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Homeschooling has changed a lot over the years—but the heart of it hasn’t. In this clip from the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast , veteran homeschool mom Carrie De Francisco shares the wisdom she gained after more than two decades of homeschooling through every stage, method, and trend. From starting with strict “school at home” methods to eventually embracing a more freedom-focused approach, Carrie ex...

Feeling overwhelmed trying to homeschool multiple children? You’re not alone—and you’re not failing. In this encouraging conversation, Yvette Hampton talks with veteran homeschool mom Missy Andrews about the very real weight homeschool moms carry every day. From managing a home to teaching multiple subjects across grade levels, it’s no wonder so many moms feel like they’re drowning. But here’s the...

In this heartfelt conversation, Aby Rinella sits down with author Abbey Wedgeworth to talk openly about the often-hidden grief of miscarriage. It's raw, real, and surprisingly uplifting—pointing women back to the Lord in the midst of deep loss. Abbey shares how her own pregnancy loss shocked her with its physical, emotional, and spiritual weight, and how journaling her journey led to writing a...

Is education really neutral—or is that the biggest lie we’ve been told? In this powerful clip from the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast , Meeke Addison and Alex Newman unpack the spiritual and historical transformation of education in America. What began as Bible-centered discipleship has shifted into something very different—and most parents don’t even recognize it. From the early days of the Old Delud...

Homeschool moms often feel overwhelmed—but what if the problem isn’t what you think it is? In this encouraging and practical conversation, Cindy West sits down with Jamie Erickson to unpack three distinct types of overwhelm that women—especially homeschool moms—experience in daily life. Drawing from Scripture and years of lived experience, Jamie explains why we get stuck when we treat all overwhel...

Is there really such a thing as “neutral” education? In this powerful clip from the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast, Meeke Addison and Alex Newman expose one of the most dangerous assumptions parents make about public schooling—that it can be neutral. Drawing from Alex’s book Woke and Weaponized , this conversation reveals: Why neutrality in education is a myth What Jesus’ words in Matthew 12:30 mean f...

Struggling to start or grow your homeschool library? 📚 In this video, Kristi Clover talks with Nicki Truesdell about practical ways to build and organize a homeschool library without feeling overwhelmed. From using booklists to thrifting, gifts, and everyday routines, these tips will make collecting books fun and sustainable for your family. What you’ll learn in this clip: How to start your homes...

Are you a homeschool mom who feels overwhelmed—like you’re drowning under the weight of everything? You’re not alone. In this encouraging conversation, Cindy West interviews Jamie Erickson about practical, biblical ways homeschool moms can identify and overcome overwhelm. Jamie shares how she first recognized overwhelm as a recurring struggle among homeschooling moms, why so many women feel stretc...

Are Christian parents unknowingly stepping outside of God’s design for raising their children? In this powerful clip from the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast , Meeke Addison sits down with Alex Newman to unpack the spiritual implications of education—and who God actually entrusted with the responsibility of discipling children. Is education neutral? Or has the role of parents quietly been replaced by t...

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What if the modern education system was never meant to be neutral? In this powerful clip from the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast, Meeke Addison sits down with Alex Newman, co-author of Woke and Weaponized , to uncover the shocking historical roots of government-run education. Tracing back to the early 1800s, Alex reveals how the very first advocates for state-controlled schooling had a clear and inten...

What is the true purpose of education? In this powerful clip from the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast, Meeke Addison sits down with Alex Newman, author of Woke and Weaponized , to uncover the biblical foundation of education—and why so many families, churches, and institutions have gotten it wrong. Is education just about raising “successful members of society”? Or is it something far deeper? Alex expl...

Want to know how to build a homeschool library that inspires your kids and stays true to your Christian values? 📚✨ In this clip, Kristi Clover talks with Nicki Truesdell about their favorite publishers, trusted book lists, and tips for finding books that combine strong content with a biblical worldview. From Usborne and DK to Lamplighter Books and Master Books, you’ll learn how to curate a libra...

Homeschool parents, beware: Not all Christian colleges are what they seem. In this eye-opening interview, Meeke Addison talks with Dr. Renton Rathbun about how even conservative Christian colleges can subtly influence your child’s faith and worldview. Learn what documents you should demand, how to evaluate faculty, and what questions to ask before sending your child to college. Don’t let your chil...

Are you overwhelmed by the thought of building a homeschool library for your kids? 📚 In this clip, Kristi Clover talks with Nicki Truesdell about how to create a meaningful Christian homeschool library that grows over time, without the stress. Learn how to: Start your library even if you’re just getting started Choose books that reflect a biblical worldview Organize your collection and avoid dupl...

Many homeschool families assume that sending their children to a Christian college guarantees a biblical worldview—but is that really true? In this powerful conversation, Meeke Addison interviews Dr. Renton Rathbun about what Christian parents must know before choosing a college. Dr. Rathbun explains why Christian branding isn’t enough, how unbiblical ideologies can quietly thrive in Christian uni...

Christian homeschool moms are constantly bombarded with opinions—about curriculum, grade levels, transcripts, socialization, and “doing school the right way.” But what happens when the wisdom of the world conflicts with the wisdom of God? In this powerful excerpt, Nicki Truesdell joins Kristi Clover to remind homeschool moms of a foundational truth from 1 Corinthians 3:19 : “The wisdom of the worl...

Are Christian colleges still trustworthy for homeschool families? In this powerful conversation, Meeke Addison interviews Dr. Renton Rathbun about how Christian homeschool parents should prepare their children for college—and why both secular and Christian universities require serious discernment. Dr. Rathbun explains why sending students to secular schools without a faithful local church is dange...

Christian homeschool moms often carry more pressure than they realize—and much of it comes from comparison . In this powerful excerpt, Kristi Clover talks with Nicki Truesdell about why comparison is the thief of joy in homeschooling, especially when we start measuring ourselves against other homeschool families. From curriculum choices to extracurriculars to “what everyone else is doing,” this co...

Homeschooling can feel overwhelming—especially on the hard days. In this encouraging clip, Nicki Truesdell reminds Christian homeschool moms of one simple but powerful practice: remember your “why.” Originally shared during an interview with Kristi Clover , Nicki explains why every homeschool family should clearly identify, write down, and revisit their reasons for homeschooling—especially during...

What does real success look like for Christian homeschool students heading toward college? In this powerful conversation, Meeke Addison interviews Dr. Renton Rathbun about how homeschool families can prepare their children for college without adopting the world’s definition of success. Rather than pushing kids onto a cultural “conveyor belt” of prestige and income, Dr. Rathbun challenges parents t...

Christian homeschool moms are often told, “You can’t shelter your kids.” But should we? In this powerful clip from our interview with Nicki Truesdell , host Kristi Clover dives into why sheltering children is not only okay—but biblical and necessary . Nicki explains why Christian parents must be intentional about protecting their children’s hearts and minds from messages they’re not ready to proce...

Many homeschool families assume that sending their kids to college is the natural next step—but is it always the right one? In this powerful conversation, Meeke Addison interviews Dr. Renton Rathbun, a former college professor with decades of experience in both public and Christian higher education. Together, they challenge the assumption that college equals success and ask a deeper, more biblical...

Motherhood can feel ordinary, exhausting, and even invisible—but what if it’s actually your most important ministry? In this powerful excerpt, Kristi Clover talks with Nicki Truesdell about why motherhood is a God-given ministry , especially for Christian homeschool moms. From the early years that feel more like “daycare” to the long-term influence we have on our adult children, Nicki shares a dee...

Our culture is already teaching our children what to believe about marriage—often at a very young age. So the question isn’t if they’re being discipled on this topic, but who is doing the discipling. In this powerful excerpt from the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast, host Aby Rinella sits down with Dr. Josh Mulvihill to discuss why Christian parents—especially homeschool families—must be intentional abo...