Teaching Keating With Weston And Molly Kieschnick

Join us for a heartfelt and humorous exploration of love, relationships, and the changing landscape of romance in this episode of "Teaching Keating." In honor of Valentine's Day, we delve into: The Essence of Love: We discuss various definitions of love, from the commitment of one's will to the good of another to the classical Greek concepts of love - agape, eros, and philia. Love in the Digital Age: How has the way we find love changed with technology? We reflect on the stark contrast between traditional courtship and today's often immediate, physical-first approach to relationships. Teaching Love to the Next Generation: As parents, we explore how to guide our children through the complexities of modern dating, emphasizing the importance of all three types of love for a fulfilling relationship. Personal Anecdotes: We share our own journey into love, discussing deal-breakers, the evolution of personal preferences over time, and the lessons learned from our experiences. Navigating Deal Breakers: An honest con

Welcome back to "Teaching Keating," where we dissect the everyday cycles of life, inspired by this week's theme: Groundhog Day. In this episode, we explore: Repetition in Life: How the concept of living the same day over and over from the movie "Groundhog Day" relates to our habits and routines. Parenting and Personal Time: We share heartfelt stories of one-on-one time with our kids, from concerts to sports games, emphasizing the importance of individual bonding experiences. Self-Improvement: Reflect on what we want to keep doing and what we need to change. Molly discusses her commitment to fitness while we both talk about our desires to be more detached from less critical outcomes and to express pride more openly to the children we influence. Book and Music Recommendations: A light-hearted dive into our reading and musical tastes, highlighting the need for a "Book Sherpa" to guide us back to the joy of reading for pleasure. Family Time: Celebrating the quality moments spent together over the holiday break,

Welcome to another thought-provoking episode of "Teaching Keating," where Molly and Weston dive deep into the nuances of human behavior, focusing this week on the distinction between kindness and niceness. In this episode, we explore: Kind vs. Nice: Molly clarifies her personal philosophy, describing herself as kind but not necessarily nice, and why this distinction matters. Social Norms and Airports: A humorous yet insightful discussion on societal norms, particularly the chaos of airport etiquette. From deboarding planes to standing in line, we discuss when it's acceptable to be curt or confrontational. Protecting the Vulnerable: Hear Molly's passionate take on standing up for kids and the elderly, sharing personal anecdotes that showcase when to step in with a firm hand. Public Rudeness: How do you handle overt rudeness in public spaces? We recount experiences where rudeness was met with immediate feedback, exploring the ethics and outcomes of such interactions. Personal Accountability: A candid reflectio

Join hosts Molly and Weston in this week's Teaching Keating. In this episode, they explore the complex characters from "Wicked" and "The Wizard of Oz" to discuss their roles in various aspects of life. Connect with Us: Follow us for updates and more episodes. Share your thoughts in the comments below about your strategies for building habits rather than setting resolutions. Learn more at: westonkieschnick.com #TeachingKeating #MotivationVsDiscipline #NewYearsResolution #HabitFormation #ParentingTips #2025Goals About Weston and Molly: Weston is a former high school teacher and administrator who now works as a Senior Fellow with the International Center for Leadership in Education. His work as a keynoter and instructional coach has allowed him to learn alongside teachers and administrators from all 50 states and more than 30 countries around the world. Molly is a former elementary and middle school teacher who now works with teens and young adults in parochial education programs around Colorado. She and Westo

Join hosts Molly and Westing for an intriguing Teaching Keating. In this episode, they set up a playoff-style bracket to determine the most significant influences in our children's lives. This conversation dives deep into the dynamics of influence, from friends and teachers to media and family values.  Connect with Us: Follow us for updates and more episodes. Share your thoughts in the comments below about your strategies for building habits rather than setting resolutions. Learn more at: westonkieschnick.com #TeachingKeating #MotivationVsDiscipline #NewYearsResolution #HabitFormation #ParentingTips #2025Goals About Weston and Molly: Weston is a former high school teacher and administrator who now works as a Senior Fellow with the International Center for Leadership in Education. His work as a keynoter and instructional coach has allowed him to learn alongside teachers and administrators from all 50 states and more than 30 countries around the world. Molly is a former elementary and middle school teacher wh

Dive into the financial heart of family life with hosts Molly and Keating in this enlightening episode of Teaching Keating. We tackle one of the most sensitive subjects in any relationship: money. Connect with Us: Follow us for updates and more episodes. Share your thoughts in the comments below about your strategies for building habits rather than setting resolutions. Learn more at: westonkieschnick.com #TeachingKeating #MotivationVsDiscipline #NewYearsResolution #HabitFormation #ParentingTips #2025Goals About Weston and Molly: Weston is a former high school teacher and administrator who now works as a Senior Fellow with the International Center for Leadership in Education. His work as a keynoter and instructional coach has allowed him to learn alongside teachers and administrators from all 50 states and more than 30 countries around the world. Molly is a former elementary and middle school teacher who now works with teens and young adults in parochial education programs around Colorado. She and Weston are

Welcome to Teaching Keating! In this episode, we kick off 2025 and discuss New Year's resolutions, motivation, and the power of discipline. Connect with Us: Follow us for updates and more episodes. Share your thoughts in the comments below about your strategies for building habits rather than setting resolutions. Learn more at: westonkieschnick.com #TeachingKeating #MotivationVsDiscipline #NewYearsResolution #HabitFormation #ParentingTips #2025Goals About Weston and Molly: Weston is a former high school teacher and administrator who now works as a Senior Fellow with the International Center for Leadership in Education. His work as a keynoter and instructional coach has allowed him to learn alongside teachers and administrators from all 50 states and more than 30 countries around the world. Molly is a former elementary and middle school teacher who now works with teens and young adults in parochial education programs around Colorado. She and Weston are the parents of children who provide additional fodder fo

Molly and Weston talk AI, interpersonal skills, and what we're getting wrong about both on this week's episode!

Molly and Weston duke it out over the importance of being on time. Late people...why are you always late? Weston finally learns why on this episode of Teaching Keating!

On this week's episode we talk halftime shows, T Swift & T Kelce, and the relationship issues they don't even know are coming. What we wish our teachers taught us about marriage on this week's episode!

This week we talk about why the world seems so unhappy. Here are a few strategies we use when we're feeling anxious, fearful, and sad.

Molly and Weston discuss the state of their family, professions, kids, etc in 2023 and talk big plans for 2024. Here's a strategy we recommend for everyone this year!

We were asked a hard question last night by one of our kiddos. How we respond shapes how kids view the world and the people around them. Are we doing this right? Find out on this week's Teaching Keating!

On this week's episode, we debate the existence of aliens and discuss what is real and what is not when we think about how we see ourselves, how we reflect professionally, and what we believe about kids. Are you making the same mistakes over and over again?

Mo and Wes talk nuclear weapons, social media, AI, and debate the merits of innovation in our homes and schools on this week's episode.

We talk goals for our kids this school year, middle school jitters, and a crazy school start and end time!

Transition is kicking our ass. We talk about our two most recent parent fails, the incredible new Indiana Jones movie, and the lessons in education and parenting we are taking from Dr. Jones.

Molly and Weston talk Titanic, a sunken submarine, our worst nightmare being trapped underwater, and our coping mechanism for dealing with stress at home and at school. We laugh, Weston cries...it's a good one!

It's wedding season! Do schools teach you what to look for in a relationship? Are we teaching it at home? That and the top songs everyone needs to hear at a wedding on this week's episode!

Molly and Weston discuss some big life transitions, Molly's struggle to find joy in those transitions, and Weston's puppy-like outlook on the world.