Homeschool Talks: Ideas and Inspiration for Your Homeschool
Homeschool Talks is an informative podcast about all things homeschooling. We feature exciting interviews with homeschoolers from all walks of life as well as leaders and influencers in the homeschool movement. Each episode is packed with practical tips, inspiring stories, and more.
- Update frequency
- every 11 days
- Average duration
- 42 minutes
- Episodes
- 166
- Years Active
- 2018 - 2025
Called to Lead | An Interview with Anne Miller
Homeschool moms juggle many different roles, and Anne Miller is no exception! But for her, one of those roles led to becoming a key advocate for homeschooling in her state. Join Anne Miller, Executiv…
Find Rhythm in Your Homeschool | An Interview with Houlie Duque
Being present and giving the attention and experiences your child needs to flourish is important. That’s why Houlie Duque, Founder of Homeschool to Go, wants you to find your family’s rhythm! Join Ho…
The Data on Homeschooling | An Interview with Dany Shakeel
Dr. Brian Ray and Professor Danish (Dany) Shakeel launched their investigation into calls for homeschooling bans—when no significant data exists to justify these demands. After conducting an in-depth…
You Can Homeschool | An Interview with Dena Bless
Homeschooling doesn’t mean doing public school at home, and it doesn’t mean you have to homeschool like your friend with 15 years of homeschool experience. Your journey is unique! Dena Bless joins Ji…
What’s Happening in Illinois? Part 2 | An Interview with Jeffrey Lewis
Jeffrey Lewis, President of Illinois Christian Home Educators (ICHE), joins Jim Mason, President of HSLDA, in this second part on what is happening in Illinois. They discuss the recent call for more …
What’s Happening in Illinois? Part 1 | An Interview with Jeffrey Lewis
Meet Jeffrey Lewis, homeschool dad, attorney, and president of Illinois Christian Home Educators (ICHE). In part 1 of this conversation with Jim Mason, HSLDA President, learn about the current legal …
Homeschooling: Fringe Movement to Enduring Institution | A Speech by Jim Mason
What does the future hold as we face a new wave of opposition to homeschooling? In this episode, Jim Mason highlights how homeschooling can provide real solutions for society, and how homeschooling h…
Defending Parental Rights: Updating State Homeschool Laws (Part 2) | An Interview with Amy Buchmeyer
HSLDA is committed to continually improving homeschool laws in every state—like HSLDA’s attorney for Ohio, Amy Buchmeyer, just assisted with! Ohio's archaic homeschool law, dating back to the 1980s, …
Defending Parental Rights: Officials Call for More Homeschool Regulation (Part 1) | An Interview with Kevin Boden
Whether you homeschool or not, it's crucial for freedom-loving people to be aware of the recent legislative offensive against homeschooling in West Virginia and other states. Tune in to the first par…
The Entrepreneurial Spirit of Homeschooling | An Interview with Dr. Brian Baugus
Entrepreneurship is a fundamental aspect of homeschooling: figuring out what works best for your child’s education and finding resources to support that. Join Dr. Brian Baugus (Associate Professor at…
The Institutions That Shape Us: It All Starts at Home | An Interview with Terry Linhart
Explore the connection that strong family relationships and church community have on the next generation. Dr. Terry Linhart, founder and CEO of Arbor Research Group and Executive Director of Bethel U…
Homeschooling: A Community Effort | An Interview with Sue Manning
Sue Manning’s homeschool journey began while her family was stationed in Japan with the military. Embracing the freedom and flexibility that homeschooling offers, she wants other families to experie…
Homeschooling Through Life Changes: A Mother’s Story | An Interview with Shari McMinn
When faced with difficult life situations, it is critical to be resilient. As a homeschooling parent navigating through numerous life changes, Shari McMinn understands the challenges of adapting you…
Attorney to Full-Time Homeschool Mom | An Interview with Marisol Rodero
Parenting isn’t always a peaceful journey, but in Marisol Rodero’s household, home education fosters a lifestyle of learning and discovery. Join Marisol and HSLDA Senior Counsel, Will Estrada, to di…
Homeschool Freedom: A Generational Responsibility | An Interview with Phylicia Masonheimer
Phylicia Masonheimer, homeschool mom, graduate, and founder of Every Woman A Theologian, joins your host Jim Mason, President of HSLDA, in an encouraging conversation about embracing the calling of …
Changes and Challenges: The Building Blocks of Growth | An Interview with Howard Schmidt
How do we embrace change? Sometimes, it’s hardest to do at home. Howard Schmidt joins your host, Jim Mason, to discuss Howard’s homeschool journey as a parent, his career as Vice President & General…
Who Are You Going to Call? | An Interview with Mike Farris
Protecting homeschool freedom starts with protecting families in their homes from unreasonable searches and seizures. HSLDA co-founder Mike Farris joins Jim Mason (HSLDA president) in a discussion on…
Curating a Vision for Your Homeschool | An Interview with Lauren Gideon
Lauren Gideon saw her children struggling with their workbooks and became determined to find a curriculum that worked for her family. Join Lauren and your host, Jim Mason, as they discuss children’s…
Fostering A Love for (and Commitment to) Learning | An Interview with Abraham Hamilton
Meet Abraham Hamilton, general counsel of American Family Association and host of the Hamilton Corner, a daily radio program. Abraham joins Jim Mason (HSLDA President) to explore the power of discip…
Planting Seeds: Small Beginnings Can Lead to Powerful Things | An Interview with Rogers Hellman
Rogers Hellman is an innovator and pioneer for homeschool families and those in need.
He initiated a healthcare computer system for underprivileged nations, sowed the seeds of HSLDA’s Compassion Fu…