The Smiling Homeschooler

The Smiling Homeschooler Podcast

This is the best podcast for homeschooling moms who need encouragement! Our goal is to help you smile more! Whether you are a new homeschooler or a veteran, we are positive you will feel encouraged!

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The Smiling Homeschooler

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Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 36 - Video Games, From a Father and Son Perspective 24.04.2019

Welcome to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! Thanks for listening to Part 1 of our 2 part series talking about video games! We hope this is helpful and informative. If you have a question you would like us to answer on next week's show, you can either message us on Facebook or email us at todd@thesmilinghomeschooler.com . Thank you to Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the Smiling Homeschooler Podc...

Episode 35 - A Smorgasbord of Smiles! 17.04.2019

Thanks for listening! Although it was a bit less focused them some of our episodes, we hope you found it encouraging. If you have a question or you have a topic you would like us to cover, feel free to message us on Facebook. We also want to Thank our good friends at Teaching textbooks for making today's show possible. You can learn more about all their great math products, view a sample lesson, a...

Episode 34 - Interview With Cindy LaJoy - Blue Collar Homeschool 10.04.2019

Thanks for listening to this awesome episode of the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! We interview Cindy LaJoy with Blue Collar Homeschool. What she has to say is freeing, and encouraging. We hope you enjoy this episode and check out more from Cindy over in her Blue Collar Homeschool Facebook group. If you would ever like to reach out to Todd or Ben you can message us through Facebook, or email us at...

Episode 33 - Fears Homeschooling Moms Face 03.04.2019

Thanks for listening to Episode 33 of the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! If you would like to check out more of what we do you can visit our website www.thesmilinghomeschooler.com.  Thanks to Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring this week's episode. If you would like to check out their free trial you can visit their website at www.teachingtextbooks.com . Have a great week, and as always...keep smiling...

Episode 32 - Travel and Homeschooling 27.03.2019

Thanks for listening to this week's show! We talk about traveling and homeschooling while doing it! If you are attending the Nashville homeschooling convention coming up you could win a free audio CD of your choice! Just come up to the Familyman Ministries booth and say "I'm a smiling homeschooler" if you are the first you'll win that CD! If you enjoy our show we would appreciate if you would leav...

Episode 31 - Preparing Kids for Marriage - With Debbie Wilson 20.03.2019

Thanks for listening! I hope you enjoyed hearing from Debbie Wilson this week, as we talk about preparing kids for marriage.  If ever have questions or comments you can email us at todd@thesmilinghomeschooler.com. We also want to Thank our good friends at Teaching textbooks for making today's show possible. You can learn more about all their great math products, view a sample lesson, and check out...

Episode 30 - Homeschooling With Young Children - With Jamie Erickson 13.03.2019

Thanks for joining us this week for the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast. Jamie Erickson has a ton of encouragement and tips for homeschooling with younger kids. We are sure it will help you smile more while homeschooling. If you would like to check out more from her you can visit her website at www.theunlikelyhomeschool.com . Plus visit our website to sign up for our weekly email and check out our bl...

Episode 29 - Homeschool Convention Edition 06.03.2019

Thanks for listening! Hopefully, all of our talking about homeschooling conventions will encourage you to attend one this year! We also want to thank Teach Them Diligently for giving us a free family pass to give away during the live show. Thanks to our good friends at Teaching textbooks for making today's show possible. You can learn more about all their great math products, view a sample lesson,...

Episode 28 - Interview With Homeschooling Mom of 12, Cheryl Plourde 27.02.2019

Thanks for listening! Our goal as always was for this show to be encouraging to you. We think Cheryl had a lot of encouragement to share. If you would like to reach out to her you can email her Cplourde@calvaryjupiter.com. We would also encourage you to share this episode with your fellow homeschooling friend. Thanks to our good friends at Teaching textbooks for making today's show possible. You c...

Episode 27 - Interview with special needs expert, Dianne Craft 20.02.2019

This week we are super excited to have Dianne Craft with us on the show! her goal is to take the stress away from teaching "Special-needs" Children. Thank you to teaching textbooks for sponsoring this week's podcast! You can find more from Dianne at www.diannecraft.org

Episode 26 - Valentine's Day Episode With Rissa Wilson 14.02.2019

This week Ben and Rissa talk about their new son, valentine's day, and making your spouse a priority. We want to thank Teaching Textbooks for sponsoring the smiling homeschooler podcast. You can email us at todd or ben @thesmilinghomeschooler.com. Thanks for listening, and as always...keep smiling! 

Episode 25 - Love Boat Edition with Heidi St. John 06.02.2019

his show is going to be a lot of fun as we talk to Mom Strong author and speaker, Heidi St. John about a REFRESH Cruise we'll be doing together on January 4-12, 2020...AND YOU'RE INVITED!!! Join us now for a high seas adventure! To take advantage of the discounted rate of ONLY $544 per person, you’ll need to make your reservations by March 27th and mention the FPEA block number 6GHW24 . Call Carni...

Episode 24 - Interview With Tina Farewell 30.01.2019

This week is a great episode! We interview homeschooling veteran Tina Farewell! We know it will be encouraging. If you would like to get in touch with us you can email us at Todd@thesmilinghomeschooler.com.  Thank you for listening, and as always...keep smiling! 

Episode 23 - Life Directed Homeschooling 23.01.2019

Thanks for listening to Episode 23 of the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! We talk about finishing the tub renovation, upcoming baby, homeschooling while moving, and what to do if your kids don't want to do school. If you have any questions or comments you can email them to todd@thesmilinghomeschooler.com.  Thanks for listening and as always...keep smiling! 

Episode 22 - Interview With Jan Smith, Homeschooling Veteran and Leader 16.01.2019

Welcome to the smiling homeschooler Podcast. We are super excited for you to listen to this weeks episode! Jan Smith joined us, who is a homeschooling veteran and leader, and what she has to say is incredibly encouraging. This episode is brought to you by Teaching Textbooks an award-winning Math program for Homeschoolers that is sure to make you and your children smile. If you would like to get in...

Episode 21 - Back to School - Winter Kickoff...Smiling All the Way! 09.01.2019

Welcome to the smiling homeschooler Podcast! We are back from our two week Christmas, New Year, and sickness break and ready to talk about getting back into school and how to smile while doing it! We also give some encouraging homeschool related New Year resolutions. This first show of 2019 is brought to you by Teaching Textbooks an award-winning Math program for Homeschoolers that is sure to make...

Episode 20 - The Christmas Episode with Ben and Rissa 19.12.2018

This week it is just my wife Rissa and I (Ben) holding down the fort! We talk about our favorite Christmas movies, Christmas memories, babies and taking breaks from homeschooling! We hope it is encouraging! If you enjoy the podcast, we would ask that you share it with a friend! Have a Merry Christmas, and a Happy New Year! 

Episode 19 - Books for Your Children, An Interview With Chuck Black & Katherine Wilson 12.12.2018

Thanks for listening to this week's podcast! We had an amazing interview with Chuck Black and Katherine Wilson. We talk about how to interest your child in reading, and a bunch of amazing book recommendations. If you would like to check out any of Chuck's books, visit  http://kingdomseries.com/ . To find information or purchase Katherine's books go to thesmilinghomeschooler.com/store. If you have...

Episode 18 - The Dark Fears of Homeschooling Moms 05.12.2018

Thanks for listening to the Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! This week we are talking about the dark fears that homeschooling moms have. We also talk Christmas and a homeschooler buying guide. If you would like to take advantage of the 9% off coupon that Todd offers, all you have to do is use the code 9off during checkout over on www.thesmilinghomeschooler.com . If you would like to email us you can...

Episode 17 - Questions and Answers with Debbie Wilson 28.11.2018

We finally convinced Debbie Wilson to be on the podcast! She has some amazing answers to the questions we asked her. She has nearly 20 years of homeschooling experience, and we are sure what she has to say will be encouraging to you! If you would like to check out the Christmas products that Todd mentioned, visit www.thesmilinghomeschooler.com and click on the store in the menu bar. If you have a...

Episode 16 - A Homeschool Thanksgiving 21.11.2018

This week we talked about what aspects about homeschooling we are thankful for! Thank you to everyone that commented on our Facebook post! Todd mentioned some Christmas products, which you can find here . Then all you have to do is click take me to the store and choose the Christmas category. He also mentioned his blog post about advent, here is the link to this article . If you have any comments...

Episode 15 - Talking about Homeschooling, History, and Education that is Relational 14.11.2018

This is an amazing episode! We interviewed Author and Speaker, Diana Waring. We are sure that you will find what she had to say, encouraging. If you would like to see more from Diana, you should visit her website at www. Dianawaring.com.  If you have a question, or just need some advice, you can email us at todd@thesmilinghomeschooler.com.   We want to thank Teaching textbooks for making today's s...

Episode 14 - Does History Matter? 07.11.2018

This week we talk about history and whether or not it even matters. What do you do if your child just doesn't like history? We cover this and a bunch more on this episode. The Smiling Homeschooler is powered by Teaching Textbooks, an award-winning math curriculum. If you would like to check out their amazing curriculum and pricing visit teachingtextbooks.com. If you have a question or a topic sugg...

Episode 13 - Changing Your Plan Mid-Stream 31.10.2018

Thanks for listening to this weeks' Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! We talk about what to do if your kids hate their spelling program halfway through the school year. We hope this is helpful and encouraging! We also want to thank Teaching Textbooks for making today's show possible. You can learn more about all their great math products and affordable pricing at teachingtextbooks.com. Have a great we...

Episode 12 - What My Children Have Taught Me - Part 2 24.10.2018

This episode is short and sweet, and is the conclusion to our 2 part mini-series! Dad finishes talking about what each of his children has taught him about homeschooling and parenting. If you are encouraged by our podcast then we hope you share it with a friend! If you would like to follow our blog go to our website  www.thesmilinghomeschooler.com  and if you have any questions or comments you can...

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