...

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2026/06/17

Jeff Nease joins Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker in the studio to share his excitement about the Virtual Teaching Writing: Structure and Style® workshop which will be held August 4–6, 2026. They discuss the benefits of completing this training, the incentive to attend live, and the support the IEW Schools Department will provide throughout the workshop and after to assist you in training your students to become confident and competent communicators and thinkers. Referenced MaterialsTeaching

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11:08

Episode 533: IEW Annual Educators’ Conference

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2026/06/10

While this episode may be short and sweet, it is full of information about the IEW Annual Educators’ Conference taking place July 25 online and on site in our studio. Listen to Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker discuss the talks Andrew will present, the benefits of attending live, and more. Referenced MaterialsIEW Annual Educators’ Conference registration and web pageIEW Annual Educators’ Conference blog post2025 IEW Annual Educators’ Conference2024 IEW Annual Educators’ ConferenceHowever

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25:31

Episode 532: Peeking behind the Curtain with Denise...

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2026/06/03

In this Laying the Foundation episode, Julie Walker talks with Denise Kelley, IEW’s director of product development, about the process of updating Teaching Writing: Structure and Style®, IEW’s flagship teacher training seminar. They share the features that make the third edition simpler, easier to use, and more effective. Listen to this episode to learn the who, why, and what of this update. Referenced MaterialsTeaching Writing: Structure and Style®Announcing IEW's Teaching Writing:

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24:02

Episode 531: From Violins to Verbs – The Suzuki...

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2026/05/27

Listen to this episode to learn Andrew Pudewa’s history of training with Dr. Shinichi Suzuki and how Andrew recognized in Dr. Webster’s Structure and Style® methodology a kind of Suzuki Method™ for English composition. Based on modeling and imitation, a sequential development of techniques, periodic review of composition structures, and an emphasis on mastery prior to progression, Dr. Webster’s writing program was a near perfect implementation of Dr. Suzuki’s philosophy of

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22:21

Episode 530: Live Ask Andrew Anything

The Arts of Language Podcast ·

2026/05/20

Andrew Pudewa answers your questions about the difference between editing and grading a paper, what “hands off content” means, and how to help students improve their use of dress-ups and openers at the point of need. Julie Walker ends the episode with a special announcement about an upcoming event, so be sure to listen all the way to the end! Referenced MaterialsBut . . . but . . . but . . . What about Grammar? audio talk by Andrew PudewaFour Deadly Errors of Teaching Writing audio talk by

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16:43

Episode 529: Serving Independent Study Schools with...

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2026/05/13

In this episode, Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker interview Debbi Hall, IEW’s Educational Consultant for Independent Study Schools/Programs. They discuss what independent study schools are and how IEW supports them. Debbi shares her enthusiasm for assisting teachers and teaching parents with their students’ needs. Referenced MaterialsDebbi HallIndependent Study Charter SchoolsTry IEW's Top Curriculum for Free!IEW AccreditationTranscript of Podcast Episode 529 If you have questions for

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22:06

Episode 528: The Power of Asking Questions

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2026/05/06

In this Laying the Foundation episode, Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker discuss one of the foundational skills that IEW teaches along with writing—asking questions. Andrew reviews the structural units to show how the units use questions to help students with “what to write about.” In the process, students build thinking skills. Referenced MaterialsTeaching Writing: Structure and Style®“The Power of the Method Is in the Structure”University-Ready Writing“How IEW Teaches Thinking”Transcript of

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25:12

Episode 527: Navigating the Four Deadly Errors in the...

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2026/04/29

Go to Part 1.In the second part of this recording from the 2026 IEW Winter Retreat, a panel of Schools Department team members join Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker to continue discussing tips and tricks for avoiding the four deadly errors in the classroom. They end with a conversation about AI in the classroom. Referenced MaterialsIEW Winter Retreat recording on YouTubeFour Deadly Errors of Teaching Writing by Andrew Pudewa Audio talk ArticleTranscript of Podcast

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31:11

Episode 526: Navigating the Four Deadly Errors in the...

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2026/04/22

Go to Part 2.In this recording from the 2026 IEW Winter Retreat, a panel of Schools Department team members join Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker to discuss tips and tricks for avoiding the four deadly errors in the classroom. They give classroom-tested strategies for using IEW tools to make writing accessible and enjoyable for every student. Referenced Materials“Process versus Product” by Andrew Pudewa“Imitation: A Common-Sense Approach” by Andrew PudewaHowever Imperfectly: Lessons Learned

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29:07

Episode 525: Boundless Learning with Ben Greenfield

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2026/04/15

In this fast-paced episode, Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker chat with Ben Greenfield, who was in one of Andrew’s first writing classes. The discussion covers an array of topics, from health and wellness to parenting to homeschooling and family life. As the author of the Boundless series, Ben exudes boundless energy and excitement for life.Referenced MaterialsBen Greenfield Life websiteBen Greenfield's booksWhole StixEpisode 364: Health and Wellness with Katie WellsBen’s sons’ card

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21:44

Episode 524: Are Students “Quiet Quitting”?

The Arts of Language Podcast ·

2026/04/08

Is the workplace trend of quiet quitting spilling over into education? Join Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker for a discussion about motivation and how to help kids develop greater attention spans and a desire to learn. Andrew talks about the importance of helping students develop hobbies and learn to make and do real things away from screens.Referenced Materials“Are Students 'Quiet Quitting'? What the Workplace Trend Can Teach Us About K-12”Education Week Facebook post“The Art and Science of

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Episode 523: Word Lists and the Invention of Portable...

The Arts of Language Podcast ·

2026/04/01

“If the children can’t go to the walls, the walls must come to the children.” Listen to this episode to learn the history of the popular Portable Walls™ products. Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker share the inspiration behind these handy resources and the variations that have been developed through the years. Referenced MaterialsTeaching Writing: Structure and Style®Portable Walls™ for Structure and Style® StudentsPortable Walls™ for Academic WritingPortable Walls™ for the Public

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