Homeschool Unrefined
257 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 180 ratingsAre you ready for a homeschooling experience you can enjoy? One with less stress and more fun? Are you ready to think differently about homeschool? Join Maren and Angela every Monday as we encourage each other, laugh, and get real about homeschool.
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206: Reframing Mental Health
April 22, 2024 06:00 - 28 minutes - 39.1 MBJoin us as we talk about reframing mental health! Caring for ourselves and teaching our children how to care for themselves is critical! In this episode, we talk about: A simple and effective general assessment to help you and your kids self-regulate during challenging times. The importance of knowing when you need a break and when you need a challenge. How to be proactive in talking with our kids about mental health. Advocating for our kids and knowing how best to support ...
205: A New Approach to Neurodivergent Learning (That Works For Everyone!)
April 08, 2024 06:00 - 31 minutes - 42.6 MBJoin us as we talk about a new approach to neurodivergent learning (that works for everyone!). We discuss the importance of meeting our kids where they’re at and cover learning practices that are good not only for neurodivergent kids, but for everyone! To help kids with learning differences (and anybody, for that matter!) it’s important to focus on: Connection Flexibility Fostering a love of learning Focusing on our child’s strengths This last season of our podcast is ...
204: 4 Homeschool Tentpoles
March 26, 2024 19:39 - 31 minutes - 43.5 MBJoin us as we discuss 4 Homeschool Tentpoles! These tentpoles help hold up our homeschooling structure. They’re like filters, helping us make decisions about what to prioritize and what to intentionally leave out. These are top-tier life skills and serve as a guide for our homeschool: Expansive thinking and inclusive practice Noticing the learning Rocking our strengths Critical thinking This last season of our podcast is for homeschooling parents, traditional school pa...
203: 5 Elements of Effective Learning
March 11, 2024 07:00 - 29 minutes - 41 MBJoin us as we talk about 5 elements of effective learning! The following 5 elements are foundational to true learning: Keeping things developmentally appropriate Prioritizing interest led learning Enjoyment Feeling safe and connected Flowing with free time This last season of our podcast is for homeschooling parents, traditional school parents, and everyone in between. This is our last season and definitely our best season! We’re here to show you how to: Identify le...
202: You Don't Need Our Permission, But...
December 05, 2022 07:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBJoin us as we talk about all things you should give yourself permission to do in homeschool - change, quit, protect, trust, and say yes. Fall 2022 Season Sponsors We are so grateful to our Fall 2022 Season Sponsors. Use the links below for their special offerings: Blossom & Root and use code HSUnrefined15 for 15% off your purchase Outschool and use code Unrefined for $20 off your first class Night Zookeeper for a 7-day, risk-free trial, as well as 50% off an annual ...
201: Homeschool and ADHD with Tanya Faisal
November 28, 2022 07:00 - 58 minutes - 53.3 MBJoin us as we talk with Tanya Faisal all about ADHD and homeschool. We’ll talk about what ADHD actually is, what it can look like, and how we can support our kids. Fall 2022 Season Sponsors We are so grateful to our Fall 2022 Season Sponsors. Use the links below for their special offerings: Blossom & Root and use code HSUnrefined15 for 15% off your purchase Outschool and use code Unrefined for $20 off your first class Night Zookeeper for a 7-day, risk-free trial, as...
200: Bonus: Outsourcing with Amir Nathoo
November 14, 2022 07:00 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MBJoin us as we talk all about outsourcing in our homeschools with Amir Nathoo, CEO of Outschool. Fall 2022 Season Sponsors We are so grateful to our Fall 2022 Season Sponsors. Use the links below for their special offerings: Blossom & Root and use code HSUnrefined15 for 15% off your purchase Outschool and use code Unrefined for $20 off your first class Night Zookeeper for a 7-day, risk-free trial, as well as 50% off an annual subscription LTWs Maren: Hex Per...
199: Let's Hear It For Quirky Kids
November 07, 2022 06:00 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MBJoin us as we talk all about quirky kids - what they are, what’s great about them and how we can encourage them. Fall 2022 Season Sponsors We are so grateful to our Fall 2022 Season Sponsors. Use the links below for their special offerings: Blossom & Root and use code HSUnrefined15 for 15% off your purchase Outschool and use code Unrefined for $20 off your first class Night Zookeeper for a 7-day, risk-free trial, as well as 50% off an annual subscription LTWs ...
198: Changing Our Minds with Julie Bogart
October 31, 2022 06:00 - 59 minutes - 54.5 MBThis week, Julie Bogart is back to talk all about changing our minds in parenting and homeschooling. Fall 2022 Season Sponsors We are so grateful to our Fall 2022 Season Sponsors. Use the links below for their special offerings: Blossom & Root and use code HSUnrefined15 for 15% off your purchase Outschool and use code Unrefined for $20 off your first class Night Zookeeper for a 7-day, risk-free trial, as well as 50% off an annual subscription LTWs Maren: G...
197: How We Homeschool With Robyn Robertson
October 24, 2022 06:00 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MBJoin us as we talk to Robyn Robertson about homeschooling, self-directed learning, world schooling and teens. Fall 2022 Season Sponsors We are so grateful to our Fall 2022 Season Sponsors. Use the links below for their special offerings: Blossom & Root and use code HSUnrefined15 for 15% off your purchase Outschool and use code Unrefined for $20 off your first class Night Zookeeper for a 7-day, risk-free trial, as well as 50% off an annual subscription LTWs ...
196: When Kids Push Back
October 17, 2022 06:00 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBJoin us as we talk about what to do when kids push back. When our kids push back, it can look disrespectful, mean or lazy... and their communication can be sub-par. We're here to help you excavate what's underneath that non-preferred behavior and really support you and your kids in getting what you all need. We’ll also talk about if it’s ever ok to push our kids. Fall 2022 Season Sponsors We are so grateful to our Fall 2022 Season Sponsors. Use the links below for their special offeri...
195: Bonus Episode: Sparking Inspiration with Josh Davidson
October 10, 2022 06:00 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MBJoin us as we talk about creative writing and inspiring our children with Josh Davidson. Fall 2022 Season Sponsors We are so grateful to our Fall 2022 Season Sponsors. Use the links below for their special offerings: Blossom & Root and use code HSUnrefined15 for 15% off your purchase Outschool and use code Unrefined for $20 off your first class Night Zookeeper for a 7-day, risk-free trial, as well as 50% off an annual subscription LTWs Maren: Warby Parker ...
194: How We Homeschool With Camille Kirksey
October 03, 2022 06:00 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MBJoin us today as we have a conversation with Camille Kirksey, the Intuitive Homeschooler, about what her homeschool life looks like. Fall 2022 Season Sponsors We are so grateful to our Fall 2022 Season Sponsors. Use the links below for their special offerings: Blossom & Root and use code HSUnrefined15 for 15% off your purchase Outschool and use code Unrefined for $20 off your first class Night Zookeeper for a 7-day, risk-free trial, as well as 50% off an annual subs...
Clip: September Check In
September 29, 2022 06:00 - 7 minutes - 6.75 MBMaren & Angela are checking in with each other on what's going well, what's hard right now and how their self-care is going. You can listen to the entire episode at patreon.com/homeschoolunrefined
193: Your Unique Homeschool
September 26, 2022 06:00 - 36 minutes - 33 MBJoin Maren & Angela as they remind you to cut out the noise, adjust your expectations, and embrace your unique homeschool. Fall 2022 Season Sponsors We are so grateful to our Fall 2022 Season Sponsors. Use the links below for their special offerings: Blossom & Root and use code HSUnrefined15 for 15% off your purchase Outschool and use code Unrefined for $20 off your first class Night Zookeeper for a 7-day, risk-free trial, as well as 50% off an annual subscription ...
Clip: September Q&P: Kids & Social Media
September 15, 2022 06:00 - 7 minutes - 6.72 MBFor our Patreon September Q&P, we answered this question from Michelle: Have you done an episode on kids and social media? How do you make decisions on when your kids are ready for it and what type of conversations/actions do you take to help them be physically and emotionally safe on the apps? To hear the rest of this conversation, sign up for Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/homeschoolunrefined To get our FREE Inclusive Booklist, go to https://www.homeschoolunrefined.com/newsletter...
Clip: August Check-In
August 25, 2022 06:00 - 5 minutes - 7.56 MBMaren & Angela are checking in with each other on what's going well, what's hard right now and how their self-care is going. You can listen to the entire episode at patreon.com/homeschoolunrefined
Clip: August Q&P: Neurodivergence + Homeschool
August 11, 2022 06:00 - 4 minutes - 6.74 MBToday we process through this question from a listener: I'd love to hear more about neurodivergence and homeschooling. I have one (probably) neurotypical kid and one who is neurodivergent. Things that would be great to hear about: evaluations/diagnosis, support kids with different needs, how not to feel so alone when you have a kid who can't do typical homeschool things (it's hard to find meaningful connections when a lot of groups don't work for us). I know a lot of this can apply to any ...
192: Most-Loved Episodes #1: Where We Empower Kids to Self-Evaluate
August 01, 2022 06:00 - 54 minutes - 74.6 MBWe're sharing some of the most-loved episodes from our archives. Here's #1! To find out more about the Back To School Summit, you can either head to patreon.com/homeschoolunrefined or our website at homeschoolunrefined.com/summit We do two episodes a week—this is our free one. Join us on Patreon to unlock a NEW episode every week for just $5/month! #1: Where We Empower Kids to Self-Evaluate This episode originally aired on September 10, 2018. This week, we dive into...
Clip: Summer & Letting Go
July 28, 2022 06:00 - 8 minutes - 11.3 MBWe've been feeling the need for a conversation on our summer expectations for our families and how we're letting summer just be what it wants to be. We came into this summer with ideas and plans and routines and rules for our kids. We talk honestly about how summer has turned out differently than what we expected and how that's okay. We hope this resonates with you! To listen to this entire conversation, go to patreon.com/homeschoolunrefined
191: Most-Loved Episodes #2: The Reluctant Learner
July 25, 2022 06:00 - 51 minutes - 70.8 MBWe're sharing some of the most-loved episodes from our archives. Here's #2! To find out more about the Back To School Summit, you can either head to patreon.com/homeschoolunrefined or our website at homeschoolunrefined.com/summit We do two episodes a week—this is our free one. Join us on Patreon to unlock a NEW episode every week for just $5/month! #2: The Reluctant Learner This episode originally aired on November 1, 2021. “How do I get my kid to ____?” "Why won't ...
Mini Bonus Episode: LTW's & Back To School Summit
July 22, 2022 06:00 - 10 minutes - 13.8 MBWelcome to our mid-summer check in where we talk about a couple of LTW's and our Back to School Summit! Hello Homeschool Unrefined Listeners! We hope summer is treating you well and that you are enjoying our Best of Homeschool Unrefined countdown. We know that summer as a homeschooler often means thinking and planning for fall back to school time. We’ve been thinking about all of you too during this time and want you to know - We’ve got you! with a couple of different opportunities. Fi...
Clip: July LTW Extra
July 21, 2022 06:00 - 20 minutes - 28.1 MBIn Patreon this week we're talking all about what we're currently loving from movies to tv to books to products. To listen to this entire conversation, go to patreon.com/homeschoolunrefined To get the Back To School Summit, please join us on Patreon at patreon.com/homeschoolunrefined
190: Most-Loved Episodes #3: Where We Confess Our Biggest Homeschool Mistake
July 18, 2022 06:00 - 49 minutes - 39.8 MBWe're sharing some of the most-loved episodes from our archives. Here's #3! We do two episodes a week—this is our free one. Join us on Patreon to unlock a NEW episode every week for just $5/month! #3: Where We Confess Our Biggest Homeschool Mistake This episode originally aired on March 19, 2018. It's time to confess! In this episode Angela and Maren divulge the one thing they wish they could do over. As usual, they do this with lots of grace. Listen in to hear what they ...
Clip: Angela's Teen On Homeschool, Public School & Neurodivergence
July 14, 2022 13:00 - 4 minutes - 6.74 MBWe're so excited to share this episode! In Patreon this week, Angela's 17 year old joins us for a conversation about being a formerly homeschooled teen now going into her senior year in public school. We talk about all that and much more. To listen to the entire conversation, go to patreon.com/homeschoolunrefined
189: Most-Loved Episodes #4: A Harmonious Homeschool
July 11, 2022 06:00 - 50 minutes - 40.8 MBWe're sharing some of the most-loved episodes from our archives. Here's #4! We do two episodes a week—this is our free one. Join us on Patreon to unlock a NEW episode every week for just $5/month! #4: A Harmonious Homeschool This episode originally aired on November 9, 2020. We see these comments pop up in every homeschool Facebook group: "How do I get my kid to do their work?" "My kid is fighting with me about doing math." "Homeschool is hurting my relationships with my ...
Clip: July Check-In
July 07, 2022 06:00 - 5 minutes - 7.25 MBWelcome to our monthly Patreon episode where we process what's going well, what's hard right now and how our self-care is going. We talk specifically about: being the good kind of busy summer routines when your kid just isn't that into you (right now) Subscribe and listen to the full episode now at patreon.com/homeschoolunrefined
Clip: June Q&P: Rapid-fire Homeschool Edition
June 30, 2022 06:00 - 5 minutes - 7.22 MBIn Patreon this week, Maren & Angela are processing through a handful of homeschool questions, rapid-fire style. These are such GREAT questions - we loved them. Thanks for sending them in. If YOU have any questions for us, please ask away. A comment or dm will work! Subscribe and listen to the full episode now at patreon.com/homeschoolunrefined
188: Most-Loved Episodes #5: Where We Give Ourselves Credit
June 27, 2022 06:00 - 50 minutes - 40.1 MBWe're sharing some of the most-loved episodes from our archives. Here's #5! We do two episodes a week—this is our free one. Join us on Patreon to unlock a NEW episode every week for just $5/month! #5: Where We Give Ourselves Credit This episode originally aired on January 8, 2018. In this episode, we reflect on how much of the work we do as homeschooling parents is intangible and not easily measured or noticed. We talk all about why it is important to give ourselves cred...
Clip: June LTW Extra
June 23, 2022 06:00 - 4 minutes - 6.71 MBIn Patreon this week, Maren and Angela start off with a some quick processing of Angela's Europe trip and then move on to our LTW's for the week. This episode is packed with recommendations for shows, books, podcasts, clothes and more! Subscribe and listen to the full episode now at patreon.com/homeschoolunrefined
187: Most-Loved Episodes #6: Where We Begin with Deschooling
June 20, 2022 06:00 - 56 minutes - 45.4 MBWe're sharing some of the most-loved episodes from our archives. Here's #6! We do two episodes a week—this is our free one. Join us on Patreon to unlock a NEW episode every week for just $5/month! #6: Where We Begin with Deschooling This episode originally aired on January 27, 2020. So, like, what even is deschooling?! The fact is this: We are immersed in a schooled mindset. It's the air we breathe, the water we swim in. Deschooling is a way to reprogram our thinking about lear...
Clip: Maren Interviews Her Mom
June 16, 2022 06:08 - 5 minutes - 7.22 MBIn Patreon this week, Maren sits down for a chat with her mom, Peggy Jones. Peggy is a life-long learner and just a hoot! She has always been exploring and has taken on many roles in education throughout her years. Listen in to hear some fun stories and learn how Peggy's experiences has shown her how children learn best! This conversation just might be the highlight of your week.
186: Most-Loved Episodes #7: Where Audiobooks Count
June 13, 2022 06:00 - 57 minutes - 46.3 MBWe're sharing some of the most-loved episodes from our archives. Here's #7! We do two episodes a week—this is our free one. Join us on Patreon to unlock a NEW episode every week for just $5/month! #7: Where Audiobooks Count This episode originally aired on February 24, 2020. "Do audiobooks count?" We're here to shout it from the rooftops: YES! Listening to audiobooks, or "ear-reading" as it's also known, is a valuable and legitimate form of reading, with some of its own uni...
185: Most-Loved Episodes #8: What We Don't Do
June 06, 2022 06:00 - 58 minutes - 46.6 MBWe're sharing some of the most-loved episodes from our archives. Here's #8! We do two episodes a week—this is our free one. Join us on Patreon to unlock a NEW episode every week for just $5/month! #8: What We Don't Do This episode originally aired on May 15, 2017. Having a Don't Do list is just as important as having a To Do List and today we are hashing that all out. In order to do the things you love to do, there are going to be things you can't do. What things are on...
Clip: Homeschool Conversation with Angela's Sister
May 26, 2022 06:01 - 5 minutes - 7.15 MBYou’re in for a treat today! Angela is talking with her sister Andrea all about homeschooling and other fun stuff. Andrea is a longtime homeschooling parent to two kids ages 12 and 9, living in Florida. They talk about why Andrea homeschools, the curriculum she uses, how they find community, how she takes care of herself and more. They also talk about what Andrea’s reading, watching and listening to. Subscribe and listen to the full episode now at patreon.com/homeschoolunrefined
184: Most-Loved Episodes #9: Where We Make it Fun
May 23, 2022 06:00 - 45 minutes - 36.7 MBWe're sharing some of the most-loved episodes from our archives. Here's #9! We do two episodes a week—this is our free one. Join us on Patreon to unlock a NEW episode every week for just $5/month! #9: Where We Make It Fun This episode originally aired on September 3, 2018. We are reminding ourselves to take joy in the beginning of the school year! We’re going to prioritize connection first, not our to-do list. Learning happens best when everyone’s in a good mood and feels...
Clip: May LTW Extra with Jill Jarvis
May 19, 2022 06:00 - 5 minutes - 7.49 MBThis is our monthly LTW Extra episode where we talk about ALL the things we're currently loving. Subscribe and listen to the full episode now at patreon.com/homeschoolunrefined
183: Most-Loved Episodes #10: Where We Think Differently About Homeschool
May 16, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 48.6 MBWe're sharing some of the most-loved episodes from our archives. Here's #10! We do two episodes a week—this is our free one. Join us on Patreon to unlock a NEW episode every week for just $5/month! #10: Where We Think Differently About Homeschool This episode originally aired on March 25, 2019. Most of us want a homeschool experience that's more than just school at home. But it can be overwhelming, even scary, to change our entire mindset about learning and schooling. So we...
Clip: Screens and Devices
May 12, 2022 13:40 - 5 minutes - 7.22 MBIn this episode we talk all about everyone's favorite topic - screens and devices. Spoiler Alert: We're struggling! Listen in as we process through how we got here and how we're trying to make things better. Subscribe and listen to the full episode now at patreon.com/homeschoolunrefined.
182: Most-Loved Episodes #11: Where We Honor Authenticity
May 09, 2022 06:00 - 46 minutes - 37.5 MBWe're sharing some of the most-loved episodes from our archives. Here's #11! We do two episodes a week—this is our free one. Join us on Patreon to unlock a NEW episode every week for just $5/month! #11: Where We Honor Authenticity This episode originally aired on February 25, 2019. Today, we honor our authentic selves and yours! Do you love to plan? Or are you more fly by the seat of your pants? Do you love to knit? Play games? Read aloud? Adventure? Whatever you do, ...
Clip: May Check-In (plus a tween/teen parenting class)
May 05, 2022 12:33 - 7 minutes - 9.8 MBOur monthly episode where we talk about what's going well, what's hard right now, and how self-care is going. More info about the parenting class on our Instagram page. Subscribe and listen to the full episode now at patreon.com/homeschoolunrefined.
181: Most-Loved Episodes #12: Where We Marie Kondo Our Homeschool
May 02, 2022 06:00 - 46 minutes - 37 MBWe're sharing some of the most-loved episodes from our archives. Here's #12! We do two episodes a week—this is our free one. Join us on Patreon to unlock a NEW episode every week for just $5/month! #12: Where We Marie Kondo Our Homeschool This episode originally aired on February 11, 2019. Sure, you’re Marie Kondo-ing your sock drawer, but what about your homeschool? In this episode, we talk about why we all might want to consider using Marie Kondo’s simplifying technique on ...
180: Most-Loved Episodes #13: Where We Hit the Road
April 25, 2022 06:00 - 48 minutes - 38.6 MBWe're sharing some of the most-loved episodes from our archives. Here's #13! We do two episodes a week—this is our free one. Join us on Patreon to unlock a NEW episode every week for just $5/month! #13: Where We Hit the Road This episode originally aired on May 20, 2019. With recent and upcoming trips fresh on our minds, we’re taking this show on the road and talking all about homeschool + travel! How do our kids learn through travel? Do our travel activities have to be “aca...
Clip: April LTWs
April 21, 2022 06:00 - 5 minutes - 7.56 MBApril's favorite shows, movies, podcasts, books, and more! Subscribe and listen to the full episode now at patreon.com/homeschoolunrefined.
179: Most-Loved Episodes #14: When Hobbies Are Your Homeschool
April 18, 2022 06:00 - 40 minutes - 32.7 MBWe're sharing some of the most-loved episodes from our archives. Here's #14! We do two episodes a week—this is our free one. Join us on Patreon to unlock a NEW episode every week for just $5/month! #14: When Hobbies Are Your Homeschool This episode originally aired on March 29, 2021. When there’s joy, there’s learning! We're talking all about hobbies in our homeschool: the why, the how, and all the ways these seemingly trivial activities and interests can actually unlock ...
Clip: Teens & Pop Culture
April 14, 2022 12:18 - 5 minutes - 7.42 MBProcessing this question from Essie: "What do we need to know about pop culture for raising teens?" Subscribe and listen to the full episode now at patreon.com/homeschoolunrefined.
178: Most-Loved Episodes #15: Raising Confident Kids (Raising Ourselves, Too)
April 11, 2022 06:00 - 53 minutes - 43.2 MBWe're sharing some of the most-loved episodes from our archives. Here's #15! We do two episodes a week—this is our free one. Join us on Patreon to unlock a NEW episode every week for just $5/month! #15: Raising Confident Kids (Raising Ourselves, Too) This episode originally aired on October 12, 2020. Raising confident kids can be inconvenient, uncomfortable, and challenging--but it's so worth it! And we can't talk about raising confident kids without talking about raising...
Clip: April Check-In
April 07, 2022 06:00 - 5 minutes - 7.42 MBOur monthly episode where we talk about what's going well, what's hard right now, and how self-care is going. Subscribe and listen to the full episode now at patreon.com/homeschoolunrefined.
177: Most-Loved Episodes #16: Where We Let Go of Perfectionism
April 04, 2022 06:00 - 48 minutes - 38.8 MBWe're sharing some of the most-loved episodes from our archives. Here's #16! We do two episodes a week—this is our free one. Join us on Patreon to unlock a NEW episode every week for just $5/month! #16: Where We Let Go of Perfectionism This episode originally aired on Sep 11, 2017. In this episode we talk all about the ways we can get perfectionistic in homeschooling and parenting. Striving for excellence is one thing but that can easily slide into perfectionism. We talk abo...
176: Most-Loved Episodes #17: Where Autopilot Save the Day
March 28, 2022 07:00 - 42 minutes - 34.4 MBWe're sharing some of the most-loved episodes from our archives. Here's #17! We do two episodes a week—this is our free one. Join us on Patreon to unlock a NEW episode every week for just $5/month! #17: Where Autopilot Save the Day This episode originally aired on November 13, 2017. Do you need to simplify your days? Or do you need something easy to get you through a stressful day, week or season? Today Maren and Angela talk about the idea of Autopilot and how they use it t...