Ep. 122 - Working Moms, Curriculum Choices, and Homeschool Structure | Live Q&A
Season 1 · Episode 122
Thursday, June 18, 2026 • Duration 37:04
You've been up at midnight Googling curriculum, schedule templates, and whether you're doing enough. That stops here. In this Summer Homeschool Help Desk Live Q&A, homeschool expert Christy-Faith — author of Homeschool Rising and a homeschooling mom of four who also works full time — answers real questions from real moms on curriculum choices, daily structure, living books, reading gaps, toddlers underfoot, and how to stop doing it all yourself.
How working moms make homeschooling work — and why "sourcing" is the real secret
How to choose curriculum strategically so you're not teaching every subject yourself
Why kids need structure (backed by 70 years of child psychology research) and what it actually looks like
How to handle naysayers and skeptics who question your homeschool decision
How to teach history in a way kids love — spines, living books, and picture books explained
What to do if your child is behind in reading or has a suspected learning disability
How to manage homeschooling when you have toddlers in the house
Why the Christy-Faith List is the homeschool resource you didn't know you needed
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(22:00) - When Other Homeschool Moms Judge Your Choices
(24:00) - Teaching History Across Age Gaps
(27:00) - Spines, Living Books & How to Use Both
(28:00) - Reading Disabilities, Dyslexia & When to Seek Help
(32:00) - Homeschooling with Toddlers in the House
(35:20) - Multisensory Curriculum & Final Questions
(36:20) - Closing Encouragement
Ep. 121 - Are You Sheltering Your Kids or Giving Them What They Need? | Live Q&A
Season 1 · Episode 121
Thursday, June 11, 2026 • Duration 01:03:52
You've heard the question — maybe from a relative, a neighbor, or a stranger at a party: aren't you sheltering your kids? In this archived Summer Homeschool Help Desk live Q&A, homeschool expert Christy-Faith answers real questions from real homeschool moms and unpacks the difference between sheltering your kids and "greenhousing" them — protecting them while they grow strong. Because a strong homeschool was never about the perfect curriculum. It's about a secure, confident mom who knows her why.
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In this episode, you'll learn:
The difference between sheltering your kids and "greenhousing" them
Why a strong homeschool isn't built on the perfect curriculum
How to become a secure, confident homeschool leader who knows her "why"
How to handle the pressure to prove your kids are keeping up
Why trauma doesn't build resilient adults — but healthy challenge does
How to find your homeschool style (and why it matters before you buy curriculum)
When reading struggles mean it's time to get an evaluation
Real questions from real homeschool moms in the Summer Homeschool Help Desk
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Ep. 112 - Why Homeschooled Kids Are Better Prepared for an AI World Than Anyone Realizes // Lisa Nehring
Season 1 · Episode 112
Thursday, April 9, 2026 • Duration 43:02
My son Lincoln has wanted to be an attorney since he could pronounce the word. Then AI happened — and everything changed. In this episode, Christy-Faith sits down with Lisa Nehring — 30-year homeschool veteran and founder of True North Homeschool Academy — to talk about what jobs AI will replace, which fields are growing, whether college is still worth it, and why homeschool families already have the structural edge. This is Part 1 of 2.
What the Fourth Industrial Revolution actually is — and why AI is different from every revolution before it
Which white collar jobs are most at risk (and how fast the timeline really is)
8 emerging job areas your kids should be building toward right now
What jobs AI can't replace — and why the "empath economy" is quietly exploding
The college question: why 25% of colleges are expected to close in the next 10 years
What homeschooling gives our kids that no classroom can — and why it matters more than ever
How Lincoln is already getting ahead with an accredited bachelor's degree while still in high school
What's coming in Part 2: the 5 exact skills every kid needs to succeed in an AI world
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Ep. 22 - From Struggle to Success: Building Confidence in Math // Pat Murray
Season 1 · Episode 22
Wednesday, July 17, 2024 • Duration 01:01:48
Christy-Faith interviews Pat Murray, a trailblazer in educational innovation, who shares his journey from being a high school math teacher to creator of groundbreaking online math programs. He emphasizes the importance of finding the best way to teach math to engage and help students succeed. Pat's short and concise videos, along with interactive pen-and-paper practice, provide effective instruction. He encourages parents to identify and fill in any gaps in their child's math foundation. Pat's approach focuses on building confidence and achieving success, which can lead to overall happiness and growth in other areas of life. Christy-Faith and Pat discuss math anxiety, the importance of patience and persistence, and the value of knowing times tables. Pat shares his thoughts on the future of artificial intelligence in math education and the need for human connection. Overall, the conversation provides insights and strategies for parents and educators to support math learning.
Takeaways:
38% of primary school teachers struggle with math themselves, highlighting the need for effective math instruction in homeschooling.
Short and concise math videos, along with pen-and-paper practice, can help students understand and retain math concepts.
Identifying and filling in gaps in a child's math foundation is crucial for success in math.
Building confidence and achieving success in math can lead to overall happiness and growth in other areas of life. Math anxiety is a real issue that many students and even teachers face. Patience, persistence, and a positive attitude are key in overcoming math anxiety.
Knowing times tables and having automaticity with math facts can boost confidence and problem-solving skills in math.
Number filling puzzles can be a fun and engaging activity for students to practice math skills.
Explicit instruction is essential in math education, providing clear and concise teaching that helps students build a solid foundation.
Artificial intelligence can play a role in math education by providing personalized learning experiences and access to instructional videos.
Ep. 21 - Alternative Career Roadmaps (Part 1 of 2) // Hannah Maruyama
Season 1 · Episode 21
Thursday, June 27, 2024 • Duration 31:25
Christy-Faith interviews Hannah Maruyama of Degree Free, who helps young adults find career roadmaps without needing college degrees. They discuss the flaws of the academic industrial complex and the misconception that college degrees are necessary for success. They also touch on the pressure homeschooling parents face to prepare their children for college and the importance of considering alternative paths. Hannah shares her own homeschooling experience and emphasizes the need to challenge societal norms and make strategic choices for our children's futures.
Takeaways:
Colleges and universities often fail to teach critical thinking skills, as evidenced by the high failure rate of a test designed to assess these skills.
The academic industrial complex is a system that profits from student debt and often fails to provide value in terms of job training and critical thinking education.
Parents should consider alternative paths to college for their children, as college degrees are not always necessary for success and can lead to significant debt burdens.
Homeschooling parents may feel pressure to prepare their children for college, but it is important to challenge societal norms and consider alternative career roadmaps.
Strategic choices and individualized career plans can lead to fulfilling and successful futures without the need for a traditional college education.
About today’s guest:
Hannah Maruyama and her husband Ryan build custom career roadmaps to help 16-20 year olds get great jobs without needing colleges degrees. They also run Degree Free, a top U.S. Careers podcast!
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Ep. 20 - Debunking Myths and Misconceptions About Speech Therapy (Part 2 of 2) // Amanda Owens
Season 1 · Episode 20
Thursday, June 13, 2024 • Duration 41:45
We continue the conversation in Part 2 about empowering parents in the speech therapy process. Homeschooling can be the best option for speech and language development, as it allows for more individualized attention and conversation with adults. However, the current system of speech therapy in schools is often ineffective due to large caseloads and limited time with each child. Homeschooling parents who need speech therapy for their children can explore alternative options such as finding a smaller clinic or one-on-one therapist, looking for government assistance or scholarship programs, or considering online therapy. It is important for speech language pathologists to empower parents and involve them in the therapy process, as they play a crucial role in their child's progress. Additionally, there is a need for more training and awareness about the impact of tongue ties and orofacial myofunctional disorders on speech development. The traditional model of speech therapy may need to be reevaluated and adapted to better serve the needs of homeschooling families.
Takeaways:
Homeschooling can provide a conducive environment for speech and language development.
The current system of speech therapy in schools is often ineffective due to large caseloads and limited time with each child.
Homeschooling parents can explore alternative options for speech therapy, such as smaller clinics, one-on-one therapists, government assistance, scholarship programs, and online therapy.
Speech language pathologists should empower parents and involve them in the therapy process.
There is a need for more training and awareness about the impact of tongue ties and orofacial myofunctional disorders on speech development.
The traditional model of speech therapy may need to be reevaluated and adapted to better serve the needs of homeschooling families.
About today’s guest:
Amanda Owens is a proud homeschool graduate, quirky creative speech language pathologist, and grateful homeschool mom of four small children. She takes solid speech therapy research and clinical insight and packages it into accessible tools and training for homeschool parents, empowering them to do more with speech therapy at home.
Ep. 19 - Debunking Myths and Misconceptions About Speech Therapy (Part 1 of 2)// Amanda Owens
Season 1 · Episode 19
Thursday, June 6, 2024 • Duration 36:21
Amanda Owens joins Christy-Faith to discuss speech therapy, homeschooling, parent involvement in speech therapy, and the challenges of speech therapy in schools. The conversation emphasizes the importance of early intervention and the role of parents in speech therapy success. Misconceptions about speech delays are debunked and the impact of genetics on speech and language development are discussed.
Takeaways:
Early intervention in speech therapy is vital for a child's development.
Parents play a crucial role in the success of speech therapy for their children.
Genetics can have a significant impact on speech and language development.
Misconceptions about speech delays and socialization need to be addressed in the context of homeschooling and speech therapy.
About today’s guest:
Amanda Owens is a proud homeschool graduate, quirky creative speech language pathologist, and grateful homeschool mom of four small children. She takes solid speech therapy research and clinical insight and packages it into accessible tools and training for homeschool parents, empowering them to do more with speech therapy at home.
It’s time to defeat homeschool doubt and second-guessing forever.
Ep. 18 - Unlock the Secrets to Swim Safety: A Must-SEE for Every Parent! // Selena Willows
Season 1 · Episode 18
Saturday, June 1, 2024 • Duration 54:07
Christy-Faith and Selena Willows discuss the importance of swim safety for children, the impact of drowning incidents, the personal journey of the expert, misconceptions about water safety, and the use of floaties. It emphasizes the need for parents to be educated about drowning and water safety, and the role of proper training in teaching children to swim. Selena Minogue discusses the importance of swim safety for children and her innovative method of teaching children to swim. She contrasts her approach with traditional swim programs and emphasizes the need for children to be capable swimmers rather than just comfortable in the water.
Takeaways:
88% of children that drown are near water with at least one adult present.
70% of toddler drownings occur during non-swim time.
Proper training can help children become comfortable and capable in the water.
Understanding drowning and water safety is crucial for parents.
The use of floaties should be approached with caution and supervision. The importance of teaching children to be capable swimmers, not just comfortable in the water
The contrast between traditional swim programs and Selena Minogue's innovative approach
The need for a healthy respect and reverence for the water to prevent drowning
Empowering parents to teach their children to swim using a world-class method
The impact of swim safety on children's confidence and capability in the water
About today’s guest:
Selena, owner of Swim to Safety, is a water safety and education expert with over 29 years of experience teaching all ages in the water. Through her proprietary method she has helped thousands of parents find calm and joy around the water knowing that their children are not only comfortable but also capable in the water.
Selena coaches parents and instructors to teach children to swim in as few as ten lessons and runs the only guaranteed learn to swim program in the world! Find Selena at For the Podcast Listeners 15% off the program: CHRISTYFAITHPODCAST15
Ep. 17 - Preparing Your Kids for a Rapidly Changing Job Market (Part 2 of 2) // Lisa Nehring
Season 1 · Episode 17
Thursday, May 23, 2024 • Duration 34:34
In part 2 of the conversation, Christy Faith and Lisa Nehring emphasize the importance of giving children space to have different ideas, teaching them logic and critical thinking skills, and avoiding the pressure to fill their education with excessive information. They also discuss the benefits of outdoor activities and self-regulatory play for children's development. The conversation highlights the need to reimagine education and prepare children to be autodidacts who can adapt and learn independently in a rapidly changing world.
Takeaways:
Give children space to have different ideas and teach them logic and critical thinking skills.
Avoid the pressure to fill children's education with excessive information and focus on depth rather than breadth.
Encourage outdoor activities and self-regulatory play for children's development.
Reimagine education and prepare children to be autodidacts who can adapt and learn independently in a rapidly changing world.
Ep. 16 - Preparing Your Kids for a Rapidly Changing Job Market (Part 1 of 2) // Lisa Nehring
Season 1 · Episode 16
Thursday, May 16, 2024 • Duration 28:31
Today’s conversation with Lisa Nehring explores the concept of the fourth industrial revolution and its implications for homeschooling. Christy-Faith and Lisa discuss the rapid changes in technology and the job market, emphasizing the need for adaptable skills and critical thinking. The ladies higlight importance of literacy, self-learning, soft skills, and emotional intelligence. They also touch on the five emerging economies and offer practical advice for homeschooling parents to adapt their teaching methods and curriculum.
Takeaways:
The fourth industrial revolution is characterized by the merging of technology and humanity, blurring the lines between physical, biological, and digital spheres.
Children are likely to have multiple jobs in different industries throughout their lives, and many of the jobs that will exist in the future do not exist yet.
To prepare children for the future, focus on developing critical thinking skills, promoting literacy, fostering self-learning, and cultivating soft skills such as communication, collaboration, and creativity.
Emotional intelligence is also crucial, as it helps children navigate the global gig economy and work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
Homeschooling parents can adapt their teaching methods by incorporating literature-based curriculum, engaging in Socratic discussions, and creating space for open and challenging conversations with their children
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(00:00) - Welcome to the Summer Homeschool Help Desk
(04:30) - The Critics and Pressure Homeschool Moms Face
(08:30) - Where Homeschoolers Get Stuck
(16:00) - How to Find Your Homeschool Style
(21:00) - Best Practices Over What's Popular
(28:30) - Knowing Your "Why" as the Homeschool Leader
(36:00) - Why Investing in Your Homeschool Isn't Selfish
(40:00) - "Aren't You Sheltering Your Kids?"
(43:00) - Sheltering vs. Greenhousing: Raising Resilient Kids
(48:00) - Reading Struggles and When to Get Help
(53:30) - The Christy-Faith List + Final Encouragement
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True North Homeschool Academy ✔ Cognia-accredited live online and self-paced courses for grades 6–12 ✔ Dual degree track or tech & trades diploma ✔ Small classes, college-ready rigor, faith-friendly environment 👉 Explore Courses & Get Started
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Resources mentioned:
True North Homeschool Academy — Cognia-accredited live online classes, dual degree program, and flexible self-paced options for grades 6–12
"Something Big Is Happening" by Matt Schumer — must-read article on logarithmic AI change (search Google)
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(00:00) - Introduction: When AI Changed Our Homeschool
(06:24) - Meet Lisa Nehring
(07:05) - The Fourth Industrial Revolution, Explained
(11:28) - Why This Revolution Is Different
(15:38) - Which Jobs Are Actually at Risk
(19:22) - Agentic AI: What It Is and Why It Matters
(25:13) - 8 Jobs Our Kids Should Know About
(30:11) - The College Question
(38:48) - The Homeschool Advantage
(42:31) - Coming Up in Part 2
Human connection and interpersonal skills are important in a technology-driven world, and parents need to be intentional in fostering these skills in their children.
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About today’s guest:
Pat Murray, an educational innovator from Sydney, began as a passionate high-school math teacher and has since pioneered globally acclaimed online math programs (CTCMath), that have become integral to homeschooling families worldwide. His programs, with combined sales over $90 million, have empowered both parents and students, making quality math education accessible to all. With over 36 years of marriage and ten children, his family values deeply influence his mission. Pat’s trailblazing spirit inspires a new generation to find joy and success in mathematics, regardless of their classroom's location.
(00:00) - Introduction to the Fourth Industrial Revolution
(07:00) - Preparing Children for a Rapidly Changing Job Market
(10:21) - The Importance of Literacy and Critical Thinking
(11:20) - Developing Self-Learning Skills and Soft Skills
(24:08) - Adapting Teaching Methods and Curriculum
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