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The Homeschool Connections Podcast

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Grab your coffee, hit play, and let's homeschool together!

𝐁𝐈𝐆 𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒: 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝟕 𝐢𝐬 𝐚𝐥𝐦𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐄—𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐚 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐡 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤, 𝐚 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮’𝐫𝐞 𝐠𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐋𝐎𝐕𝐄!

Say hello to The Homeschool Connections Podcast (formerly Homeschooling Saints)—your new Monday-morning must-listen! And leading the way? Our new host, ... more

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Latest Episodes

No scripts, no interviews. Just homeschool real talk.

In the debut episode of Kaitlin Unscripted, host Kaitlin Zara tackles one of the most common questions she hears from homeschool parents: Do I need a teaching degree to homeschool my children?

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What role should fathers play in a homeschooling family?

In this episode, Kaitlin sits down with Homeschool Connections co-founder Walter Crawford to discuss homeschooling from a dad’s perspective. Drawing on more than fifteen years of homeschooling... more

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What role do grandparents play in a homeschool family?

In this heartfelt episode, Kaitlin Zara sits down with Homeschool Connections co-founder and grandmother of eleven, Maureen Wittmann, to discuss the unique and beautiful ways grandparents can su... more

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Can your family really afford to homeschool in today’s economy?

In this episode, Kaitlin Zara sits down with Catholic financial coach and homeschooling mom Amanda Teixeira to talk honestly about the financial realities of homeschooling. From budgeti... more

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Recent Guests

Walter Crawford
Homeschool dad, co-founder of Homeschool Connections
Homeschool Connections
Episode: A Homeschool Dad’s Perspective: Why It’s Worth It | Ep 287
Amanda Teixeira
Co-founder with her husband of WalletWin; Catholic homeschooling mom
WalletWin
Episode: The Real Cost of Homeschooling—and How Families Make It Work | Ep 285
Emily Brown
Owner and CEO of Homeschool Better Together; life coach for homeschool moms
Homeschool Better Together; Happy, Holy Mama
Episode: Peaceful Homeschool Parenting: The Simple Shift That Changes Everything | Ep. 283
Jen Mackintosh Weaver
Speaker, blogger, homeschooling mom
Self-employed / Blogger
Episode: Charlotte Mason Homeschooling 101: What It Is (and What It Isn’t) | Ep. 282
Debbie Gaudino
Veteran homeschool mom and instructor at Homeschool Connections
Homeschool Connections
Episode: Should Your Child Learn Latin? The Surprising Benefits! | Ep. 281
Lindsay Carpenter
Homeschool educator and illustrator, founder of a Catholic homeschool co-op
Independent co-op founder
Episode: Starting a Homeschool Co-op Without Burning Out | Ep. 280
Kathleen Billings
National speaker, award-winning author, homeschool mom
Independent (Catholic homeschooling advocate)
Episode: How One Homeschool Mom Built a Thriving Catholic Community | Ep 279
Erika Ahern
Journalist and podcast host
CatholicVote (mentioned)
Episode: How (and Why) to Introduce Politics into Your Catholic Homeschool | Ep 278
Stephanie Weinert
Second generation homeschooling mom, wellness advocate
Episode: The Homeschool Mom’s Ultimate Morning Routine (Body, Mind, & Soul) | Ep 277

Host

Kaitlin Zara
Host of the show, a Catholic homeschooling mom bringing energy, encouragement, and practical faith-based guidance.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 42 ratings
  • I’m glad I found this podcast!

    Our family has been using HS Connections for about five years now, and we love it! I just discovered this podcast—thanks so much for sharing this content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rugbygirl12
    United States5 months ago
  • Great encouragement for parents

    I’m glad I rediscovered this podcast, thanks to my friend. Very helpful and encouraging for moms and dads. Looking forward to listening to all of the episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Howdymomma7
    United Statesa year ago
  • One of My Favorites!

    As a homeschooling mom of seven, I find this podcast enjoyable and full of so many tidbits to learn from. The wide variety of topics keeps it interesting and always from a deeply catholic perspective.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    B-ridgeM
    United States4 years ago
  • Uplifting support for Catholic homeschool moms.

    Love the positive outlook and encouragement I need as a homeschool mom trying to raise faith-filled children.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mwitty45
    United States7 years ago

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guests consistently bring real-world tips and relatable stories.
audience praise the focus on community and spiritual formation in learning.
episodes are encouraging for moms and dads managing large families.
listeners appreciate the faith-forward, practical guidance for Catholic homeschooling.

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#28
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The Real Cost of Homeschooling—and How Families Make It Work | Ep 285
Q: What are some of your favorite strategies for budgeting for these extras without going into debt?
Amanda outlines the need to budget monthly, prioritize categories (homeschooling first among them), and use a disciplined process to avoid debt, including practical tips like bulk buying, making staples at home, and planning with a long-term savings mindset.
Charlotte Mason Homeschooling 101: What It Is (and What It Isn’t) | Ep. 282
Q: What does an ordinary homeschool day look like using this method, and how do you avoid overwhelm?
An ordinary day starts with a morning basket of read-alouds or nature study, followed by short, varied lessons that emphasize narration and discussion. The day flexes to the child's age and season, with independent work and time for narrations, while maintaining strong relational connections and a focus on attention rather than perfect adherence to a rigid schedule.
Charlotte Mason Homeschooling 101: What It Is (and What It Isn’t) | Ep. 282
Q: Tell us a little bit about narration as you see it and how you use it in your home.
Narration is a classical method of assessment that focuses on what the child knows and can articulate back, using living books to encourage engagement and understanding. It replaces rigid testing with meaningful conversation and becomes a tool for building comprehension, attention, and independent thinking.
How One Homeschool Mom Built a Thriving Catholic Community | Ep 279
Q: Tell me about that move and what led you to Greenville.
The decision followed years of desiring a warmer, faith-centered place; after a snowy Chicago winter and many signs through prayer, we felt called to relocate to the Carolinas, bought land, and started using our home as a ministry hub.
Homeschooling a Large Family: Tips and Insights | Ep 275
Q: What about the mom who is pregnant or newly postpartum and finding it hard to manage?
Discernment is crucial; there are seasons of more co-ops or more classroom support, and homeschooling can adapt to those seasons. The emphasis remains on forming the family and keeping education as an integral, life-centered process.

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What is The Homeschool Connections Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This series centers Catholic homeschooling, practical parenting, and faith-led education. Episodes routinely cover curriculum selection, homeschooling strategies, family routines, and community-building within Catholic households. Guests tend to be experienced Catholic homeschooling parents, educators, authors, and practitioners who share actionable tips, personal stories, and faith-forward guidance. A standout pattern is the emphasis on relationship-based learning, small-batch co-ops, wellness, and creative subjects like photography or drama, all framed through a charitable, faith-centric lens. This mix makes it helpful for listeners seeking hands-on strategies, community resources, and encouragement to sustain a faith-filled home educatio... more

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1. Messy Family Podcast : Catholic Conversations on Marriage and Family
2. Catholic Sprouts: Daily Podcast for Catholic Kids
3. Homeschool Better Together
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1. Walter Crawford
2. Amanda Teixeira
3. Emily Brown
4. Jen Mackintosh Weaver
5. Debbie Gaudino
6. Lindsay Carpenter
7. Kathleen Billings
8. Erika Ahern

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