

Dwell
CiRCE Podcast Network
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 children, and dwelling at home such that we create a place where our families will flourish.Episodes will post 3 times each month and will consider a variety of topics related to motherhood, homeschooling, homemaking, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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Apr 2, 2024 • 38min
Talking Shakespeare with Tim McIntosh!
Listen as Renee and Karen chat with Tim McIntosh, actor, teacher, and podcaster, about his infectious love for Shakespeare. He share his favorite plays and movie adaptions and offers advice and resources for enjoying Shakespeare's plays with your family. You will be inspired to choose a play, assign characters, and jump right in! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 26, 2024 • 34min
Rediscovering Ancestral Skincare, with Lily Wilmoth
Join Renee and Karen as they chat with Lily Wilmoth, owner of the Hearth and Homestead Store, about her growing family business: the products they offer and how she manages a business and a busy homeschool/family life of four children and a fifth due soon! Check out her beautiful website at hearthandhomesteadstore.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 18, 2024 • 35min
Sara Osborne's new book: Reading for the Long Run
Listen in as Renee and Karen interview Sara Osborne about her new book called Reading for the Long Run: Leading Struggling Students into the Reading Life. Sara tells her story of teaching her son to read using the metaphor of training for a marathon to apply principles, habits, and strategies which over a period of years, did indeed enable him to cross the finish line and enjoy the reading life. This delightful memoir is not just for the mother of the struggling reader but for every mother and teacher who needs encouragement to press on in any area of difficulty. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 20, 2024 • 27min
Join Us in Reading Norms and Nobility!
Renee and Karen initiate a once a month discussion on Norms and Nobility, beginning with the good news that it is being re-published with a new edition at a lower price! In this episode they discuss the highlights of the preface and prologue and why Norms and Nobility is a helpful book for the homeschool mom navigating classical education. If you have already read it and want to re-visit it, or if you have been thinking of reading it and want to do it with friends, join us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 13, 2024 • 26min
Kids in Conflict!
Where there are two or more children, there is the inevitable and normal issue of sibling rivalry! Renee and Karen, having each raised 5 children, are sympathetic and while they don't have all the answers, they offer a few tips for handling conflict in your home and the hope that one day your children will grow up to be fast friends! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 6, 2024 • 39min
Buck Holler, Cowboy and Scholar!
In this episode, Buck Holler, Circe Apprenticeship head mentor and Latin scholar, tells the story of his journey from riding and competing in rodeos to learning and teaching Latin as a teacher in classical schools. He describes how training horses prepared him for teaching in the classroom, and reminds us that being outdoors in nature is formative to the souls of our children. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 16, 2024 • 36min
The Soul of Civility, with Alexandra Hudson
In this episode, Renee and Karen chat with Alexandra Hudson, author of The Soul of Civility, Timeless Principles to Heal Society and Ourselves.They discuss how civility, the respect for the personhood of others, can bridge our political and cultural divide; they explore the difference between politeness and civility; they explain how we can create cultures of civility at home. You will be inspired to seek the good life in community with others. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Jan 9, 2024 • 38min
Memory Work: Why, What, and How, with Katerina Kern Hamilton
Katerina Hamilton, expert in memorization techniques, discusses the significance of memorization for creativity and the benefits of memorizing good, true, and beautiful things. The curriculum proposal for grades seven to twelve and the importance of poetry in homeschooling are explored. Memory techniques, such as using memory palaces, are discussed as tools for enhancing learning and recall.

Jan 2, 2024 • 30min
Getting Through the January Slump
In this episode Renee and Karen offer five suggestions for getting through the January slump. The excitement of Christmas is past and the days can be long and grey, but with a little planning and intention you can make memories with your children and other families. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 19, 2023 • 37min
Favorite Christmas Books, with David Kern of Goldberry Books
Renee and Karen chat with Karen's son, David Kern, podcaster and owner of Goldberry Books, the best little bookstore around, about favorite Christmas books. They discuss the old favorites as well as recently published books for Advent and Christmas, titles you will want to explore! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


