Best Affordable Homeschooling Podcasts (2024)

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Affording College – HIRL Episode 126 (Replay) 40:22

16d ago40:22

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When our students hope to go to college, the perennial question remains: how in the world will they pay for it? We decided to return to the topic of affording college with College Prep Genius Jean Burk because we know she has valuable information to share. We think you’ll be encouraged and feel equipped as you help your college-bound student get th…

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The Unjust Criticism of Homeschool Parents 1:13:10

1h ago1:13:10

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In this talk, William C. Michael of the Classical Liberal Arts Academy addresses the growing issue of unjust criticism faced by homeschool families. Drawing from his extensive experience in education and classical studies, Mr. Michael debunks common misconceptions about homeschooling and highlights the virtues of this timeless and effective approac…

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40: The Legacy of Christmas Music: Songs That Have Inspired Joy for Centuries 7:24

1h ago7:24

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Click to send Gena a message! Welcome to Episode 40 of Music in Our Homeschool, where we explore the joyful essence of Christmas music! Hosted by Gena Mayo, a seasoned homeschooling mom of eight and a music teacher for over 30 years, this episode delves into the rich history and enchanting sounds of Christmas music that have resonated through centu…

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Making College Affordable with Peg Keough from College Aid Pro 43:47

6h ago43:47

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With the cost of college climbing every year, Julia sat down with Peg Keough, the Director of Education at College Aid Pro to learn more about the ways students and families can make college more affordable by making informed decisions about financial aid! __________________ Create your College Aid Pro free account: https://mycap.collegeaidpro.com/…

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College Admissions for Homeschool Families with Michele Evard and Holly Ramsey 30:10

6h ago30:10

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Julia is joined by Michele Evard and Holly Ramsey, the authors of College Unmazed: Your Guide to Design & Document Your Homeschool Journey, which helps homeschool families prepare for successful college applications to their dream universities. __________________ Go to https://www.collegeunmazed.com/homeschool and use code HOMESCHOOL10 for 10% disc…

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What Trump's New Political Appointees Are Telling Us

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Ryan McMaken and Tho Bishop examine the role that ideology and interest groups will have on Trump's administration and on his political appointees. Register for Educating for Liberty: Mises Circle in Tampa, Florida, on February 22, 2025: Anatomy of the State by Murray Rothbard: https://mises.org/Anatomy Get free copies of What Has Government Done t…

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21 Reasons for REAL Classical Catholic Education (#24111101) 1:29:01

8d ago1:29:01

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In this talk, Mr. William C. Michael of the Classical Liberal Arts Academy discusses the 21 reasons why REAL classical Catholic education is necessary. View list here: https://classicalliberalarts.com/blog/reasons-for-a-classical-catholic-education/ Mr. William C. Michael Classical Liberal Arts Academy mail@classicalliberalarts.com For more resourc…

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39: All About my New Music Composer Escape Rooms for Homeschools, Co-ops, and Classrooms to learn about 10 famous composers 8:51

3d ago8:51

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Click to send Gena a message! Join us in Episode 39 of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast with your host, Gena Mayo! This week, we dive into the exciting world of educational escape rooms designed specifically to enhance your homeschool music education. Despite battling laryngitis, Gena takes us through the captivating concept of composer escape r…

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How to Be the Head of Your Household (#24110802) 1:13:01

6d ago1:13:01

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In this talk, Mr. William C. Michael of the Classical Liberal Arts Academy discusses what it means to be the head of one's household and to do so in imitation of Christ, as St. Paul says one must. Please note that this talk is intended for married men only as it pertains their duty alone. ------- Mr. William C. Michael, O.P. Headmaster Classical Li…

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How to Homeschool All of Your Children Successfully (#24110801) 1:16:00

6d ago1:16:00

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In this talk, Mr. William C. Michael of the Classical Liberal Arts Academy warns of the common failures in homeschool and provides three simple keys that will allow parents to homeschool ALL of their children successfully. ------- Mr. William C. Michael, O.P. Headmaster Classical Liberal Arts Academy https://classicalliberalarts.com…

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How the Study of Classical Rhetoric Can Help in Modern Business 58:44

6d ago58:44

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Tertullian famously asked, "What does Athens have to do with Jerusalem?", suggesting that Christians had no need of philosophy. He, of course, ended up entangled with heresy. Modern men often ask a similar question, "What does the study of the classical liberal arts have to do with modern business?" In this talk, Mr. William C. Michael of the Class…

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Why The Rise In African American Homeschooling, Part 1 (Replay)

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The Rise of African American Homeschooling Last month, Fletch read an interesting article in The Washington Post called, Racism in Schools is Pushing More Black Families to Homeschool Their Children. The title alone was enough to get him interested, but in the article the writer discussed why there has been such a sharp rise in African American Hom…

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The Best Catholic Homeschool Program 34:07

7d ago34:07

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Catholic homeschooling parents undertake nothing short of heroic work when they choose to educate their children privately. Most are motivated by the fear of the Lord and the sense of accountability they feel for the care of their children's bodies--and souls. Finding study materials and help to succeed in this work is difficult and the costs of su…

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A RESOURCE CATHOLICS CANNOT AFFORD NOT TO HAVE 34:07

7d ago34:07

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It's rare to find a resource that offers great value at very little cost. Making great value available at low cost to those who benefit from it requires careful planning, personal sacrifice and patience. The Classical Liberal Arts Academy's Student Plan is a great example of such a program. Offering students of all ages access to an accredited clas…

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College Admissions for STEM Programs 43:25

7d ago43:25

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Is your student applying to a STEM program and you need to know what to include? It's time to get into the world of admissions for STEM majors with our resident expert Christina! ________ Get a free consultation with Christina at March Consulting! Sign up for a test prep course with Julia at Higher Scores!…

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Applying to Military Academies and ROTC with Lisa Rielage 41:21

7d ago41:21

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Guest host Kat Clowes of March Consulting interviews military academy admissions expert Lisa Rielage from Admissions Decrypted! ______ Sign up for a free consultation with March Consulting! Check out Admissions Decrypted to work with Lisa! Explore the resources Lisa mentioned in the episode: Breaking Ice Breaking Glass by Sandra Stosz Service Acade…

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After Victory, Trump Faces Big Economic Problems

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Ryan and Tho talk about what Donald Trump must do if he wants to actually fix our mounting economic problems of stagnation, debt, and inflation. Register for Elections and the Economy: Do They Really Matter? in Fort Meyers, Florida, on November 9: Register for Educating for Liberty: Mises Circle in Tampa, Florida, on February 22, 2025: Anatomy of t…

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20 Books Every Catholic Should Study for Spiritual and Intellectual Growth 57:59

8d ago57:59

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Are you looking to deepen your faith and expand your understanding of Catholic teachings? In this video, William C. Michael, founder of the Classical Liberal Arts Academy, shares "20 Books Every Catholic Should Study"—a handpicked list of essential readings for anyone serious about enriching their spiritual and intellectual life. From the works of …

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No More Excuses for Catholics in America! 53:11

9d ago53:11

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Donald Trump won by a landslide. Republicans have taken control of the Senate. The House nearly has a Republican majority. The Supreme Court has a conservative majority. Political circumstances couldn't be better for Catholic Americans, but with this blessing comes great responsibility. In this video, William C. Michael of the Classical Liberal Art…

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The Surprisingly Uncontroversial Way We Saved $4,000 On Flights 11:26

9d ago11:26

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Check out World School Tools to find our favorite tools for transportation, housing, connectivity, free flights, insurance virtual mail, going digital, education, language and more! Catch up on our full-time travels on Facebook and see worldschooling in action! Want more? Join Worldschool Money, a community of worldschoolers working towards indepen…

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Should We Believe ”Science”? An Objection to Modern Catholic Teaching (#24110401) 1:06:51

9d ago1:06:51

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Mr. William C. Michael Classical Liberal Arts Academy mail@classicalliberalarts.com For more resources from the Classical Liberal Arts Academy, visit: https://classicalliberalarts.com Note: Videos for students in the Academy Study Center do not include ads or links to other videos.By William C. Michael

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38: Singing the Psalms in your Homeschool: An interview with Amy Sloan of Humility and Doxology 18:10

10d ago18:10

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Click to send Gena a message! Welcome to the Music in Our Homeschool Podcast, your go-to resource for integrating a high-quality music education into your homeschooling journey. Whether you're a seasoned homeschooler or just starting out, host Gena Mayo—a homeschooling mom of eight and a music teacher with over 30 years of experience—brings you ins…

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How Louisa Funds Worldschooling On Her Own Terms 51:26

11d ago51:26

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In today’s Money Monday episode, I chat with Louisa Andrea, whose abundance mindset has taken her worldschooling dream to new heights, allowing her to share her love of Egypt with the worldschooling community while also supporting Indigenous communities there! To connect with Louisa about her Egyptian adventures, feel free to message her on Faceboo…

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Why Homeschools Fail and How to Avoid It (#24101201) 49:13

16d ago49:13

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In this talk, Mr. William C. Michael of the Classical Liberal Arts Academy explans why homeschools commonly fail and how parents can avoid making the same mistakes many others make. Mr. William C. Michael, O.P. Classical Liberal Arts Academy https://classicalliberalarts.omBy William C. Michael

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HOW MOTHERS CAN TEACH THEIR CHILDREN GOOD MANNERS 1:06:21

14d ago1:06:21

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In this talk, Mr. William C. Michael, a homeschooling Catholic father of 10 children, explains how mothers can (and need to) teach their children good manners. +++++++ Mr. William C. Michael, O.P. Classical Liberal Arts Academy https://classicalliberalarts.comBy William C. Michael

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How We Celebrated Malaki's Birthday 7:24

13d ago7:24

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Check out World School Tools to find our favorite tools for transportation, housing, connectivity, free flights, insurance virtual mail, going digital, education, language and more! Catch up on our full-time travels on Facebook and see worldschooling in action! Want more? Join Worldschool Money, a community of worldschoolers working towards indepen…

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What Will You Do When Kamala (or Trump) Wins?

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On this episode of Radio Rothbard, Ryan McMaken and Tho Bishop talk about the possibilities after next week's election. What should we expect from a Harris Administration? What could happen with Trump 2.0? What actually matters? "The Establishment Media Is Unaware of Its Growing Irrelevance" by Connor O'Keeffe: https://mises.org/RR_211_A "Trump’s L…

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Beyond the Stereotypes: Asia Part 2 12:43

20d ago12:43

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Visit Beyond the Stereotypes Asia E2? to read the script and find links for this episode. Check out World School Tools to find our favorite tools for transportation, housing, connectivity, free flights, insurance virtual mail, going digital, education, language and more! Catch up on our full-time travels on Facebook and see worldschooling in action…

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How We Got Free(ish) Flights to Germany & The Philippines 5:46

17d ago5:46

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Check out World School Tools to find our favorite tools for transportation, housing, connectivity, free flights, insurance virtual mail, going digital, education, language and more! Catch up on our full-time travels on Facebook and see worldschooling in action! Want more? Join Worldschool Money, a community of worldschoolers working towards indepen…

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37: How do Music and Math Relate: Help Your Homeschooler Learn about Note Ratios, Tempo, Beats Per Minute, Intervals, and Pythagorean Tuning! 9:05

17d ago9:05

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Click to send Gena a message! Welcome to the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, your ultimate resource for integrating a rich and affordable music education into your homeschooling journey. Hosted by Gena Mayo, a homeschooling mom of 8 and an experienced music teacher, our podcast delves into the profound connections between music and math. Today, we…

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How Danielle Made Worldschooling Affordable 1:00:41

18d ago1:00:41

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Welcome to our first Money Monday! In this episode, I talk with Danielle Vandehei, an Independent Travel Agent and full-time traveler living life by boat. You can get in contact with Danielle regarding her Tanzania or Zanzabar adventures by messaging her on Facebook. Check out World School Tools to find our favorite tools for transportation, housin…

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Choosing a College Major 30:00

20d ago30:00

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Working on college applications and not sure which major to choose? Will your application even be impacted by which program you're applying to? In short, yes! Join us for this episode as we get into the weeds on how and why to choose a college major before submitting your applications. ___________ For help with all of your major-related questions, …

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THE DUTY & DISCIPLINE OF STUDY

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+++++++ Mr. William C. Michael, O.P. Headmaster Classical Liberal Arts Academy https://classicalliberalarts.com Phone: (704) 776-4250 Email: mail@classicalliberalarts.comBy William C. Michael

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Playing With Fire and Its Critics

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On this episode of Radio Rothbard, Jonathan Newman joins Ryan McMaken and Tho Bishop to discuss the Mises Institute’s new documentary, Playing With Fire: Money, Banking, and the Federal Reserve, and respond to some friendly critics about the continuing importance of Austrian Business Cycle Theory in the modern financial world. "A Modest Proposal to…

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HomeschoolingIRL Episode 3: Homeschooling, Halloween and Harry Potter 1:37:50

25d ago1:37:50

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Homeschooling, Halloween, and Harry Potter Homeschooling, Halloween, and Harry Potter? Are we nuts? Well, yes, but that didn’t stop us from tackling two hot-potato topics that homeschoolers traditionally love to argue over. You, too? In this episode, replayed in honor of the Ultimate Homeschool Podcast’s 11th Birthday and sponsor, Fletch and Kendra…

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Job’s Not Finished Until The Paperwork Is Done 12:14

23d ago12:14

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Check out World School Tools to find our favorite tools for transportation, housing, connectivity, free flights, insurance virtual mail, going digital, education, language and more! Catch up on our full-time travels on Facebook and see worldschooling in action! Want more? Join Worldschool Money, a community of worldschoolers working towards indepen…

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Worldschooling With No Physical Address 10:00

25d ago10:00

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Check out World School Tools to find our favorite tools for transportation, housing, connectivity, free flights, insurance virtual mail, going digital, education, language and more! Catch up on our full-time travels on Facebook and see worldschooling in action! Want more? Join Worldschool Money, a community of worldschoolers working towards indepen…

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BONUS EPISODE: The Truth About School Choice with Carolyn Martin 26:39

24d ago26:39

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Got Questions? Submit your Homeschooling Questions HERE and Jenny will answer them in her new series "Ask Jenny", coming 2025. In this episode, join Jenny Hedrick and Carolyn Martin as they dive into the topic of school choice and what it means for homeschoolers nationwide. Carolyn takes a closer look at Colorado's Amendment 80, breaking it down to…

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36: 6 Techniques Composers Use to Create Spine-Tingling Scary Music for homeschoolers to learn 16:01

24d ago16:01

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Click to send Gena a message! In this episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, host Gena Mayo delves into the eerie world of scary classical music and the techniques composers use to evoke fear and suspense. Perfect for Halloween (or anytime!), we explore 35 spine-chilling classical pieces available on a Spotify playlist curated for homescho…

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Beyond the Stereotypes: Asia 22:23

29d ago22:23

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Visit Beyond the Stereotypes Asia E1? to read the script and find links for this episode. Check out World School Tools to find our favorite tools for transportation, housing, connectivity, free flights, insurance virtual mail, going digital, education, language and more! Catch up on our full-time travels on Facebook and see worldschooling in action…

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Special Replay! Homeschooling Will Save Your Kids, HIRL 32:06

1M ago32:06

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Homeschooling Will Save Your Kids? Most of us won’t say outright that we think homeschooling will save our kids, but many of us pack this idea in the back of our minds: if we only do it right, our kids will turn out to be good, godly adults. Is that true? Can we trust that homeschooling will save your kids? On this episode, we share our own homesch…

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Americans Don't Owe Eastern Europe Anything

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Ryan, Tho, and Zach Yost talk about some recent efforts by Polish lobbyists to shame Americans into spending more treasure (and maybe also American lives) on waging wars for Eastern European states. "Europe's Interests and Ours" by Zachary Yost: https://mises.org/RR_209_A Anatomy of the State by Murray Rothbard: https://mises.org/Anatomy Get free c…

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Ep. 16: Homeschooling Kids with Dyslexia with Megan Estes 41:09

1M ago41:09

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Do you have homeschooling questions? Submit them HERE to be answered in an upcoming episode, in a new segment, "Ask Jenny". In this episode of the Super Simple Homeschool podcast, I’m joined by Megan Estes, host of the Only Love Today podcast. Megan is an outgoing, recovering perfectionist with a heart for connecting and encouraging moms in their w…

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Why It’s Important to Check In With Your Kids 5:47

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Check out World School Tools to find our favorite tools for transportation, housing, connectivity, free flights, insurance virtual mail, going digital, education, language and more! Catch up on our full-time travels on Facebook and see worldschooling in action! Want more? Join Worldschool Money, a community of worldschoolers working towards indepen…

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Catholics Need to Learn to Think Outside the Box

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Can Catholic education be reformed or is it impossible? Should we wait for the collapse of modern education, or are good options available to us today? In this talk, Mr. William C. Michael, headmaster of the Classical Liberal Arts Academy discusses the real cause of the problem of expensive modern education and how Catholics can avoid it and enjoy …

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College Admissions Road Map 43:00

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35: Ten Reasons Bass Guitar Should be the Next Instrument Your Homeschooled Student Learns music education for the homeschooling family with Bass Guitar Time with Caleb online course 11:26

1M ago11:26

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Click to send Gena a message! Welcome to another enlightening episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, hosted by the passionate and experienced Gena Mayo. This episode, titled "10 Reasons Bass Guitar Should Be the Next Instrument Your Student Learns," is an essential listen for any homeschooling parent considering integrating a new musical i…

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What Would You Tell Parents Afraid to Start Worldschooling? 18:50

1M ago18:50

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Visit What Would You Tell Parents Afraid to Start Worldschooling E2? to read the script and find links for this episode. Check out World School Tools to find our favorite tools for transportation, housing, connectivity, free flights, insurance virtual mail, going digital, education, language and more! Catch up on our full-time travels on Facebook a…

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Improving Men’s Intellectual Culture

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Mr. William C. Michael Classical Liberal Arts Academy mail@classicalliberalarts.com For more resources from the Classical Liberal Arts Academy, visit: https://classicalliberalarts.com Note: Videos for students in the Academy Study Center do not include ads or links to other videos.By William C. Michael

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I Love Homeschooling But I Hate Teaching Math – HIRL Episode 31 42:36

1M ago42:36

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Hate math? And I hate teaching science. And writing. Or . . . Let’s get real homeschoolers. Most of us have at least one subject we don’t enjoy teaching. What? That is difficult to justify when we are the ones in charge of teaching all the subjects. So what is a homeschooling parent supposed to do when there are core subjects that must be covered, …

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