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The Homeschool Compass Podcast

Homeschool Compass Team

77 episodes

The Homeschool Compass Podcast is all about finding confidence in community and help in the wisdom of those who have gone before us. Through conversations with homeschool veterans who know the daily joys and challenges of homeschooling, you'll gain valuable perspective and inspiration for your own homeschool life. Wherever you are in your homeschool journey, we hope these episodes leave you encouraged that you are loved and you are not alone.

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  1. Made to Marvel: Homeschool Nature Study with Eryn Lynum

    · 35 min · S1 E72

    Eryn Lynum is a second-generation homeschooling mother of 4, master naturalist, and creator of the Nat Theo Podcast, where she shares nature lessons rooted in the Scripture that point our children toward Biblical…

  2. Creating a Joyful, Inspired Homeschool with Jennifer Pepito

    · 31 min · S1 E71

    Jennifer Pepito is a homeschooling mother of 7, founder of the Peaceful Press, and author of The Inspired Homeschool. In this episode, Jennifer shares how homeschoolers throughout history can give us a greater vision…

  3. Grace-Filled Spiritual Disciplines with Elizabeth Santelmann

    · 36 min · S1 E70

    Elizabeth Santelmann is a second generation homeschooling mom of 3 boys and author of Gently Tended: A Grace-Filled Bible Study for Practicing the Spiritual Disciplines. In this episode, she shares her story of…

  4. Raising Whole and Healthy Families with Jodi Mockabee (Best of the Podcast)

    · 49 min · Bonus

    This week we are celebrating 6 years of the Homeschool Compass Podcast with a bonus series highlighting some of our top episodes. Whether you're just jumping into a new homeschool year or you're well into your…

  5. Hope for the Imperfect Homeschool Mom with Tiffany Wasson (Best of the Podcast)

    · 39 min · Bonus

    This week we are celebrating 6 years of the Homeschool Compass Podcast with a bonus series highlighting some of our top episodes. Whether you're just jumping into a new homeschool year or you're well into your…

  6. Leaving a Homeschool Legacy with Tiffany Jefferson (Best of the Podcast)

    · 1 h 01 min · Bonus

    This week we are celebrating 6 years of the Homeschool Compass Podcast with a bonus series highlighting some of our top episodes. Whether you're just jumping into a new homeschool year or you're well into your…

  7. Cultivating Sabbath Rest as a Homeschool Mom with Eryn Lynum (Best of the Podcast)

    · 27 min · Bonus

    This week we are celebrating 6 years of the Homeschool Compass Podcast with a bonus series highlighting some of our top episodes. Whether you're just jumping into a new homeschool year or you're well into your…

  8. Life-Giving Motherhood with Min Hwang (Best of the Podcast)

    · 54 min · Bonus

    This week we celebrate 6 years of the Homeschool Compass Podcast with a bonus series highlighting some of our top episodes. Whether you're just jumping into a new homeschool year or you're well into your homeschool…

  9. Reclaiming Childhood with Ainsley Arment

    · 36 min · S1 E69

    Ainsley Arment is a homeschooling mom of 5 and founder of Wild + Free, a community of homeschool mothers who have banded together to offer their children not only a quality education, but also a childhood filled with…

  10. Prayerful Homeschool Planning with Whitney Newby

    · 33 min · S1 E68

    Whitney Newby is a homeschooling mom of 4 kids and the founder of Brighter Day Press, a ministry that creates literature-rich, gospel-centered resources for family discipleship. In this conversation, Whitney shares how…

  11. You Are Qualified to Homeschool with Carrie De Francisco

    · 34 min · S1 E67

    Carrie De Francisco is an author, podcaster, homeschool coach, and “retired” home educator who lives in Southern California. She loves offering moms practical ways to simplify their homeschooling through her Coffee…

  12. Surrendering Your Homeschool to the Lord with Yvette Henry

    · 33 min · S1 E66

    Yvette Henry is a former classroom teacher turned homeschooling mom of 4, podcaster, and author of the new book, Release, Rest, Remain: A 30-Day Devotional to Embrace Abiding Over Striving. In this episode, Yvette…

  13. A Charlotte Mason Mother's Education with Beth Howard

    · 42 min · S1 E65

    Beth Howard is a Charlotte Mason homeschooling mother and founder of The Charlotte Mason Home. In this episode, Beth shares how a Charlotte Mason education is vital, not only for our children, but for us as well.…

  14. Homeschooling Through Doubts with Susan Seay

    · 46 min · S1 E64

    Susan Seay is a 25-year veteran home educator who has graduated 6 of her 7 children so far. She shares her homeschool wisdom in the book, Home Grown: Guidance and Inspiration for Navigating Your Homeschool Journey…

  15. Homeschooling Is Where the Real Education Is Happening with Dr. Jay Wile

    · 38 min · S1 E63

    Dr. Jay Wile holds a PhD in nuclear chemistry and has earned numerous awards for excellence in teaching and research. Dr. Wile is beloved in the homeschool community for his award-winning K-12 science curriculum,…

  16. The Redeemed Reader with Betsy Farquhar

    · 34 min · S1 E62

    Betsy Farquhar holds Masters degrees in Children’s Literature and Information and Library Science. She taught middle and high school English, homeschooled her three children, and has served on many book award…

  17. Preparing Room for Jesus in Your Homeschool This Advent with Lara Molettiere

    · 41 min · S1 E61

    Lara Molettiere is a Charlotte Mason homeschooling mom of 2 who believes that as mothers we are the gate-keepers, grace givers, and cultivators of our homes and that when we step into our God-given capacity, we are…

  18. Building a Strong Family Culture in Your Homeschool with Jessica Smartt

    · 34 min · S1 E60

    Jessica Smartt is the author of Memory-Making Mom, Let Them Be Kids, and her newest book, Come on Home. She graduated from Grove City College with an English degree, a religion minor, and a hankering to pour into kids.…

  19. Is Motherhood Worth the Sacrifice? You Bet Your Stretch Marks! with Abbie Halberstadt

    · 35 min · S1 E59

    Abbie Halberstadt is a happy wife, home educating mama to 10, and Bible-believing Christian. In this episode she has a message of encouragement for every mom who has ever doubted that she's making a difference. If you…

  20. Words Like Honey with Amy Hughes

    · 36 min · S1 E58

    Amy Hughes is a Charlotte Mason unschooling mama of 9 beautiful and unique children who makes her home on the central coast of California. Amy is a regular contributor to Wild + Free and 1000 Hours Outside, a highly…

  21. Building Your Family Culture Around Truth, Goodness, and Beauty with Christina Carpenter

    · 33 min · S1 E57

    Christina Carpenter is a homeschooling mom of 4 who is passionate about home education and cultivating intentional family culture. In this episode, Christina shares how she establishes a vision for her homeschool and…

  22. How to Disciple Your Preteen with Tricia Goyer

    · 40 min · S1 E56

    Tricia Goyer is a homeschooling mom of 10 children who believes that the preteen years are a prime window of opportunity for discipleship. This can be a turbulent time of big feelings and fluctuating hormones, but if…

  23. Homeschooling Has Been the Best Decision for Our Family with Melissa Ferguson

    · 25 min · S1 E55

    Melissa Ferguson is a homeschooling mom and best-selling author who lives in Tennessee in the sweet farmhouse you'll find at the center of her first children's book, Our Friendly Farmhouse. In this episode, Melissa…

  24. Reclaiming Quiet with Sarah Clarkson

    · 23 min · S1 E54

    Sarah Clarkson is a second-generation homeschooling mom who lives in Oxford, England with her Dutch husband, Thomas, and their 4 children. In this episode, Sarah shares with us about her new book, Reclaiming Quiet:…

  25. Cultivating Sabbath Rest as a Homeschool Mom with Eryn Lynum

    · 29 min · S1 E53

    Eryn Lynum is a homeschooling mom of 4, certified Master Naturalist, educator, and host of the popular podcast for kids, Nat Theo: Nature Lessons Rooted in the Bible. Today she joins us to talk about her new Bible…

  26. How to Help Your Kids Become Confident Writers with Julie Bogart

    · 29 min · S1 E52

    Julie Bogart is a prolific author, speaker, podcaster, and founder of the award-winning online writing program, Brave Writer, which has helped thousands of families around the world teach writing and language arts. A…

  27. It's Time to Talk to Your Kids About Porn with Greta Eskridge

    · 36 min · S1 E51

    Greta Eskridge is a second generation homeschooler, mom of 4, and author of the new book, It's Time to Talk to Your Kids About Porn. In this episode, you'll hear Greta's story of how pornography impacted her family and…

  28. Nurturing the Inner Life with Tales of Boldness and Faith with Leah Boden

    · 35 min · S1 E50

    Leah Boden is a veteran Charlotte Mason homeschooling mother of 4 teen and young adult children. In this episode, Leah shares the heart behind her new series of living books for children, Tales of Boldness and Faith,…

  29. Cultivating a Diverse Literary Life in Our Families with Amber O'Neal Johnston

    · 32 min · S1 E49

    Amber O'Neal Johnston is a Charlotte Mason homeschooling mom who makes her home in Georgia with her husband and four children. In this conversation, Amber shares her new book, Soul School: Taking Kids on a Joy-Filled…

  30. Raising Boys to Men with Durenda Wilson

    · 48 min · S1 E48

    Durenda Wilson is mom to 8, nana to 12, and author of the brand new book, Raising Boys to Men: A Simple, Mercifully Short Book on Raising and Homeschooling Boys. With over three decades of homeschool experience,…

  31. Leaving a Homeschool Legacy with Tiffany Jefferson

    · 1 h 02 min · S1 E47

    Tiffany Jefferson is a veteran homeschooling mom of 10 who has tasted the transformational fruit of being able give her children an education that is not only rooted in Scripture, but also prepares them for life. In…

  32. Homeschooling Neurodiverse Teens with Heather Woodie

    · 33 min · S1 E46

    Heather Woodie homeschooled her four children all the way through high school, navigating severe chronic illnesses, ADHD, autism, sensory processing disorder, anxiety, and depression. Now Heather is on a mission to…

  33. Home Is Right Where You Are with Ruth Chou Simons

    · 32 min · S1 E45

    Ruth Chou Simons is a mama to 6 boys, artist, author, Bible study teacher, and founder of Grace Laced, who uses her life and ministry to point people to the transforming power of the gospel. In this episode, Ruth…

  34. Creating a Life That’s More Engaging Than the Algorithm with Erin Loechner

    · 45 min · S1 E44

    Erin Loechner is a homeschooling mom, author, and founder of a global movement of families who are re-imagining their relationship to tech. In this conversation, Erin shares what it means to be an Opt-Out Family. She…

  35. The Joy of Slow with Leslie Martino

    · 40 min · S1 E43

    Leslie Martino is a brilliant thinker and writer with over 20 years of experience in the field of education. She is passionate about helping parents and teachers support children's learning in an interest-based and…

  36. Homeschool Planning with Lyndsey Mimnagh

    · 39 min · S1 E42

    Lyndsey Mimnagh is a homeschooling mom of four with a background in children's ministry and special needs education. Many of you know her as the creator of Treehouse Schoolhouse, where she shares living books, hands-on…

  37. Homeschooling Actually Does Work with Leigh Nguyen

    · 35 min · S1 E41

    Leigh Nguyen is a homeschooling mom of 3, including 2 homeschool graduates, and founder of Little By Little Homeschool. Leigh is passionate about encouraging families to create and embrace the homeschool lifestyle that…

  38. Habits for a Sacred Home with Jennifer Pepito

    · 25 min · S1 E40

    Jennifer Pepito is a homeschool veteran, mom of 7, founder of the Peaceful Press, host of the Restoration Home podcast, and author of two books for moms. In this episode, we discuss her latest book, Habits for a Sacred…

  39. Blending Charlotte Mason and Classical Education with Erin Cox

    · 45 min · S1 E39

    Erin is a joy-chasing homeschool mama to 4 children - young adult to early elementary. She believes that Charlotte Mason education and classical homeschooling don’t need to be kept separate. We can weave them together…

  40. Homeschooling High School with Carrie de Francisco

    · 41 min · S1 E38

    Carrie de Francisco is an author, speaker, and mom of 2 homeschool graduates. In this episode, she reminds us that our job is not to be perfect moms or phenomenal teachers. We are called to be faithful disciples, and…

  41. Holistic Health for Homeschool Moms with Evgeniia Arasim

    · 55 min · S1 E37

    Evgeniia Arasim is a homeschooling mom, holistic health coach and creator of the Nourished Motherhood Program. In this episode we discuss what it looks like to pursue long-term sustainable wellness as busy homeschool…

  42. Test Prep for Homeschoolers with Jean Burk

    · 50 min · S1 E36

    Jean Burk is a mom of 2 homeschool graduates and creator of the award-winning College Prep Genius program. In this episode, Jean shares how she helped her children access free college by acing their standardized tests…

  43. Nurturing Creative Kids with Carolyn Leiloglou

    · 30 min · S1 E35

    Carolyn Leiloglou is a homeschooling mom of 4 and best-selling author. You'll love her new middle grade fantasy novel, Beneath the Swirling Sky! Today we discuss why homeschooling provides the ideal environment for…

  44. Preparing for an Uncertain Future Through Play with Ginny Yurich

    · 48 min · S1 E34

    Ginny Yurich is a homeschooling mom of 5, lifelong Michigander, and founder of 1000 Hours Outside, a global movement designed to help families reclaim childhood and make outside play a priority. Ginny is the author of…

  45. Practicing Presence with Joy Prouty

    · 42 min · S1 E33

    Joy Prouty lives on a tiny island off the coast of Washington where she and her husband homeschool their 7 children. Joy is an artist, photographer, filmmaker, and mentor with a gift for inviting women into…

  46. Sacred Seasons with Danielle Hitchen

    · 27 min · S1 E32

    Danielle Hitchen is a homeschooling mom of 3 who longs for people to see and understand God’s big story in the everyday world around them. Today she shares her passion for church history and tradition with us as we…

  47. Rooted in Wonder with Eryn Lynum

    · 40 min · S1 E31

    Eryn Lynum is a homeschooling mom of 4, master naturalist, Bible teacher, and author of the new book, Rooted in Wonder: Nurturing Your Family's Faith Through God's Creation. In this conversation we discuss how we as…

  48. Hard Is Not the Same Thing As Bad with Abbie Halberstadt

    · 39 min · S1 E30

    Abbie Halberstadt is a happy wife, homeschooling mama to 10, bestselling author, blogger, and fitness instructor. But most importantly, she’s a Bible-believing Christian who desires to know God and make Him known. In…

  49. Hope for the Imperfect Homeschool Mom with Tiffany Wasson

    · 42 min · S1 E29

    Tiffany Wasson is a homeschooling mom of 2 and author of I Quit! Confessions of An Imperfect Homeschool Mom. Tiffany is passionate about helping others find their way toward Jesus, the one who holds all things…

  50. Teatime Discipleship with Sally Clarkson

    · 33 min · S1 E28

    Sally Clarkson is a wife, mother, best-selling author, speaker, podcaster, and mentor who has devoted her life to inspiring women to live for Christ. She and her husband, Clay, home educated their four children and are…

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