Homeschool Conversations

Do you want to love homeschooling, but you just…don't? Is your student bored? If you're lacking ideas for inspiring your students to love learning or if you're finding it difficult not to "bring public school home," you need to meet Michelle Moody! Michelle is the owner of The Homeschool Scientist, former classroom and homeschool teacher, and believer in interest-led learning. Michelle shares her...

Think you have to be an "expert" to offer great homeschooling advice? If so, you need to meet Courtney Brasfield! She's a Hip Homeschool Moms group member, a fellow traveler with Hip Homeschool Road Trips, mom of multiples, and homeschooling mom who loves the freedom of homeschooling. If you're a new homeschooling mom or are considering trying it, Courtney's words of wisdom will leave you ready to...

Do you wonder if homeschooling is right for your family? Are you already homeschooling and you're tired of defending that decision? Maybe you just need a reminder that homeschooling is worth the time and effort. If you're considering classical homeschooling, you'll find helpful information as well. Whatever your situation, Katie J. Trent has words of wisdom for you! Katie is a homeschooling mom of...

We've all felt it…the feeling that we need to do more, be more, cram more things into our homeschool day. Is it possible to achieve great things in our homeschools without working too hard or doing too much? Tricia Goyer gives her hard-earned insights on concepts such as these (and so many more) in this encouraging, interesting, and uplifting interview. Tricia is a homeschooling mom of over 27 yea...

We know you're out there! You parents who have a desire to get your autistic child out of the public school system and bring them home to homeschool. You've been told, just as Penny Rogers was, that homeschooling is not an option for children with special needs. If this is your situation, then sit down with a warm cup of coffee (or tea!) and enjoy the uplifting discussion between Trish and Penny a...

Homeschooling offers wonderful flexibility and freedom, but getting started each day and covering everything can be challenging and stressful. Join Trish Corlew as she interviews Pam Barnhill, author, speaker, and veteran homeschooling mom. Pam is the creator of Your Morning Basket – a program that helps homeschoolers incorporate subjects and projects that typically fall outside of the "3 Rs" but...

If you're a free spirit who wants to homeschool (or you already homeschool and you want some support or just want confirmation that you're on the right track), you've come to the right podcast episode! Julie Polanco is an unschooling mom of four, six-time author, and Master Herbalist whose journey will inspire you to seek the fun and flexibility you desire in your homeschool. You may be surprised...

This podcast will inspire tired homeschooling parents to revisit the joy they held as they began their homeschooling journey while leaving behind any former doubt. New homeschoolers will get a front seat view of how beneficial homeschooling can be in so many ways...including socialization! You will be inspired and uplifted as you listen. Grab a cup of coffee (or tea!) and prepare to feel like you'...

If you feel that incorporating art into your homeschool is too messy and overwhelming, Tricia Hodges has the solution to your problem! Join us as Tricia discusses how finding subjects that all of your students can do together can be challenging, but art is one way to bring everyone together to create homeschooling memories that you will cherish.

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 homeschooling and explains what ch...

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 unlikely homeschooler, and author...

Whether you're a new or experienced homeschooler, in Trish's interview with Jeannie Fulbright you'll find tons of helpful information to increase the joy and wonder of learning science and history at home.

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.

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 embracing the...

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 homeschooling family life and, in fact, the culture around us...

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 herself by falling in love with math!

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 families of any size.

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 times, and the challenges of juggling work, earning a degree, and...

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 but necessary topics, and conveys the s...

In this episode, Trish Corlew shares her own homeschool story... Why she started, how she started, what she loves about homeschooling and she candidly shares her personal struggles. The reason she started homeschooling, is not the reason she continues.  You can read the complete transcript here: Trish Corlew Shares her Homeschool Story .     

In this episode of Homeschool Conversations, Trish Corlew is interviewing Wendy Hilton. We learn about Wendy's family and how her homeschool journey began accidentally!