Homeschool Yourself
HOMESCHOOL YOURSELF celebrates the importance of self-education and lifelong learning, which are essential for parents who want to provide a socially conscious education for their children. Our episodes, often featuring expert guests, are designed to encourage, educate, and empower you as you homeschool.
Episodes
12 episodes
Slow Down Will You?
What if we've been approaching education all wrong? What if the race to cover more material, check more boxes, and meet arbitrary benchmarks is actually preventing our children from experiencing the deep, transformative learning they deserve?
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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51:58
Are You Ready to Start Homeschooling?
Stepping into homeschooling is a big leap—especially for families of color navigating spaces that often weren’t built with them in mind. In this episode, Elan Page, founder of Homeschool Our Way, shares how she helps Black families and other fa...
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Episode 10
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32:19
Are you planning for college like it's still 2005?
Remember when college applications meant taking the SAT and waiting for brochures to arrive in your mailbox? That world is long gone. Today's college admissions landscape has transformed into something barely recognizable to those of us who wen...
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Episode 9
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54:38
Can Kids Grow Up Whole in a Digital World?
What if the answer to digital parenting concerns isn't about screen time limits or monitoring apps, but about understanding human development itself? In this eye-opening conversation, Diana Graber, author of "Raising Humans in a Digital World" ...
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24:20
How Do You Introduce Hard Topics in an Age-Appropriate Way?
How can we guide our children to understand and appreciate the diverse world around them through literature? Join us as we explore this compelling question with Amber, diving into the transformative power of stories. From picture books introduc...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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26:35
How Can You Avoid Misrepresenting Native People in Your Homeschool?
Unlock the secrets to an inclusive homeschool curriculum with our special guest, Kelly Tudor, who shares indispensable advice on Native representation. Learn how to identify and avoid harmful stereotypes by sourcing materials directly from Nati...
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Episode 6
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25:44
How Can We Correct Misconceptions About Native American Culture?
Can you imagine a world where the stories you heard in school about Native American communities are completely redefined? This episode features a poignant conversation with Kelly Tudor, an educator and proud member of the Lippon Apache tribe of...
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33:14
Are You Willing to Change Your Mind?
Have you ever stood at the crossroads of stubbornness and enlightenment, where the choice to shift your mindset seems both daunting and liberating? That's where we find ourselves today on Homeschool Yourself, as I take you through the twists an...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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5:20
How Does Historical Fiction Help Kids Learn About History?
In a world where our present is inextricably linked to our past, literature serves as a bridge connecting the two. In a recent podcast episode, Alda Dobbs, an author revered for her poignant historical fiction, discusses the profound impact the...
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Episode 3
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25:18
What Will Your Gray-Haired Self Say?
A conversation between two wise seniors that I overheard gave me some unexpected inspiration. Their exchange, rich with the essence of lifelong learning and the courage to evolve, unraveled a reflection within me that I'm thrilled to share with...
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Episode 2
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3:00
How can your home become an incubator for learning?
In this episode, Delina Pryce McPhaull talks to Amber O'Neal Johnston about making your home an incubator for learning. They discuss the importance of creating a home culture where children feel a sense of belonging. Amber emphasizes the signif...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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