Lynn Pierre

The Homeschool Aficionado

Education EN ↓ 31 episodes

Welcome to The Homeschool Aficionado Podcast, where we bring the best things humans have ever done to your homeschool table. This is more than a podcast. It’s an invitation to dream bigger, think deeper, and step boldly into new opportunities. Our mission: to expose the homeschool community to people who are masters of their craft - leaders in relationships, education, and careers - so that you can expand your vision of what’s possible for your own journey.

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Lynn Pierre

Episodes

Living Intentionally in a World of Distraction: A Conversation with Dion Baker 18.05.2025 1:22:06

What does it mean to build a life by design—not default? In this episode, we sit down with Dion Baker, a former scholar-athlete turned Department of Defense leader, entrepreneur, and now Operational Excellence Consultant in the banking industry. Dion opens up about his move from New Jersey to Charlotte, the decision to homeschool his kids, and the internal battles that come with discipline, father...

“Why Every Parent Should Hear This About Kids, Health, and Discipline” 13.05.2025 1:30:59

What does it take to transform your life—physically, mentally, and spiritually? In this episode, we sit down with Mac Hanslip, owner of Overtime Athletics Charlotte, to unpack his inspiring journey from childhood obesity and low confidence to earning a full scholarship at the University of Alabama and launching a youth sports franchise. Mac shares the painful truth about growing up in a broken hom...

She Started with a Bag of Pretzels—Now She’s in 300+ Stores 10.05.2025 1:12:57

In this engaging conversation, Lynn Pierre interviews Katie Cooper, the founder of Queen City Crunch, a pretzel business that blossomed from family traditions and a desire for entrepreneurship. Katie shares her journey from a stay-at-home mom to a thriving business owner, detailing the challenges and triumphs she faced along the way. The discussion highlights the importance of community support, t...

Turbulence, Fighter Jets, and Faith: A Pilot’s Inspiring Story 05.05.2025 1:29:42

In this inspiring Career Day episode of The Homeschool Aficionado, we sit down with Nate—a commercial airline pilot, military veteran, and father—to uncover the winding journey that led him from growing up on a dairy farm in Pennsylvania to flying fighter jets in the Air Force and eventually piloting commercial aircraft across the U.S. and beyond. Nate breaks down the steps to becoming a pilot, di...

Stay Ready So You Don’t Have to Get Ready: Pastor Trent’s Blueprint for Living Tethered to God 23.04.2025 1:18:28

Welcome to The Homeschool Aficionado, where we explore education, faith, and the future—one extraordinary conversation at a time. Today’s episode is more than a conversation—it’s a challenge. A challenge to rethink your rhythms, your priorities, and your relationship with Christ. We’re joined by Pastor Trent Hopkins, a dynamic leader with a heart for youth and a life tethered to the Word of God. Y...

The Homeschool Aficionado Introduction 30.01.2025 2:31

This is the official introduction to The Homeschool Aficionado Podcast! Connect with Lynn Pierre: https://linktr.ee/Homeschool.aficionado