We were so excited to recently sit down for an exclusive Sam Sorbo interview about falling in love with “Hercules” actor Kevin Sorbo, her passion for homeschooling, and her powerful new faith-based film Miracle in East Texas.
Sam Sorbo is an education freedom advocate, actress, author, speaker, radio & podcast host, and homeschool mom. Her mission is to help parents and children break free from the limitations of the modern school system. Recognizing the brokenness of traditional education, she has dedicated her life to teaching families how to “educate… differently.”
Why Sam Sorbo Chose Homeschooling
Q: Sam, you’re a strong advocate for homeschooling. Why did you make this decision?
Homeschooling was the furthest thing from my mind, initially. My son attended first and second grade. But over the school year, I noticed changes in him and in our family dynamic. I recognized some problems in the classroom, too, about which the teachers seemed impotent.
I thought, while begging him to complete homework, “I’m homeschooling him anyway—just at the worst time of day, when we are both tired, cranky, and hungry!”
That’s when I realized: even if I failed at homeschooling, my son would still be better off. And that’s the truth—which is why no child should have to be stuck in a broken school system.
Sam Sorbo’s Children and School Experiences
Q: Have your children ever attended traditional school?
My two younger children attended kindergarten at our local public school. It seemed sweet at the time, but it had a lasting negative impact. My daughter recently shared that kindergarten was where she first believed she was “stupid” after being embarrassed in front of the class during sight-word reading.
That moment shaped how she viewed herself for years. And the teacher didn’t even realize the harm done. Experiences like this confirmed my belief that children thrive best outside of the institutional system.
The Current School Environment
Q: Do you believe schools today are pushing a woke agenda?
Of course, they are—it’s what they believe. Government schools are essentially churches of government, teaching children to rely on government as god. This creates generations of dependency, rather than resilience and faith. Parents must realize that sending children into this environment allows strangers to have greater influence than they, the parents, will.
Sam Sorbo: Actress and Love Story with Kevin Sorbo
Q: Can you share about your career as an actress and how you met Kevin Sorbo?
I began my career as a model in Paris before moving into acting in Los Angeles. I landed roles in TV and film and eventually joined Hercules: The Legendary Journeys, starring Kevin Sorbo.
Our first scene together was a romantic farewell kiss on a misty drawbridge. Kevin kept forgetting his lines, laughing at himself, and I thought he was unprofessional! But that was the first time he kissed me—and no one else has kissed me since.
Now, we produce films together, and our marriage is a true partnership. I handle producing details while Kevin directs, and we complement each other perfectly.
About Miracle in East Texas
Q: Tell us about your new movie, Miracle in East Texas.
It’s a tall tale inspired by the true story of the East Texas oil strike—the largest of its kind. We tell it as a comedy because the characters were larger than life.
The film has won awards at festivals including Best Romantic Comedy, Best Family Film, Best Drama, Best Director, and Best Actor. More importantly, its message is about redemption and forgiveness. As they say: “Every sinner has a future, and every saint has a past.”
We also created a free homeschool resource packet tied to the film. Education should be fun and family-focused, and homeschooling allows that freedom.
Faith, Hollywood, and Christian Identity
Q: Have you faced rejection in Hollywood for acting in faith-based films?
Kevin faced more of it than I did. His agent and manager both dropped him after he spoke openly about his faith. He says he’s like a “double leper”—Christian and Conservative.
As for me, I stopped acting when Kevin got sick during Hercules. I chose to care for him, and I’ve never regretted prioritizing family over career.
Q: Is there prejudice against Christians in Hollywood?
Absolutely. Many dislike Christianity because it exposes sin. Some are lost in cycles of regret and deny it through destructive behaviors. Others have simply been conditioned from a young age in schools to disdain Christianity.
But I also believe forgiveness can break through that darkness—something our culture desperately needs in this age of cancel culture.
Faith Journey
Q: Were you raised Christian?
I grew up in an atheist Jewish home but went searching for truth in my twenties. I found order in the universe, which led me to search for the Creator. Eventually, I found Him in church—or rather, He found me there.
Final Thoughts
Sam Sorbo hopes viewers leave Miracle in East Texas reminded of forgiveness, redemption, and the importance of strong families. She also encourages parents to explore homeschooling as a life-giving alternative to institutional education.
Sam Sorbo’s message is clear: Pray for those who persecute you. Forgiveness is the path to true freedom.
