Episode 14 – Dachelle McVey Talks about Learning with Living Literature

Episode 14 – Dachelle McVey Talks about Learning with Living Literature

If you have ever loved (or hated!) a book, this podcast episode is for you! Literature can be a joy and an educational experience rather than simply a necessary drudgery. Just ask Dachelle, mom of two homeschoolers and one homeschooling graduate, and owner of a literature curriculum company. Dachelle is not only entertaining and lively,…

Episode 14 – Dachelle McVey Talks about Learning with Living Literature

Episode 14 – Dachelle McVey Talks about Learning with Living Literature

If you have ever loved (or hated!) a book, this podcast episode is for you! Literature can be a joy and an educational experience rather than simply a necessary drudgery. Just ask Dachelle, mom of two homeschoolers and one homeschooling graduate, and owner of a literature curriculum company. Dachelle is not only entertaining and lively,…

Episode 13 – How to Use Art for Homeschool Enrichment with Tricia Hodges

Episode 13 – How to Use Art for Homeschool Enrichment with Tricia Hodges

If you feel that incorporating art into your homeschool is too messy and overwhelming, Tricia Hodges has the solution to your problem!  Not only is art just plain fun, many of us find that incorporating kinesthetic movement and including more of the senses can actually help meet the needs of different types of learning styles….

Episode 12 – Kay Chance Talks about Homeschooling Attitudes and Approaches

Episode 12 – Kay Chance Talks about Homeschooling Attitudes and Approaches

If you are struggling to find a groove in your homeschool, Kay Chance has wisdom and encouragement that will reignite your passion for homeschooling. Kay is the mom of two homeschool graduates, co-executive editor of Homeschooling Today magazine, and natural learning enthusiast. As a former public school teacher, Kay reveals her previously negative perceptions of…

Episode 11 – Joyful and Confident Homeschooling with Jamie Erickson

Episode 11 – Joyful and Confident Homeschooling with Jamie Erickson

In today’s times, many parents are finding themselves outside their comfort zone educating their children at home. In fact, many parents who purposefully chose to homeschool their children still struggle with doubt and concern about whether they have what it takes to homeschool well. In today’s podcast, Trish interviews Jamie Erickson, mom of five, self-proclaimed…

Episode 9 – Homeschooling Inspiration and Empowerment from Rachael Carman

Episode 9 – Homeschooling Inspiration and Empowerment from Rachael Carman

If you have ever felt inadequate to homeschool or just uninterested, join Trish as she interviews Rachael Carman, veteran homeschooling mom of seven, author at Apologia science, and creator of the new Word in Motion Bible curriculum. They discuss everything from butterflies to the Bible in a hilariously funny, truly sincere, and positively encouraging podcast….

Episode 8 – Rachael Yunis Talks about how Science is a way to discover our world

Episode 8 – Rachael Yunis Talks about how Science is a way to discover our world

Who couldn’t use some contagious enthusiasm these days?! To get your dose, dive in to this podcast where Trish interviews Rachael Yunis, veteran homeschooling mom of three, science and math lover, and curriculum writer for Apologia. Rachael gives practical and perhaps surprising advice for homeschoolers. Enjoy Rachael’s down-to-Earth attitude as she offers support, encouragement, and…

Episode 7 – Durenda Wilson Discusses Healthy, Happy Homeschool Families

Episode 7 – Durenda Wilson Discusses Healthy, Happy Homeschool Families

Homeschooling a large family is like taking a bus ride! Just ask Durenda Wilson, a popular writer, encouraging speaker, and the homeschooling mom of eight. Join us to hear about Durenda’s belief in being the expert on your own children, her emphasis on flexible routines, and how fostering strong sibling relationships can all improve the…

Episode 6  – Methods and Mindsets for Making Homeschool Math Interesting and Engaging with Kathryn Gomes

Episode 6 – Methods and Mindsets for Making Homeschool Math Interesting and Engaging with Kathryn Gomes

Math! We all need it. A few of us love it, many of us tolerate it, and some of us despise it. In today’s podcast, we have an interesting and insightful conversation with author and speaker Kathryn Gomes. Kathryn is the author of Apologia’s elementary math curriculum and second-generation homeschooling mother of three who surprised…

Episode 5  – How to Simplify your Schedule, Reach Your Goals, and Happily Home Educate a Large Family with April Lesh

Episode 5 – How to Simplify your Schedule, Reach Your Goals, and Happily Home Educate a Large Family with April Lesh

Homeschooling offers so many opportunities of which no other type of education can boast. April Lesh is a homeschooling mom of 8 (soon to be 9), whose husband is the general manager of the Apologia company. Join us as April offers tips in today’s podcast that will encourage and assist not only large families but…

Episode 4  – Rachel Lance, Insights and Motivation from a New-to-Homeschooling Mom

Episode 4 – Rachel Lance, Insights and Motivation from a New-to-Homeschooling Mom

Homeschooling is a challenge and an adventure. Join us as we interview Rachel Lance, a mom of two who was thrown into homeschooling during a pandemic while working full time and obtaining a graduate degree. In this podcast you’ll hear Rachel’s thoughts on homeschooling during a pandemic, the desire to be near family during uncertain…

Episode 3  – Taking Back our Nation with Heidi St. John

Episode 3 – Taking Back our Nation with Heidi St. John

Our nation and our rights as homeschoolers are worth fighting for! Join us as we talk to Christian wife, homeschooling mom of seven, self-described Constitutionalist, author, and public speaker Heidi St. John. She tells us how her natural leadership skills unexpectedly led to public speaking and authorship, opens up about her willingness to discuss unpopular…