Episodes

  • Let There Be Play!

    Let There Be Play!
    Apr 28 2026
    We all know play is important for the development of our children, but do we know why and how to incorporate play into our homeschool day? Join Renee and Karen as they chat with Rachel Woodham about her soon-to-be-published book, Let There Be Play. Rachel discusses the nature of play and how it is necessary to the development of virtue and the moral imagination.

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    41 mins
  • Introducing a new book on classical education: Things Glorious and Ruinous

    Introducing a new book on classical education: Things Glorious and Ruinous
    Apr 21 2026
    Author and educator Mark Signorelli joins Renee and Karen to discuss his new book, Things Glorious and Ruinous, Considering Classical Education Amidst Cultural Decay. Listen as they talk about the benefits of a classical education, including, as Mark writes in his book, "What is it the classical educator is preparing her students for? For happiness. And how does one learn to be happy in the future? By learning to be happy now. Happiness is a way of being in the world...." Be encouraged to continue the good work of educating your children.

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    41 mins
  • Have You Dreamed of Homesteading?

    Have You Dreamed of Homesteading?
    Apr 7 2026
    Listen as Renee and Karen chat with homeschool mom, Suzy Laskey, about their family farm in Michigan that started with a square foot garden and a dream. She describes how tending the animals and participating in the work of farm life have enriched her family and her homeschool. You might want to start a garden and get some chickens!

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    29 mins
  • When knowledge pays off.... literally!

    When knowledge pays off.... literally!
    Mar 31 2026
    In this episode, Renee describes her experience of being a winning contestant on a popular TV game show! She shares how she put her study skills to use in preparation and how she has used her experience to aid her students in preparing for exams and other challenges.

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    36 mins
  • Check out CLT!

    Check out CLT!
    Mar 24 2026
    Listen as Renee and Karen chat with Kimberly Farley, representative for the Classic Learning Test. This may be just what your family needs to navigate the world of academic assessments for college entrance, as well as testing for grades 3-8. We are sure you will find this conversation informative and also encouraging as you hear how well homeschoolers are doing academically.

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    34 mins
  • Support for those Postpartum Days

    Support for those Postpartum Days
    Mar 17 2026
    In this episode, Renee and Karen are joined by Vanessa Priestner, labor and delivery nurse and homeschool mom. They discuss the needs of the postpartum mom, offer tips for finding rest and support, and explain the signs of PPD as opposed to the "baby blues". If you are in that season now, or if you are supporting a new mom, Vanessa's advice will be helpful to you.

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    33 mins
  • Favorite books of 2025!

    Favorite books of 2025!
    Feb 24 2026
    Sometimes it is helpful to hear what other people are reading, their favorite books and authors, to be inspired to pick up a new book. We hope you enjoy this episode in which we share our favorites!

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    48 mins
  • Sign Them Up! Sports and the Homeschool Family

    Sign Them Up! Sports and the Homeschool Family
    Feb 11 2026
    Listen as Renee and Karen chat with guest, Amanda Kenter, who makes a convincing case for the importance of sports and physical activities in the formation of our kids. She explains the benefits of sports and how you can fit them in with your family dynamics, goals, and time commitments.

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    34 mins