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Psalm 37:3 says "trust in the Lord and do good, dwell in the land and cultivate faithfulness."

In this new podcast for moms from the CiRCE Podcast Network, Emily Hill, Renee Mathis, and Karen Kern will explore what it means to dwell in our homes—that place where God has called us to do good. They will discuss dwelling with others in relationship, dwelling in wisdom as we seek to educate our child... more

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We all want to be hospitable: to welcome friends, new and old, into our homes for delicious meals and conversation. But with the busyness of our lives, hospitality can be neglected, even with the best intentions. Renee and Karen offer ideas for easy ... more

If you are a new homeschooler with a 4 or 5-year-old and maybe a toddler and baby in tow, you may be feeling excited or terrified or both. Renee and Karen offer tips to help you get started regarding expectations, curriculum (maybe none is needed!), ... more

In this episode, Renee and Karen talk with Jennifer Degani about homeschooling on the road with their four kids and two pets. For the majority of the school year, they travel for work, living in various states and making each place feel like home whi... more

Listen as Renee and Karen recap the summer conference: A Contemplation of Revolution. They chat about what makes this conference so special—the community of old and new friends, the contemplation of ideas together, the culinary delights for body and ... more

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Recent Guests

Jennifer Degani
Homeschooling parent traveling with family
Family traveling homeschooling household
Episode: Road-schooling with Guest, Jennifer Degani
Andrea Lipinski
Guest, CiRCE Institute apprenticeship program head mentor (West Coast)
CiRCE Institute
Episode: On the Care and Keeping of Boys
Andrew Kern
Founder of CiRCE, educator, author
CiRCE Education
Episode: Dwell Webinar—The Keys to Teaching Language in the Elementary Years: Narration and Dictation
Rachel Woodham
Homeschool mom from Tallahassee, Florida; author of Let There Be Play
Self-published author; CiRCE collaborator
Episode: Let There Be Play!
Mark Signorelli
Longtime educator, classical educator and author
Author of Things Glorious and Ruinous; CiRCE Press author
Episode: Introducing a new book on classical education: Things Glorious and Ruinous
Suzy Laskey
Farmer from Michigan with a family milk cow and homestead
Independent farmer
Episode: Have You Dreamed of Homesteading?
Kimberly Farley
With CLT, focuses on CLT testing and outreach
Classic Learning Test (CLT)
Episode: Check out CLT!
Vanessa Priestner
Labor and delivery nurse, classical teacher, homeschool mom
Priestner family (labour and delivery nurse; apprenticeship graduate) / Northwest Arkansas
Episode: Support for those Postpartum Days
Amanda Kenter
Guest talking about homeschooling and sports
Northwest Arkansas, CiRCE apprenticeship 2024
Episode: Sign Them Up! Sports and the Homeschool Family

Hosts

Renee Mathis
Co-host of the show; CiRCE Institute affiliate; frequent contributor and educator within the home-education sphere
Karen Kern
Co-host of the show; educator and author in CiRCE network; frequent collaborator on homeschooling and classical education topics

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 40 ratings
  • Calming and comforting

    I really enjoy this calming classical homeschool podcast. I love hearing from homeschool grandmothers who have a perspective from the finish line!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lilfarmer3235
    United States2 years ago
  • Uses and Ad Network

    I used to like listening to this podcast until they began utilizing advertisements from random advertisers at the beginning of every episode. I don’t have a problem with podcasts doing their own ads or sharing their sponsorship, but this feels super cheap and cheapens the Circe brand/podcast network. Really McDonalds ads?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    A_April20
    United States3 years ago
  • Great ideas, can you post resources?

    Hello! I’m so thankful to have found your podcast! Just listened to morning rituals and thought it was great! Could you please share some poetry books to use in your morning routine and are there charlotte mason art books? I’m new to homeschooling and would love any help you could give! Thanks so much!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    DavidTofilon
    United States4 years ago
  • So thankful I found Dwell!

    I love listening to this inspiring, uplifting podcast. I just discovered it, and have shared it with my CM friends. So much practical and godly wisdom from women in different stages of their homemaking/homeschooling journey. I am so thankful I found Dwell!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jslm2006
    United States5 years ago
  • So thankful I found Dwell!

    I love listening to this inspiring, uplifting podcast. I just discovered it, and have shared it with my CM friends. So much practical and godly wisdom from women in different stages of their homemaking/homeschooling journey. I am so thankful I found Dwell!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jslm2006
    United States5 years ago

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Many find the discussions uplifting, faith-informed, and helpful for long-term home education planning.
Calming and comforting; listeners value the warm, supportive tone and the perspective of experienced homeschooling grandmothers.
Listeners praise actionable tips, especially for beginners in homeschooling and for building family routines.
Some listeners feel ads at the start are off-brand but appreciate the hosting quality and practical guidance.

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On the Care and Keeping of Boys
Q: Did you ever experience that age-related struggle where they resist studying or push back against homeschooling?
Andrea notes that early homeschooling dynamics can strain mother-child relations, so she diversified instruction by bringing in other teachers and mentors to give them different leadership voices and reduce friction, especially during high school.
On the Care and Keeping of Boys
Q: Did you require them to go all the way to Eagle Scout, or did you let them pursue it at their own pace?
She describes both sons earning Eagle at their own pace, with strong support systems and multiple leadership figures, emphasizing that achievements were guided but not forced, and that each son followed his own path.
On the Care and Keeping of Boys
Q: Here's a question that comes to mind right away: how does that make you feel being your sons' adventuresome, high-risk pursuing children?
Andrea explains that she balances pride and concern by recognizing their gifts and training them to be responsible, ensuring safety through support from mentors and structured preparation, while maintaining faith-centered guidance and clear expectations.
Dwell Webinar—The Keys to Teaching Language in the Elementary Years: Narration and Dictation
Q: Is narration in one's own words or verbatim? Are we asking for verbatim or-
Narration is usually in one's own words, with verbatim repetition acceptable but not required; the emphasis is on meaning and sense-making rather than exact replication.
Dwell Webinar—The Keys to Teaching Language in the Elementary Years: Narration and Dictation
Q: Can I jump in with something? So I think that the length of the narrations and the length of the dictations are really appropriate to levels, grades one and two about, and the content.
The hosts explain that pacing should fit the child's readiness, with level-based progression and teacher discretion to adjust as needed.

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What is Dwell about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Dwell centers on practical, faith-forward homemaking and homeschooling for moms, exploring how to cultivate a flourishing home life through relationships, wisdom in education, and daily rhythms. Episodes touch on parenting challenges, classroom strategies, conference and event experiences, and language arts through classical education, often filtering topics through faith, family cohesion, and community. A standout angle is blending scholarly classical education with tangible at-home practices, plus guest expertise from educators and homeschooling veterans. Listeners can expect actionable tips for structuring family life, encouraging thoughtful study, and nurturing a home culture that values virtue and learning, all delivered with a warm, s... more

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1. Jennifer Degani
2. Andrea Lipinski
3. Andrew Kern
4. Rachel Woodham
5. Mark Signorelli
6. Suzy Laskey
7. Kimberly Farley
8. Vanessa Priestner

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