Homeschool Success with Kami Wanous

Your kids might be planning on going to college, or not, but if there’s one thing I know about working with kids is that plans change! Knowing how scholarships work and where to get them when you need to is important. And if your kids are already planning on going, you can’t start too early. Dave Peterson knew he didn't want his college-bound son to be burdened by student loans, but he had fai...

If you want to prepare your kids for the future, teaching them how to use AI as a tool—not a crutch—is a game-changer. In this episode, my 16-year-old son, Kenyon, joins me to talk all things AI and homeschooling . He’s a passionate AI user who’s always researching the latest tools and trends, especially how they’re shaping our world. He’s also on a mission to make sure we use AI in a healthy, saf...

In a world increasingly shaped by AI tools like ChatGPT, the ability to ask thoughtful, effective questions is no longer optional—it’s essential.  Questioning has always been a foundational skill in education, but today it plays a central role in how our kids learn, think, and succeed in a rapidly evolving future. In this episode, I’m joined by Connie Albers , a pioneer in modern homeschooling and...

It is easy to get stuck in unproductive patterns with your kids. And it can turn into chaos quickly! Then we get into a stressed, worried and unproductive state. Kent and Amy Bowler of Revolutionary Families have homeschooled all their children and have been through all the ups and downs. They’ve been coaching parents for over a decade now - with families spanning 45 states and 18 countries. They’...

In order for us homeschool parents to make progress without burning out, it’s important to see progress and wins where we can. Kelsey Sorenson’s “The Gap and Gain” method from her book “Educate and Rejuvenate” is a great way to remind ourselves that there is success everyday somewhere. This allows us to shift our focus and renew our spirit. Kelsey Sorenson is a former teacher turned homeschool mom...

How Many AIs Are in Your Homeschool? AI tools are popping up everywhere—and some are perfect for homeschool learning!  But if we don’t know what’s out there or how to guide our kids in using them wisely, we risk leaving them unprepared for the future. In this episode, my son Kenyon (an AI-savvy teen) joins me to break down different types of AI—beyond just ChatGPT—and how they compare.  You'll...

If your kids struggle with their emotions and anxiety, it will affect their ability to learn and retain what they’re learning. But, if they had tools to be able regulate their emotions and nervous systems, they can be empowered to calm themselves and actually be in control to learn. Wendee LeAnn is a NeuroSomatic Intelligence Practitioner who helps mothers and children reduce anxiety by creating s...

Are you using ChatGPT in your homeschool yet? There’s a lot of fear, confusion, and hesitation around AI—and I get it. I was there too. But after watching my son Kenyon dive deep into AI, research its risks and benefits, and use ChatGPT to fuel his own learning, I’ve realized it can be a powerful, healthy tool in the homeschool toolbox—when used intentionally. Kenyon, who stays on the cutting edge...

Is ADHD really a learning disability —or just a different brain type that’s been misunderstood?  In this episode, Dr. Dusty shares his powerful personal journey from being labeled and medicated to discovering how ADHD kids can thrive when we shift the environment, not the child. Dr. Dusty Hess, DC, CFMP, CFMC, is the founder of UpstreamHealth.com and publisher of Upstream Magazine , where faith me...

Ever feel overwhelmed or uncertain when navigating educational conversations or trying to communicate your child's unique learning needs?  You're not alone! Understanding the language of education can transform your homeschool experience, empowering you to confidently advocate for and customize your child's educational journey. In this episode, you'll discover: How mastering essential educational...

Do you take a homeschool summer break? Why? There are reasons to and not to take summer breaks. The question is: What message are you sending about learning? At the end of this episode, you’ll be able to evaluate the pros and cons of taking a break or not, and what that means for your kids and your sanity! If you want to have both rest and learning consistently over the summer, this episode is for...

Being a mom these days is overwhelming. Whether you’re staying at home or working, you have meals, shopping, and all the daily life things while trying to fit in homeschooling. It can be enough to make you lose your mind. And when you lose your mind, your family is stressed, lowering love of learning. Before motherhood, Laurie Hammer battled an eating disorder, anxiety, and depression, affecting h...

Is your fear preventing you from having the homeschool journey you want? Our natural fear that we’re going to mess our kids up, or that they won’t get what they need, often ends up with us lowering our kids’ love of learning, giving us homeschool days filled with frustration, complaining, low motivation and… Lots of sleepless nights for us parents. At the end of this episode, you’ll understand how...

An essential aspect to creating a high love of learning culture is your example!  It just might be the most important part! When you are living vibrantly, you are setting the stage for your kids to learn success principles, leadership skills, fulfillment and so much more! Daniel Aaron—Vibrant Life Coach, Inspirational Best-selling Author, and Transformational Entertainer— Hosts The Art of Vibrant...

Spring means Nature awakening and new life is emerging.  Is there new life in your homeschool? Taking advantage of the seasons and merging them into your homeschool routines helps us add interest, change up the flow and energy of your home and keeps frustration and complaining at bay! At the end of this episode, you’ll get ideas and strategies to help breathe the life of spring into your homeschoo...

Adulting is hard! Most of us adults find adulting hard, and many of us don’t feel like we were properly prepared for success as adults. Traci Bakenhaster is a published author, an experienced coach, mentor, and advocate for teens, with over 13 years dedicated to preparing young people for adulthood. As the founder and CEO of Adulting University, Traci equips homeschool families with the tools, sup...

History is FUN! There are so many ways to foster a natural love for history! David Halahmy, is a full time history professor at Cypress College. He has been teaching history for 28 years, with a primary focus on Western Civilizations and the History of the Middle East. He has also worked closely with homeschoolers for over a decade as a guest lecturer at a homeschool learning center. His unit stud...

Balancing housework, meals, kids’ activities, homeschooling and all the rest, can make a person crazy! There are some systems and perspectives that can really help us not always feel behind and guilty for what we’re not doing. At the end of this episode, you’ll know how to put all your to-dos into perspective and how to create systems to be more effective. If you want to feel more peace and less g...

Becoming an author helps your kids build confidence and so much more! Teaching your kids that their voices matter and their messages are important is an essential part of raising confident leaders! Completing a book project, published or not, can also allow your kids the opportunity to share outside your family and really work on their public speaking skills! Melody Ann is a publishing expert with...

Throughout our homeschool journey there are some requirements we need to get done whether it be for state laws or for our high school transcripts. But how do we do that while keeping love of learning high? At the end of this episode, you’ll know what it takes to get the “have-tos” done in a way that doesn’t lower love of learning. If you want your kids to check some of those boxes that have to be...

Did you know your child’s allergies or other health complications could be affecting their ability to learn? You might not even know they exist! And love of learning drops quickly, when students don’t feel successful, and then everyone is miserable. Ynge Ljung shows us how to naturally solve these issues so your family can get back to loving learning! Ynge Ljung AKA Dr Ynge is an Acupuncture Physi...

Is your child stuck with what to do after high school, especially with something that utilizes their unique gifts and talents? Not narrowing down the fields can cause a lot of frustration and wasted time. What if your teen knew his/her path? How would that affect how they feel going into the world and you as a parent? Since 2014, Jay DuSold has been empowering teens and twenty-somethings around th...

Is what you’re doing everyday in your homeschool intentionally working toward raising leaders? Our world is in desperate need of real leaders. And our kids want to be one! But we have to be intentional, because if we’re not, we could be just going through the motions and hoping it gets us there. At the end of this episode, you’ll know how to examine what you’re doing, or plan to, and ensure that e...

There are a lot of strategies to accommodate dyslexia and learning disabilities, especially in homeschooling. But what if you could take care of the problem completely? Getting to the root of the problem is Jill Stowell’s specialty! Jill Stowell is the founder and executive director of Stowell Learning Centers where she and her team have helped thousands of children and adults permanently correct...

Brain breaks, especially physical breaks, are proven over and over to increase retention, focus and love of learning! Spencer Aiken is a dedicated fitness educator with over 20 years of hands-on experience in health and fitness. As a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) accredited by the NSCA, Spencer has helped thousands of individuals not only improve their physical health but a...