The Homeschooling Saints Podcast

Episode 226: A Hidden Heartache: What Small Catholic Families Want You to Know

We Catholics rightly appreciate the generosity of heart and sense of calling that leads many homeschoolers to raise large, beautiful families. And thank God for them! But scattered among us are families with only one or two children, and some of them have experienced feelings of shame for the small size of their families, as if they don’t measure up in the eyes of others. So today, we’re talking with homeschooling mom Kaitlin Zara to bring to light A Hidden Heartache: What Small Catholic Families Want You to Know. 

Kaitlin would love to hear from you!
She can be reached at: Kaitlinzara@gmail.com 

The Unexpected Homeschooler Episode #217: https://homeschoolconnections.com/podcasts/unexpected-homeschooler/ 

Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:

Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online

Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood

Intro voice is Dave Palmer, Catholic radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone

Our host is Lisa Mladinich

Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.

You can follow us on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolingsaints 

Also, make sure to check out the Catholic Homeschool Blog for homeschooling tips, support, and practical help.

Episode 225: Wellness as a Path to Holiness

We all want to be healthy and to be solid role models for our children. But let’s be honest. Homeschooling parents, especially moms, tend to be self-neglecting as we serve and serve and serve. Today’s guest had a beautiful spiritual awakening about her own health, and it drew her closer to God. Cecilia Escobedo is here to talk about Wellness as a Path to Holiness.

Find Cecilia Escobedo: http://www.trinitywellnessfoundation.com

Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:

Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online

Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood

Intro voice is Dave Palmer, Catholic radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone

Our host is Lisa Mladinich

Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.

You can follow us on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolingsaints 

Also, make sure to check out the Catholic Homeschool Blog for homeschooling tips, support, and practical help.

Episode 224: Calming Clutter

We are really busy educating our children, and our lives are complicated, so the clutter can really build up and make it hard to feel peaceful and focused in our homes. Our good friend, Marisol Rodero, is back to help us find and create beauty in our homes. Join us as we talk about Calming Clutter!

Find Marisol Rodero: https://nobispacem.com

Contact Marisol Rodero: Info@nobispacem.com 

Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:

Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online

Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood

Intro voice is Dave Palmer, Catholic radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone

Our host is Lisa Mladinich

Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.

You can follow us on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolingsaints 

Also, make sure to check out the Catholic Homeschool Blog for homeschooling tips, support, and practical help.

Episode 223: The Power of Tradition

Through liturgical cycles and school years, our children develop at a rapid pace, as they learn their faith and discover their unique place in the world. All the while, our families are establishing traditions that help to remind our children of what is most important to a life well lived. Today, our good friend, homeschooling father, John Heinen, is here to talk about, The Power of Tradition.

Find John Heinen: https://catholicgentleman.com

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheCatholicGentleman

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCatholicGentleman

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catholicgentleman

Recommended Resources: Tradition and the Church, by George Agius https://archive.org/details/traditionchurch00agiu

Theology of Home https://theologyofhome.com

CatholicCulture.org https://www.catholicculture.org

Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:

Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online

Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood

Intro voice is Dave Palmer, Catholic radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone

Our host is Lisa Mladinich

Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.

You can follow us on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolingsaints 

Also, make sure to check out the Catholic Homeschool Blog for homeschooling tips, support, and practical help.

Episode 222: A Very Merry Radio Show

Catholic Homeschoolers, as we celebrate this joyful season, you’re working hard with great love, engaging your children’s hearts in the true stories of their faith. Today’s guest, Catholic actor and radio producer Peter Atkinson, is here to invite you to relax and gather around the radio with your family for A Very Merry Radio Show.

For Peter Atkinson’s Saint & Advent radio programs: https://thesaintspodcast.com

For the “Advent with Scrooge” program: https://pages.themerrybeggars.com/a-christmas-carol-rr-tmb

Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:

Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online

Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood

Intro voice is Dave Palmer, radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone

Our host is Lisa Mladinich

Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.

Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.

Episode 221: Mathematics Outside the Box

Not everyone loves math, so it’s a true joy to spend time with those who do. Peaking into the mystery and wonder of the order and beauty that Math can reveal, can really change our perspective and help us teach our children to appreciate the subject at a higher level. Susan Sucher is here today to open our eyes to Mathematics Outside the Box.

Susan Sucher’s Substack (blog): https://returntosanity.substack.com/ 

Email: susansucher@gmail.com 

Susan recommends: “Donald Duck in Mathmagic Land” (30-minute animated movie), https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8BqnN72OlqA

Logical Nonsense by Lewis Carroll (OOP. Check your local library or BookFinder.com to purchase a used copy.)

Mathematics: A Human Endeavor by Harold R. Jacobs, https://amzn.to/3VfK7b6 

Susan is designing several online courses for Homeschool Connections, beginning in the Summer 2025 semester. You'll be able to find them here after February 2025: https://caravel.homeschoolconnections.com/catalog/

Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:

Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online

Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood

Intro voice is Dave Palmer, Catholic radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone

Our host is Lisa Mladinich

Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.

You can follow us on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolingsaints 

Also, make sure to check out the Catholic Homeschool Blog for homeschooling tips, support, and practical help.

 

Episode 220: Unveiling Genius: Enhancing a Child’s Intelligence

God has designed and purposed each of our children according to a beautiful plan, and it’s our job as parents to call out that design and help it to mature into the unique genius they are meant to bring into the world. Today, homeschool veteran and author, Maureen Wittmann is here to discuss Unveiling Genius: Enhancing a Child’s Intelligence.

Find Maureen Wittmann at:
https://HomeschoolConnections.com

https://homeschoolconnections.com/about-homeschool-connections/#directors

Unveiling Genius Article:
https://homeschoolconnections.com/enhancing-intelligence-homeschool/

Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:

Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online

Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood

Intro voice is Dave Palmer, radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone

Our host is Lisa Mladinich

Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.

Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.

Episode 219: Advent & Christmas Resources for Families

We’re all looking for fresh ways to approach the ancient beauty of our faith during Advent and Christmas, so our children can experience the wonder and joy of God’s love for them. Today’s guest, homeschooling mom, Alex Resch, will share some Advent & Christmas Resources for Families.

Find Alex Resch at:
https://www.restinthee.com
info@restinthee.com

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Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:

Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online

Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood

Intro voice is Dave Palmer, radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone

Our host is Lisa Mladinich

Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.

Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.

Episode 218: The Books Your Children Should Never Ever Read!

We Catholic homeschoolers are all about book lists! But where’s the list with the warning labels? Author, instructor, and homeschooling mom, Eleanor Bourg Nicholson, is here to share The Books Your Children Should Never Ever Read!

Find Eleanor Nicholson: 
www.eleanorbourgnicholson.com

Eleanor’s online high school literature and CLT prep courses for your children:
https://tinyurl.com/mrxpfc92 

Eleanor's books on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4fg9uBJ 
 

Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:

Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online

Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood

Intro voice is Dave Palmer, radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone

Our host is Lisa Mladinich

Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.

Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.

Episode 217: The Unexpected Homeschooler

The path to homeschooling for each of us comes out of our unique circumstances—often as a sense of calling from God to do that “something greater” for our children. And often, contrary to our original plans! Today, you’re in for a treat as we welcome homeschooling mom Kaitlin Zara to talk about how she became The Unexpected Homeschooler. 

Kaitlin would love to hear from you! She can be reached at:
Kaitlinzara@gmail.com

Thank you to the following contributors who made this podcast possible:

Our Sponsor is Homeschool Connections: Catholic Homeschool Classes Online

Homeschooling Saints theme music was composed by Taylor Kirkwood

Intro voice is Dave Palmer, radio personality and author of St. Thomas Aquinas for Everyone

Our host is Lisa Mladinich

Visit our Podcast page at Homeschooling Saints: Catholic Homeschool Podcast.

Also, make sure to check out our Catholic Homeschool Blog.