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*Replay* 97 How to Get Kids to Listen: A Catholic Homeschool Guide to Habits, Character & Cooperation
May 24, 2026
22m 31s
119 - Homeschooling High School Without Fear | Catholic College, Transcripts & Confidence with Jenni Cassidy and Helen Harrold
May 17, 2026
37m 55s
118 Catholic Truth, Civil War Reenactments & the Road to Emmaus | Homeschooling for Catholic Parents
May 10, 2026
35m 12s
117 - You Don’t Have to Homeschool Alone: Finding (or Building) Your Community- with Kim Hannon of TBHC Homeschool Convention
May 3, 2026
39m 31s
116 - Homeschooling Teens Is Hard (If You Hit the Flask Before Co-op… We Need to Talk)
Apr 26, 2026
26m 15s
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| Date | Episode | Description | Length | ||||||
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| 5/24/26 | *Replay* 97 How to Get Kids to Listen: A Catholic Homeschool Guide to Habits, Character & Cooperation | Many new or discerning homeschool parents share the same fear: “What if we butt heads all day?” In this episode, Maeve and Matt unpack real listener concerns and offer practical, Catholic-rooted solutions for cooperation, motivation, and peaceful homeschooling. They revisit the timeless wisdom of Charlotte Mason, explore what “first-time obedience” looks like (and why counting to three doesn’t work), and talk honestly about discipline—from biblical authority to gentle consequences to understa... | 22m 31s | ||||||
| 5/17/26 | 119 - Homeschooling High School Without Fear | Catholic College, Transcripts & Confidence with Jenni Cassidy and Helen Harrold | Homeschooling high school can feel intimidating — transcripts, SATs, AP classes, college admissions… suddenly the stakes feel higher and many homeschool moms begin to doubt themselves. In this deeply encouraging episode, Maeve sits down with Dumb Ox Learning founders Jenni Cassidy and Helen Harrold, two Catholic homeschool mothers who, between them, have homeschooled 14 children across the U.S. and Europe and successfully guided them into college, scholarships, and faithful adulthood. Togethe... | 37m 55s | ||||||
| 5/10/26 | 118 Catholic Truth, Civil War Reenactments & the Road to Emmaus | Homeschooling for Catholic Parents | In this episode of Homeschooling for Catholic Parents, Maeve and Mat share the exciting countdown to the launch of the new Catholic Homeschool Planner on the Feast of Our Lady of Fatima Feast Day — along with hilarious behind-the-scenes stories from the planner photo shoot, homeschooling life, and camping adventures in rural Florida. The conversation takes a deeper turn as they reflect on truth, integrity, and what it means to raise children who can stand firm in their faith and convictions. ... | 35m 12s | ||||||
| 5/3/26 | 117 - You Don’t Have to Homeschool Alone: Finding (or Building) Your Community- with Kim Hannon of TBHC Homeschool Convention | Homeschooling can feel isolating—but it was never meant to be done alone. In today’s episode, Maeve sits down with Kim Hannon, one of the founders of TBHC Group and the Tampa Bay Homeschool Conference, to talk about what it really looks like to build meaningful community as a homeschool family. From her early days as a “recovering public school teacher” to leading a thriving homeschool network serving hundreds of families, Kim shares how God grew something small into something powerful. If ... | 39m 31s | ||||||
| 4/26/26 | 116 - Homeschooling Teens Is Hard (If You Hit the Flask Before Co-op… We Need to Talk) | Ever feel like you’re doing things right… and still feel like the worst homeschool mom in the world? In this honest episode, Maeve and Mat share a very real parenting moment—from three basketball practices and a questionable haircut… to trying to pull their kids away from friends to watch a once-in-a-lifetime rocket launch. Spoiler: it did not go well. But what unfolds is something every parent needs to hear. From the now-infamous “flask before co-op” litmus test to a deeper conversation abou... | 26m 15s | ||||||
| 4/19/26 | 115 - From Resurrection Joy to Closet Tears: A Homeschool Mom’s Reality | After one of the most powerful Easters of her life—including a beach Mass, ocean baptisms, and joy unexplainable—Maeve finds herself just days later overwhelmed, discouraged, and hiding in her closet. In this deeply honest episode, she shares the reality of the spiritual life: the highs, the crashes, and the quiet work God is doing in both. If you’ve ever wondered why the hardest days seem to follow the holiest moments… this one will hit home. Isn't it hard to find Catholic friends?! I've got... | 26m 57s | ||||||
| 4/12/26 | 114- God, Multiply Me: Faith, Bioethics, and the Hidden Power of Motherhood | You don’t have to do it all—but you do have to know what matters. In this episode, I sit down with Catholic author, bioethicist, and homeschool mom Samantha Stevenson to talk about the questions shaping our homes—and our future. We dive into her powerful conversion story, the surprising path that led her to homeschooling, and why the everyday conversations you have with your children may matter more than any curriculum. We also tackle big topics like bioethics, emerging technologies, and tran... | 47m 40s | ||||||
| 4/5/26 | 114 - Pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet With Us (Powerful Promises Inside) | Press play and pray with us—this simple chaplet carries promises you don’t want to miss. In this episode, we slow down and step into something deeply simple… and deeply powerful. This week, my family gathered together to pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet—and we’re inviting you to join us. But before we press play, let’s talk about why this prayer matters. The Divine Mercy devotion was revealed to St. Faustina Kowalska, a humble Polish nun in the 1930s. Through her visions of Jesus, recorded in he... | 10m 35s | ||||||
| 3/29/26 | 113 - Make Holy Week Holy in Your Catholic Homeschool (Without Doing More) | Holy Week is the most important week in human history… And yet, it can pass like any other week in our homes. In today’s episode, Maeve shares how to slow down, step away from unnecessary pressure, and intentionally enter into the richness of this week with your children. This isn’t about doing more. It’s about making space for what matters most. 💛 In This Episode, You’ll Hear Why taking Holy Week off might be the most important decision you make Simple ways to bring the trad... | 28m 28s | ||||||
| 3/22/26 | 112 - Anxiety, Peace, and the Sacred Heart: Help for Homeschool Parents and Children. | What do you do when anxiety shows up in your homeschool day—whether it’s in you, your child, or the whole emotional atmosphere of the home? In this encouraging conversation, Maeve sits down with Catholic speaker, counselor, and author Catherine DiNuzzo to talk about what anxiety actually is, how to recognize it in ourselves and our kids, and how to respond with both practical wisdom and Catholic hope. They discuss “trickle-down anxiety,” how to help a spiraling child feel safe, the difference... | 49m 11s | ||||||
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| 3/15/26 | 111 - When Phonics Aren't Working: Hope for the Bright but Struggling Reader | If you have a child who is obviously bright but still struggling to read, this episode will feel like a deep breath. Maeve welcomes veteran educator Kathleen Alford to discuss children who do not fit the standard instructional mold, why phonics is not always enough, and what parents can do instead. You’ll hear practical strategies, compassionate insight, and a much-needed reminder: your child is not broken. Show Notes: In this episode, we mention: Kathleen Alford’s book: Say Goodbye to Dysl... | 36m 35s | ||||||
| 3/8/26 | 110 - Homeschoolers Aren’t Socialized?! Let’s Talk About It. | In this episode, Maeve and Matt tackle one of the most common questions homeschool families hear: But how will they be socialized? With humor, real-life stories, and a deeper look at what socialization actually means, they challenge the idea that classrooms are the gold standard for healthy human formation. From fire station field trips and community connections to awkward stereotypes about homeschool families, this conversation explores why children formed in the real world may be more confi... | 26m 11s | ||||||
| 3/1/26 | 109 - Homeschooling as a Team: Practical Ways to Engage the Working Parent | In this edition of Homeschooling for Catholics, Maeve and Matt tackle a challenge every homeschooling family knows too well: how to bring your spouse into the homeschool rhythm without resentment or burnout. We laugh about Ash Wednesday fasting fails (yes, peanut butter makes a cameo), explore why teamwork matters, and tease a few practical ideas like read-aloud rhythms, field trip bonding, and how having a “Principal” in the room can change your day. Whether you’re struggling to make it a ... | 25m 23s | ||||||
| 2/22/26 | 108 - When Your Child Walks Away: St. Monica, Cycles of History & Catholic Hope | Life is cyclical. History repeats. And sometimes… so do our parenting fears. In this vulnerable episode, Maeve shares her own “Confessions” — from SAT calculator panic and Florida’s Bright Futures scholarship pressure… to a much deeper confession about a child who has stepped away from the faith. Through the story of St. Monica and St. Augustine, the fall of Rome, and even a recurring lice invasion, we explore one powerful truth: God works in cycles. History teaches. Tears are nev... | 24m 40s | ||||||
| 2/15/26 | 107 - Simple Phonics Help for Homeschool Moms with Melanie Jeffrey-Teach Your Child to Read Without Tears | Teaching your child to read can feel overwhelming—even for experienced homeschool moms. In this encouraging conversation, Maeve sits down with former literacy teacher and phonics expert Melanie Jeffrey, host of Phonics Rules for Kids, to talk about why many children struggle with reading and how simple, clear phonics instruction can change everything. You’ll learn: The best age to begin phonics instructionHow to help beginning, emerging, and struggling readersSimple 15-minute daily acti... | 33m 47s | ||||||
| 2/8/26 | 106 - Gentle as Doves, Shrewd as Vipers: Parenting with Widsom | What does wise parenting look like in a modern world? In this episode, we talk about staying attentive without hovering, protecting your child’s sense of control, and why waiting for problems to appear is often too late. We share real-life stories, research-backed insights, and practical ways to stay engaged with your kids as they grow — without shaming, spying, or stepping on their independence. 📚 Recommended reading: The Self‑Driven Child – for understanding autonomy, stress, and motivation... | 27m 46s | ||||||
| 2/1/26 | 105 Critical Thinking, Catholic Truth, and the One Rule for AI in Your Homeschool | What does “critical thinking” actually look like in a Catholic homeschool? In this episode, Maeve and Matt unpack why critical thinking breaks down when we stop slowing down, questioning ourselves, and seeking truth with humility—and why Catholic families have a unique advantage when truth is the goal. Using a real-life conversation sparked by a “Friendly Defender Friday” question (“Do Catholics believe they alone possess the truth?”), they walk through how to help kids research, analyze Chur... | 28m 21s | ||||||
| 1/25/26 | 104 - Do Not Despise the Day of Small Things: Finding God in Ordinary Homeschool Moments | What if the most important parts of homeschooling aren’t the lessons you finish—but the moments you almost miss? In this episode, Maeve reflects on a simple prayer—“Lord, show me what’s important today”—and how God answered it through ordinary homeschool moments: a rare nap, a family heirloom quilt, a child’s honest question, and the quiet joy of watching children thrive. Drawing from Scripture, Catholic tradition, the wisdom of the saints, and Charlotte Mason’s educational philosophy, this e... | 18m 22s | ||||||
| 1/18/26 | 103 - 20 Ways to Reset the Moment on Hard Homeschool Days | Even the most beautiful homeschool days have a behind-the-scenes mess. In this episode, Maeve shares 20 practical, doable ways to reset the moment and turn around hard homeschool days—with faith, humor, and a healthy dose of realism (and maybe a little wine at the end). You’ll hear: Why praying in front of your kids mattersThe power of Holy Spirit hugs (yes, they’re a thing)Simple resets that work for preschoolers through high schoolWhy struggling doesn’t mean you’re failing—it means you’re ... | 21m 12s | ||||||
| 1/11/26 | 102 Raising Lifelong Learners in the Faith — 10 Catholic Homeschool Tools We Love | In this episode, Maeve and Mat share ten practical tools that have strengthened their Catholic homeschooling over the years — from faith-filled apps and saint resources to apologetics cards, family-friendly podcasts, and tech choices that support virtue. You’ll hear real-life stories from their home, how these tools have shaped their kids’ faith and confidence, and why small daily practices — like saint-of-the-day readings, friendly apologetics conversations, and intentional tech — can make a... | 18m 50s | ||||||
| 1/4/26 | **Replay** 62 - Struggling with CONSISTENCY? Add THIS to Your Homeschool Routine. | As we ring in 2026, this homeschool family is learning in nature while camping in Georgia. Please enjoy a replay of Homeschooling for Catholic Parents' most popular episode of all time. Thank you so much for tuning in each week. We appreciate you being here! Episode Notes (Replayed January 4, 2026) Originally published March 30, 2025 Are you worried about staying consistent in your homeschool? Dying to find the perfect routine that you'll stick to forever? It's a struggle fo... | 18m 01s | ||||||
| 12/21/25 | 100 - 40 Habits of Successful Families—and the 7 That Keep Kids Catholic | What does it actually mean to raise “successful” kids—and does success have anything to do with money? In this milestone 100th episode, Maeve and Matt walk through a popular Rich Habits Test for Parents, answering 40 questions with total transparency (no pretending, no parenting flexing). From screen time and food habits to gratitude, grit, and goal-setting, they score themselves honestly—and invite you to do the same. But here’s the twist: at the end of the test, they ask the question that m... | 35m 22s | ||||||
| 12/14/25 | 97 - How to Get Kids to Listen: A Catholic Homeschool Guide to Habits, Character & Cooperation | Many new or discerning homeschool parents share the same fear: “What if we butt heads all day?” In this episode, Maeve and Matt unpack real listener concerns and offer practical, Catholic-rooted solutions for cooperation, motivation, and peaceful homeschooling. They revisit the timeless wisdom of Charlotte Mason, explore what “first-time obedience” looks like (and why counting to three doesn’t work), and talk honestly about discipline—from biblical authority to gentle consequences to understa... | 21m 46s | ||||||
| 12/7/25 | 96 - 1000 Hours Outside: Ginny Yurich on Nature, Technology, and Trusting the Long Game (Part 2) | In Part 2 of Maeve’s rich and energizing conversation with 1000 Hours Outside founder Ginny Yurich, the wisdom keeps flowing. Ginny unpacks what it truly means to honor a child’s individual timeline, including her story of the daughter who became a certified personal trainer at 15—after years of slower reading and spelling progress that would’ve been labeled in a traditional system. They discuss why homeschooling lets you trust God’s design for each child, why biographies build resilience and... | 28m 37s | ||||||
| 12/3/25 | **BONUS** Episode - The One Advent Habit We Wish We’d Started Sooner | In this bonus Advent episode of Homeschooling for Catholic Parents, Maeve and Matt pop in with a ten-minute “Advent present” for you: one simple, golden piece of parenting advice that can make Christmas calmer and saner for years to come! They also share an update on their family’s Flame of Love Rosary tally for November, rejoicing that 19,070 souls were released from purgatory through prayer. Along the way, they explain what purgatory is (and what it isn’t), touch on 2 Maccabees and praying ... | 11m 29s | ||||||
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