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⁠ Aby Rinella ⁠ interviews ⁠ Seth Gruber ⁠ — passionate pro-life leader, speaker, and homeschool graduate — about the true heart of Christian education, family legacy, and equipping kids to stand strong in today’s culture. Whether you’re a weary homeschool mom needing encouragement or a parent seeking God’s vision for your family, this conversation delivers hope, clarity, and practical wisdom. Lea...

Feeling overwhelmed teaching Language Arts at home? You’re not alone. Join Yvette Hampton and homeschooling expert Andrew Pudewa for practical, Christ-centered guidance every homeschool mom needs. With over 30 years of experience, Andrew shares how to teach reading, writing, grammar, spelling, and public speaking with confidence — without the stress. Whether you’re a new or seasoned homeschooler,...

Unlock the profound connection between music and language in your homeschool. Yvette Hampton and Andrew Pudewa from the Institute for Excellence in Writing explore how focused listening and music exposure can shape your child's mind and soul. Whether you're a musical mom or can't carry a tune, you'll find practical tips and deep encouragement for weaving music into your daily routine. What You'll...

Ready to plan an amazing homeschool year? ⁠ Aby Rinella ⁠ and ⁠ Kristi Clover ⁠ kick off your homeschool year with confidence! Veteran homeschool moms, Aby Rinella ⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠ Kristi Clover ⁠⁠ walk you through their curriculum planning process for the new year and share what they’re actually using in their own homes, from tried-and-true classics to new discoveries. Learn how to make school smooth—an...

Ready to plan an amazing homeschool year? Aby Rinella and Kristi Clover team up to demystify homeschool planning—from organizing last year’s work to designing a flexible, Christ-centered academic plan. Learn how to include your kids in decision-making, embrace homeschool freedom, and kick off your year with meaningful family traditions. Ideal for Christian homeschool moms seeking practical advice...

How can Christian homeschool families celebrate America’s 250th birthday in a way that honors God above all? Join Aby Rinella and Tim Barton as they uncover the spiritual roots of our nation, compare differing worldviews, and tackle the tough question of patriotism vs. discipleship. Get practical, biblically sound advice for leading your homeschool with courage, wisdom, and a heart for the gospel....

Tim Barton joins Aby Rinella to celebrate America's 250th anniversary and dive into incredible story of America’s founding—rooted deeply in biblical principles. Learn how those truths shape our nation today. Homeschool moms, this episode is packed with insights on teaching history, biblical foundations, and how to boldly stand for faith and freedom in this pivotal moment. Recommended Resources: ⁠...

Kristi Clover welcomes bestselling author and international speaker Mary DeMuth as they dive deep into practical ways Christian homeschool families can help their children develop a strong foundation in Christ. Learn how to create a safe home environment, model transparency, and support your kids through challenges—all from a biblical perspective. Recommended Resources: New free resource in the Sc...

Are your past hurts affecting your parenting? Join Kristi Clover and special guest Mary DeMuth as they share personal stories and biblical wisdom to help homeschool moms find healing, hope, and freedom. If you desire to break patterns, stop the cycle of guilt and shame, and discover your identity in Christ, this episode is for you! What You’ll Learn: • How to recognize and process past trauma as a...

Are you ready to start your homeschooling journey but feeling overwhelmed by all the choices and questions? Join ⁠ Aby Rinella ⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠ Whitney Newby ⁠⁠ as they break down what you REALLY need to know to confidently begin homeschooling. Whether you’re a brand new homeschool mom or a seasoned pro helping others get started, this encouraging episode is packed with real-world advice, practical steps...

Aby Rinella and Whitney Newby offer encouragement and practical wisdom for Christian moms navigating the ups and downs of parenthood and education at home. They share an honest, faith-filled conversation on the power of perspective in Christian homeschooling and how we can surrender the overwhelm and experience deep rest in Christ. Whether you’re a new homeschool mom or a seasoned veteran, discove...

Are you worried you’re not doing enough as a homeschool mom? You’re not alone! ⁠ Aby Rinella ⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠ Abbey Wedgeworth ⁠⁠ dive into the challenges of perfectionism, the dangers of comparison, and the freedom that comes from grace-filled parenting. With honest stories and scriptural encouragement, this episode will reassure and equip you right where you are. What You'll Learn: ·       Why the ques...

Aby Rinella and Abbey Wedgeworth discuss the often overlooked but deeply impactful topic of miscarriage. In this candid and faith-filled conversation, you’ll discover how God works through grief, why it’s important to talk about pregnancy loss, and how to support moms walking this journey. Whether you’ve experienced miscarriage or know someone who has, this episode offers hope, encouragement, and...

Meeke Addison ⁠ sits down with ⁠ Alex Newman ⁠ to uncover the agenda behind the dumbing down of America’s youth, the influence of Marxist ideologies, and what Christian families can do about it. They also tackle the rapid rise of artificial intelligence in schools—what it means, and how to respond as Christian homeschoolers. What You’ll Learn: Why academic standards in America are declining—and wh...

Join Meeke Addison and Alex Newman on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast as they uncover the shocking roots of the American public education system and reveal how it has been weaponized against families and faith. Drawing from Alex’s new book, "Woke and Weaponized," this episode dives into cultural Marxism, the myth of neutrality in education, and why true reform can’t come from within the public scho...

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the thought of homeschooling multiple children or worried you won’t be able to give them a “top-notch” education? In this inspiring BEST OF Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast episode, veteran homeschool mom Missy Andrews joins Yvette Hampton to unpack “The Art of Teaching.” Drawing from her years of experience teaching her six children and guiding parents through the challen...

Ready to ditch the stress and rediscover what matters most in homeschooling? In this heartfelt episode of the SCHOOLHOUSE ROCKED PODCAST, Aby Rinella welcomes Carrie De Francisco , who shares wisdom from her years as a homeschool mom. Learn about her life-giving approach to homeschool planning—focused on nurturing your kids and your faith instead of checking off endless boxes. What You’ll Learn: H...

Are you searching for encouragement, practical tips, and wisdom as you homeschool through all seasons—especially high school? In this inspiring episode, veteran homeschool mom and mentor Carrie De Francisco ⁠ joins host Aby Rinella ⁠ to share real-life insights from over two decades of homeschooling. Carrie reveals how her journey evolved, what she would do differently, and the true heart behind l...

Feeling overwhelmed by homeschooling, motherhood, and life’s constant demands? You’re not alone! Join Cindy West ⁠⁠ as she welcomes Jamie Erickson ⁠⁠ , host of the Mom to Mom podcast and seasoned homeschool mom, to the SCHOOLHOUSE ROCKED PODCAST. Jamie shares her powerful testimony of overcoming seasons of chaos—whether from busy schedules, comparison, or heartbreaking life events. Together, they...

Feeling overwhelmed by homeschooling, motherhood, and life’s constant demands? You’re not alone! Join Cindy West as she welcomes Jamie Erickson , host of the Mom to Mom podcast and seasoned homeschool mom, to the SCHOOLHOUSE ROCKED PODCAST. Jamie shares her powerful testimony of overcoming seasons of chaos—whether from busy schedules, comparison, or heartbreaking life events. Together, they explor...

Ready to build a vibrant Christian home library for your homeschool? In this episode of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast, Kristi Clover ⁠⁠ sits down with homeschool veteran Nicki Truesdell to share practical tips for creating and organizing a book collection that will grow with your family. Whether you’re searching for the best Christian worldview books, struggling to organize your ever-expanding co...

Feeling overwhelmed in your homeschool journey? In this powerful episode of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast, Kristi Clover sits down with Nicki Truesdell —second-generation homeschooler, author, and speaker—to share Nicki’s top 10 encouragements for Christian homeschool moms. From shifting your mindset (“Be a family, not a school”) to understanding “education is discipleship,” they deliver practica...

What should Christian parents look for in a college? In this insightful episode of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast, ⁠⁠ Meeke Addison and Dr. ⁠⁠ Renton Rathbun ⁠⁠ discuss the biblical approach to higher education, the importance of stewarding your child’s talents, and how to avoid the pitfalls of secular and even “Christian-in-name-only” colleges. Learn how to vet schools, ask the tough questions, a...

Is AI stealing our children’s ability to think for themselves? On this episode of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast, Meeke Addison interviews Dr. Renton Rathbun about the challenges artificial intelligence brings to education and Christian family life. They explore the extinction of critical thought, the necessity of a theology of technology, and practical ways parents can help their kids thrive in a...

How do we prepare our kids for a future of healthy, gospel-centered marriage? ABY RINELLA and guest JOSH MULVIHILL dive deep into biblical principles for preparing children for marriage, the importance of family discipleship, and countercultural truths every Christian homeschool parent should know. Whether your kids are in elementary school or high school, this conversation covers: Why intentional...