The Homeschool How To

When the public school system tried to label her six-year-old son as “mentally handicapped” after just 10 days in first grade, Barbie Rivera knew something had to change. What began as a desperate attempt to protect her child from a broken system grew into a thriving micro-school and a mission to transform education for others. In this episode of The Homeschool How To Podcast, Barbie shares her in...

What happens when a vegan restaurateur becomes a regenerative cattle rancher and homeschooling mom? In this groundbreaking episode of The Homeschool How To Podcast , Cheryl interviews Mollie Englehart , a trailblazing voice in regenerative farming, food sovereignty, and natural living. Mollie owned five successful vegan restaurants in Los Angeles—until her journey into composting, soil health, and...

Are you questioning the traditional education system? Curious about homeschooling, creative learning, or how to raise lifelong learners? In this powerful episode of The Homeschool How To Podcast , meet David Alford —a former public high school English teacher who left the classroom to homeschool his children and eventually became an award-winning independent filmmaker. When David’s wife entered me...

What happens when life throws you a devastating curveball? For Kody and her family, her husband's end-stage liver disease diagnosis with just one year to live became the catalyst for a complete lifestyle transformation. They sold everything, bought a farm, and began growing their own food—a decision that ultimately led to his liver fully healing eight years later. This conversation takes us d...

When Wendy’s autistic daughter came home from school writing “I am not smart” on her papers, everything changed. Initially completely against homeschooling , Wendy faced a painful truth: the public school system was failing her child. With IEP accommodations ignored, concerning approaches to gender identity, and even medical decisions made without parental consent, Wendy reached her breaking point...

What does it take to break free from a lifetime of educational conditioning? For Evgenia, a Russian immigrant now homeschooling in Canada, the journey began with a powerful realization: "I don't like to share my child with the government." Growing up in Russia's rigid school system left lasting impressions – some teachers still appear in her nightmares decades later. But becomi...

Stepping away from traditional education wasn't originally in Jessica's plans. When her mother-in-law, a retired kindergarten teacher, began casually teaching her daughter at home "just for fun," Jessica discovered unexpected benefits that eventually led her family down the homeschooling path. As the owner of Well-Rooted, a holistic wellness practice with multiple locations acr...

What does 25 years of homeschooling experience teach you about education, purpose, and raising confident children? Audrey Rindlisbacher takes us behind the scenes of her journey homeschooling six children from the days when resources were scarce and stigma was strong. Like many parents, Audrey initially questioned her qualifications. "I remember pacing the kitchen floor asking my husband, &ap...

Dyslexia, auditory processing disorder, dysgraphia, dyscalculia - when faced with multiple learning challenges, homeschooling might seem daunting. Yet for Erin Cox, these diagnoses became the catalyst for an extraordinary educational journey spanning 14 years and culminating in the creation of a curriculum company that serves thousands of families. In this illuminating conversation, Erin shares ho...

What happens when you choose to step away from mainstream expectations and reclaim your family's destiny? Mary Wainwright's journey from conventional life to intentional living offers a roadmap for those feeling trapped in industrial systems. Mary returns to share insights from her new book "Taking Back My Life," which chronicles her radical transformation across every aspect o...

Hannah Maruyama joins The Homeschool How To podcast to challenge everything you thought you knew about higher education and career success. Having walked away from college at 16 after discovering its politicized environment and questionable academic value, Hannah shares her journey to developing a groundbreaking approach to career preparation that's saving families hundreds of thousands of do...

What happens when you grow up homeschooled on a sailboat, then experience public school, only to return to homeschooling as a parent? Shellbe's remarkable journey offers a window into an educational path less traveled, filled with powerful insights for any parent questioning traditional education. Born to parents who rejected conventional schooling, Shellbe spent her early years cruising the...

What happens when a dedicated special education teacher realizes the system she works in isn't what she wants for her own children? In this revealing conversation, Terry shares her remarkable journey from classroom teacher to homeschooling mother of four (soon to be five). Growing up as a first-generation Mexican-American, Terry was raised believing that college education and professional suc...

Ever wondered if you could pursue your career dreams while homeschooling your children? Natalie Watts proves it's not only possible—it's transformative. As "The Thoughtful Realtor" and mother of seven homeschooled children ranging from 5 to 16 years old, Natalie shares her remarkable journey from traditional expectations to entrepreneurial success. Despite growing up in public...

Dive into a refreshingly honest conversation about homeschooling with Jackie from @RealRaisingCubs, a tattooed, outspoken mother of four boys who's been homeschooling for over a decade. Jackie shatters the stereotypical image of homeschooling parents, offering a perspective that's both liberating and practical. This episode explores the core concept of freedom that drives Jackie's h...

Katie Berry returns to The Homeschool How To Podcast with a refreshingly honest revelation about her educational transformation. Once a curriculum devotee who meticulously planned each subject for her five children, Katie now champions a dramatically different approach that has revolutionized learning in her home. The catalyst? Life's demands forced her hand when increasing work responsibilit...

What happens when dedicated teachers with advanced degrees and decades in the classroom realize the system isn't working for their own children? Two extraordinary educators share their journeys into the unknown world of homeschooling after collectively spending over 40 years in public education. Deanna and Leigh Ann take us behind the curtain of their transition from traditional schooling to...

The moment Laura Bains heard the word "homeschooling," she knew it was her calling—even before understanding what it meant. Though her husband, a first-generation immigrant who valued traditional education, needed convincing, Laura's instincts proved right. In this revealing conversation, Laura shares how just five years of homeschooling transformed not only her children's live...

What happens when a flight attendant with international benefits decides to homeschool? Magic, adventure, and a whole new approach to education. Gabriella from RellaBBooks invites us into her world as a "hybrid homeschooler," where her four-year-old daughter attends traditional school three days weekly while spending the remaining two immersed in personalized education at home. But this...

The leap from corporate security to homeschooling freedom isn't just possible—it's transformative. Taylor proves this as she takes us through her journey from corporate employee to homeschooling entrepreneur during the unexpected blessing of COVID. "I was giving all my time to a corporation who showed during COVID that I was very replaceable," Taylor reflects, describing the aw...

What if everything your child needs for academic success could be learned during their high school years, and everything before that could just be play? Katie from Illinois, a former teacher with a master's degree in gifted education, reveals how her perspective on education transformed when she began homeschooling her three young children. Witnessing her oldest child write perfectly formed l...

What happens when the whole world becomes your classroom? Meet Melissa Smith – mother of nine, road-schooling pioneer, and passionate advocate for educational freedom. In this captivating conversation, Melissa reveals how her family transformed an RV into a learning oasis that has traversed America, turning national parks into science labs and historic sites into living textbooks. With children ra...

Discover the world of homeschooling through our engaging discussion with experienced experts who share their unique insights and journeys. This episode dives into the motivations behind the shift to homeschooling and the crucial process of de-schooling, allowing parents to reconnect with their children's learning experiences authentically. Listeners will find invaluable advice on forming a su...

Ever wondered how to blend the joys of travel with education? Chad and Brittany, the Traveling Slaters, have taken an inspiring leap by transforming their family’s homeschooling experience into a global adventure. Join us as we explore their journey, from their decision to sell everything for world schooling, to the unique educational opportunities their children gain while visiting countries like...

Have you ever wondered what it takes to embrace the homeschooling path, especially when it seems like an unconventional choice? Join Cheryl and her guest, Cece, a trailblazing homeschool mom, as they unravel the intricate journey of homeschooling three boys. Cece candidly shares her family's transition from a traditional private school to homeschooling, driven by her desire to address her son...