that allowed me to actually understand the concepts rather than just parroting the answers from a standard text
Which is why we encourage a range of discussion, generally while avoiding too much complexity. Links to the more complex are valuable so that those who are interested can refer. Certainly, it is a little difficult with questions from early beginner training pilots as too much too fast can often be counter-productive.
Generally, the pilot doesn't need the whole nine yards of the story but, certainly, needs enough presented in a reasonable manner, to facilitate the relevant learning process.