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The New Mason Jar with Cindy Rollins

Cindy Rollins
Charlotte Mason
Homeschooling
Education
Parenting
Literature
Education Philosophy
Charlotte Mason Philosophy
Nature Study
Narration
Motherhood
Dante's Divine Comedy
Family Dynamics
Self-Education
Purgatorio
Educational Philosophy
Literary Ladies Book Club
Beyond Mere Motherhood
Classical Education
Military Families
American History

The New Mason Jar with Cindy Rollins explores the application of Charlotte Mason's philosophy to the atmosphere, discipline, and life of our homes and schools. We cover Charlotte's timeless principles as they work themselves out in our real and modern lives. Interviewing seasoned moms who have cherished Charlotte's works while raising real children in real families, we endeavor to lay a foundation... more

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• On this episode of The New Mason Jar Podcast, Cindy and Dawn are once again joined by their friend Heather Martin to talk about the unique considerations to take into account when homeschooling boys.

• How Heather and her husband started thinking ... more

• Today on The New Mason Jar Podcast, Cindy and Dawn chat with returning guest Denise Gaskins, veteran homeschool mother of 5, math coach, and author about her new book Charlotte Mason's Living Math

• Why did Denise finally write this book?

• How D... more

• In this episode of The New Mason Jar, Cindy and Dawn chat with AmblesideOnline moms Cheri Hall and Naomi Goegan about their children's experience with a long-lasting online community.

• How Cheri first discovered the philosophy of Charlotte Mason more

• For today's episode of The New Mason Jar, Cindy and Dawn welcome back Sheila Carroll of Living Books Press to discuss all things nature study.

• Why Sheila believes nature study to be so crucial to a Charlotte Mason education

• How the mother's i... more

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Recent Guests

Naomi Goegan
Auxiliary member of Ambleside Online curriculum; creator of Charlotte Mason resources
Ambleside Online / charlottemasoneducation.org
Episode: S10E143: AmblesideOnline Groups with Naomi Goegan and Cheri Hall
Cheri Hall
Mother and organizer of Ambleside Online discussion groups
Ambleside Online
Episode: S10E143: AmblesideOnline Groups with Naomi Goegan and Cheri Hall
Fiona Altschuler
Founder and Editor of St. Nicholas Magazine
St. Nicholas Magazine
Episode: S10E141: The New St. Nicholas Magazine with Fiona and Miranda Altschuler
Miranda Altschuler
Catholic homeschooling mother and contributor
St. Nicholas Magazine (associated work)
Episode: S10E141: The New St. Nicholas Magazine with Fiona and Miranda Altschuler
Rachel Kovac
Author and homeschooling advocate
Author of Their Future Is Shining Bright
Episode: S10E140: Helping High-Schoolers Shine with Rachel Kovac
Celeste Cruz
Executive Director, Charlotte Mason Educational Center (CMEC)
CMEC
Episode: S10E139: Charlotte Mason's Tools for History Study with Celeste Cruz
Amy Snell
Long-time Mason educator and co-founder/leader at CMEC
Charlotte Mason Educational Center (CMEC)
Episode: S10E138: Amy Snell on Studying History with Charlotte Mason
Joseph Loconte
Author, educator and filmmaker; director of the Rivendell Center in New York City
Rivendell Center; New College of Florida; Sagamore Institute; Trinity Forum
Episode: S10E137: Meet Dr. Benjamin Rush with Joseph Loconte
Stacy Halley
Charlotte Mason homeschooling mom of four
Independent homeschooler
Episode: S10E136: Homeschooling Through Hard Times with Stacy Halley

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Cindy Rollins
Host of The New Mason Jar

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 565 ratings
  • Fuel for my soul!

    So grateful for this podcast! Can’t. Stop. Listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JessLehman
    United States4 months ago
  • Delusional

    These women couldn’t critically think their way out of a paper bag. Absolutely WILD to publish a “HaPpY BirTHDay AmErIca” episode given the last two weeks… I just know they needed a safe space when Cracker Barrel changed their logo.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    RSEUPMDMI
    United States6 months ago
  • Encouraging!

    A wonderful, encouraging podcast! I love how honest Cindy is about motherhood and homeschooling. Highly recommend!

    Audible
    5
    Kimberly Matlock
    United States6 months ago
  • A wonderful, encouraging podcast! I love how honest Cindy is about motherhood and homeschooling. Highly recommend!

    Audible
    5
    Kimberly Matlock
    United States6 months ago
  • Long-time admirer

    Cindy and Dawn, you have refreshed my heart so many times. My deep thanks to you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hopkins fan
    United States8 months ago

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Some episodes have strong CM advocacy; listeners want balanced views but generally praise grounding in faith and community.
Many listeners highlight the value of interviews with educators and authors who connect history, literature, and faith to home education.
Listeners appreciate the warmth, practical tips, and seasoned perspective from veteran moms.
Critiques note some episodes feel narrow or defensive about CM and classical education contrasts.
Very encouraging and practical for CM homeschooling families.

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S11E144: Charlotte Mason's Living Math with Denise Gaskins
Q: How do you balance basics with creative thinking in math education?
Basics like counting are essential, but the emphasis should shift toward helping students see patterns and relations early on, so algebra and higher concepts emerge naturally from a foundation of big ideas and ongoing curiosity.
S11E144: Charlotte Mason's Living Math with Denise Gaskins
Q: What does a living math lesson look like in practice?
A living math lesson begins with a big question, invites students to explore patterns and relationships, uses discussion and storytelling (instead of filling worksheets), and gradually connects ideas to broader mathematical understanding.
S11E144: Charlotte Mason's Living Math with Denise Gaskins
Q: Can you explain how you approach teaching math from a Charlotte Mason perspective?
The approach centers on moving from “information” to “relations” and ideas, using open-ended questions, narration, and discussion rather than rote worksheets, so students actively engage with concepts and view math as living ideas.
S11E145: Preparing Boys for Manhood with Heather Martin
Q: So tell us a little bit about your family, Heather.
Heather introduces her husband's active role in outdoor leadership, describes their four sons and how responsibilities were distributed from a young age, and explains how this formed independence and leadership in the home.
S10E140: Helping High-Schoolers Shine with Rachel Kovac
Q: What are your thoughts on dual enrollment for homeschoolers?
Dual enrollment can be very beneficial, offering college credit and exposure to college life; it's not for everyone, but it's a strong option for college-bound students and can reduce debt and stress later.

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What is The New Mason Jar about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This long-running family-focused show explores how Charlotte Mason's principles can be lived at home and in schooling. Episodes center on practical application, atmosphere, and character-building through living books, narration, nature study, and community support, often featuring seasoned homeschooling moms who share hard-earned wisdom, tactics for crisis schooling, and hands-on activities such as handicraft fairs, music education, and book lists for patriotic celebrations. A recurring strength is approachable, mom-to-mom guidance that combines philosophy with doable steps, making it appealing to families, educators, and those curious about CM-inspired education.

Noteworthy strengths include a consistent emphasis on practical implementati... more

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2. Cheri Hall
3. Fiona Altschuler
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6. Celeste Cruz
7. Amy Snell
8. Joseph Loconte

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