Why do my kids always fidget during school? Why am I always overstimulated by loud noises? Why does my house feel tense right now? Find out why...
Read MoreWhy do my kids always fidget during school? Why am I always overstimulated by loud noises? Why does my house feel tense right now? Find out why...
Read MoreFounding dean of CUA business school and Forbes contributing writer Dr. Andrew Abela promises that “super habits” are the secret to a successful—and happy— life
Read MoreWelcome to the month of October! This month we are celebrating the monthly virtue: FRIENDSHIP.
Read MoreThe group discusses their own progress reading The Iliad with their families; the benefit to seeing a time before Christ, and more...
Read MoreIn an age where the search for truth, beauty, and goodness can feel like an uphill battle, celebrating Hobbit Day offers a unique opportunity for families.
Read MoreMonsignor Shea spoke to Kolbe supporters and friends at the Leaders in Catholic Education event the night before 2024 commencement. Listen to his speak now...
Read MoreJake is now a professional artist and calligrapher. On today's episode, he shares the history of calligraphy and why it is so important...
Read MoreDr. Kuebler began his academic as an English major at Catholic University of America before transitioning to biology for his master's and doctoral degrees.
Read MoreLooking back on four years and more than 220 episodes of the Kolbecast since its relaunch in August 2020...
Read MoreWelcome to the beginning of the 2024-25 school year and the liturgical year of CHARITY!
Read MoreListen in as the group makes ready to set sail by defining terms, musing on the humanities in general, and drawing upon René Girard and his book The Scapegoat.
Read MoreDr. Kevin Majeres rejoins the Kolbecast for a discussion on anxiety: one of the most common, but also most misunderstood, emotions.
Read MoreThe high school years are formative as teenagers develop autonomy and independence in the world.
Read MoreWe are excited to welcome new teachers and staff for the 2024-2025 school year!
Read MoreDan Bielinski rejoins us on this special bonus episode to describe storytelling decisions and discussions related to his feature film, End of the Rope...
Read MoreWe’re all searching for something forgotten. Trae describes his search for reintroduction to reality through both foundational texts and sense experiences.
Read MoreJust enrolled? Considering enrolling? Returning but feeling overwhelmed? Today’s episode is for you.
Read MoreAs parents of five Kolbe alumni, Charlie and Dee-Dee Mihaliak have a wealth of experience with Kolbe and home education.
Read MoreAs we gather to celebrate the birth of our nation this Fourth of July, it’s a perfect opportunity to reflect on the values of faith, freedom, and family...
Read MoreOur 2024 commencement ceremony featured voices of experience ranging from new graduates and experienced teachers to ancient philosophers and modern novelists.
Read MoreWe live in unprecedented times—or do we? Can a classics degree set you back in the job hunt? What do you do when primary sources seem daunting?
Read MoreKolbe moms and advisors Krysten Pizzurro and Jennifer Thomas share the wisdom they’ve gained from their lived experience of homeschooling on base.
Read MoreExperienced Kolbe mom Deirdre Mundy joins us in this second half of a two-part conversation on the lessons and insights she’s gained from homeschooling...
Read MoreCurrent Kolbe students and brothers Jacob, Gabriel, and James visited today and shared about their day-to-day lives and experiences with Kolbe!
Read MoreThree Kolbe alumni share some of their favorite memories of homeschooling, providing words of encouragement and advice to current and prospective families!
Read MoreElyse Williams puts the day-to-day of homeschooling life into perspective of the bigger picture!
Read MoreMargaret Malek discusses identifying priorities, trusting God to multiply resources, and her family’s three big goals: love God, each other, and learning.
Read MoreKaiser discusses how he lives out his desire to love more like God loves while having a career, a job, and a vocation all at once.
Read MoreJacob Imam discuses how structural flaws in current higher education tend to cause an “ongoing adolescence” and more...
Read MoreAre you interested in learning more about Kolbe's classical curriculum? Take a listen for a deep dive into part of Kolbe’s curriculum...
Read MoreDeirdre shares reasons why her family chooses for traditional homeschool options and year-round school rather than online classes and summer breaks, and more...
Read MoreYou may be experiencing new anxiety about the future and a big question: “How do I apply to college as a homeschooled student?”
Read MoreMusic can be a kind of beauty that stretches your soul; the way that “classical” music can build stamina, attention, and the ability to sit with something new..
Read MoreIn the 200 episodes since we rebooted the Kolbecast, we’ve heard from a lot of significant voices...
Read MoreWelcome to May. This month we are celebrating the monthly virtue: Diligence
Read MoreWelcome to April. This month we are celebrating the monthly virtue: OBEDIENCE. Saying “yes” to the loving will of God and those He has set over us.
Read MoreIf you want to make boys into men, it requires a brotherhood of men to set a disciplined example.
Read MoreThe Shroud of Turin—a burial cloth evidencing Christ’s passion, death, and resurrection—has become a research focus for Dr. Gilbert Lavoie...
Read MoreChildren don’t come with instruction manuals, so having resources to help road map out various challenges can benefit everyone in a family...
Read MoreWelcome to March! This month we are celebrating the monthly virtue: TEMPERANCE: Enjoying things in a proper, balanced way
Read MoreToday’s episode demystifies the self-paced program and describes upcoming changes that will streamline and improve Kolbe’s asynchronous course offerings.
Read MoreBrothers Bobby and Dan Angel visit with Bonnie and Steven today about how the human soul is meant to be challenged toward greatness.
Read MoreTherese Prudlo and Catholic Art History Podcast Amanda Shepard speak about experiencing art and introducing it to children...
Read MoreErin & Michael O’Donnell share their experience with Kolbe, how they transitioned to college, and more...
Read MoreWith voices representing multiple stages of parenthood, the group’s discussion reflects the liturgical year and the practicalities of daily living.
Read MoreMike Aquilina joins the Kolbecast for a discussion about the pre- and post-Incarnation world.
Read MoreWhen I started classes at Franciscan in 2022, my transition from high school to college felt easy & smooth, because Kolbe had prepared me so well academically.
Read MoreWelcome to February! This month we are celebrating the monthly virtue: CHEERFULNESS: Looking on the bright side.
Read MoreTricia Kavanagh joins the Kolbecast from Ontario, Canada, to share her approach, insights, and outlook on both work and rest.
Read MoreSt. John Paul the Great had a great love for the integration of physical activities and virtues. That passion is built into Kolbe’s approach and curriculum...
Read MoreIn this episode, Dr. Kevin Majeres, Catholic psychiatrist and co-founder of Optimal Work, brings words of wisdom for the start of a new calendar year.
Read MoreBonnie, Steven, and Jordan talk about the apocalyptic side of Advent, share favorite Christmas and New Years family traditions, and more...
Read MoreHappy New Year! This month we are celebrating the monthly virtue: FIDELITY: Being faithful to promises and commitments.
Read MoreWith topics such as the discipline and work ethic required of both music and a Kolbe education and the formative music of folks’ teenage years...
Read MoreJosh Wattenbarger and Alyssa Wollums of The Pines Catholic Camp about the highs, lows, benefits, and burdens of the camping experience both at The Pines...
Read MoreAdvent is a time of active waiting, preparation, and reflection.
Read MoreImmerse yourself in the beauty and wonder of the Advent season with this free, downloadable coloring book.
Read MoreSherry explains how every baptized person receives at least one charism, how all the charisms are evangelizing and healing, and more...
Read MoreMay this season of thanksgiving bring you peace, joy, and an abundance of charity.
Read MoreLaura Roselli Insall and Christina Davin join us to talk about cooking, upcoming holidays, and kids in the kitchen.
Read MoreAnne DeSantis of the St. Raymond Nonnatus Foundation speaks on offering prayer, priestly consultation, and programs & events for families in crisis.
Read MoreStarting with a discussion of various Eastern rites of Catholicism, the group explores the blend of traditions throughout the Church and more!
Read MoreWelcome to the month of November! This month we are celebrating the monthly virtue: HUMILITY. Accepting your limitations and God-given talents.
Read MoreKatie Kimball shares her passion and expertise for collaboration among family members in feeding and nourishing a household.
Read MoreAlumnus of Kolbe and Yale University Alexi Sargeant joins the Kolbecast in this episode to discuss community and storytelling in the past, present, and future.
Read MoreWe describe the four classical temperaments, their long Catholic tradition, and their pragmatic applications for homeschooling families.
Read MoreUniversity of Dallas president Dr. Jonathan Sanford joins us in this episode to discuss how students flourish at UD.
Read MoreWelcome to the month of October! This month we are celebrating the monthly virtue: STUDIOUSNESS. Seeking knowledge to grow closer to truth.
Read MoreAnthony D’Ambrosio shares his special perspective on St. Max, which is based on his work developing the film Kolbe’s Passion.
Read MoreGood Catholic priests come from good Catholic men, and many good Catholic men begin as little boys with lots of energy.
Read MoreKeeping young minds wondering, active, and curious can sometimes feel like a struggle. Writer Philip Kosloski speaks about discerning our charisms and more!
Read MoreIn this episode, Jonathan and Amanda Teixeira of Wallet Win join the Kolbecast crew to discuss handling money virtuously.
Read MoreAs parents, you play a pivotal role in shaping your child's academic path, and we are excited to share an incredible opportunity!
Read MoreWelcome to the beginning of the 2023-24 school year and the liturgical year of HOPE!
Read MoreThrough this partnership, UD hopes to connect with Kolbe Academy students planning to continue their liberal arts education in college.
Read MoreAs the school year kicks off, English and Literature department teachers share insights and tips for helping students learn to put thoughts to paper.
Read MoreWe are excited to welcome new teachers and staff for the 2023-2024 school year!
Read MoreKolbe teachers educate their students, sure, but their bigger role is to help their students’ formation.
Read MoreSummer is winding down, the weather is beginning to get colder, and the days are getting shorter. It all points to one thing: it's almost time to begin school!
Read MoreMelissa Dee homeschool graduate, mother, and producer of the Saints Alive podcast joins the Kolbecast.
Read MoreCatholic licensed professional counselor Johanna Seagren shares the importance of emotions and the Interior Kingdom program.
Read MoreKolbe Academy and Franciscan University of Steubenville Announce New Online Partnership
Read MoreFrom Aristotle to agriculture, today’s episode highlights the expansion of experience and the experience of wonder available to families.
Read MoreThe group first discusses helping teenagers and newly 18-year-old offspring ease into adulthood.
Read MoreExperienced Kolbe parent Lindsey, mother to four sons between eleventh grade and kindergarten, shares the reasons behind her loyalty and enthusiasm today.
Read MoreOur three-part series on language study wraps with a delectable flourish and an insightful conversation...
Read MoreJordan and Maggie share their enthusiasm for and expertise in Latin: what drew them toward the language, the hidden benefits of learning it, and more!
Read MoreAs we approach the important occasion of the Fourth of July, we are reminded of the profound connection between our faith, our love for our country...
Read MoreFantasy is more important than most realize. In fact, with the push for real-world scenarios today, children are deprived of an opportunity that is essential.
Read MoreThe conversation broadens to include discussion on lifelong learning and the discoveries Agostina has made about the many and varied ways to learn at any age...
Read MoreNewly minted alumni, siblings, and parents shared their time and thoughts with us at graduation in Atlanta, Georgia on May 25, 2023.
Read MoreBelmont Abbey College and Kolbe Academy announce jointly today an exciting expansion of dual enrollment opportunities for high school students.
Read MoreBonnie, Jordan, Steven, and Bonnie’s sister Hope gather around one mic to describe and explore the experience of meeting to celebrate newly minted alumni.
Read MoreKolbe celebrated its class of 2023 in person in Atlanta, GA, on May 25, 2023. Listen to the student, faculty, and commencement addresses.
Read MoreDr. Sanford, President of the University of Dallas, delivers the Commencement Address to the Class of 2023.
Read MoreDr. Carl Hasler, Kolbe faculty member, gives the Faculty Address to the Class of 2023.
Read MorePeter Prudlo gives the Commencement 2023 Student Address.
Read MoreRead the Commencement 2023 Student Address by Ellen Foreman.
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