Is true success really found inside the walls of traditional education — or outside of them? In this episode we sit down with Dr. Todd Rose, a former high school dropout who went on to become a Harvard professor and bestselling author.

Dr. Rose shares his personal journey of failure, resilience, and breakthrough, revealing how the education system’s obsession with “averages” and conformity stifles real growth. With powerful stories of mentors and his groundbreaking Dark Horse Project, he shows how passion, individuality, and courage can lead to excellence and fulfillment.

Whether you’re a parent, homeschooler, or simply rethinking the meaning of success, this episode will inspire you to embrace unconventional paths and help your child thrive by honoring their uniqueness.

✨ What you’ll learn:

• Why traditional schooling often overlooks true potential

• The role mentors play in shaping futures

• How to align passions with purpose for lasting success

• The courage it takes to break free from societal norms

• Insights from The Dark Horse Project on unconventional success

This conversation is a powerful reminder that the best way to succeed might not be to follow the crowd — but to boldly follow your own path.

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Dark Horse by Todd Rose

Square Peg by Todd Rose

Collective Illusions by Todd Rose

The End of Average by Todd Rose

Vela: Redefining Education

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Unlock the secrets to raising self-sufficient, confident kids ready to face the world with practical life skills. This episode of School to Homeschool is your go-to guide for equipping children with the know-how they need outside the classroom. We cover everything from managing a household and cooking to budgeting and time management. Imagine your child skillfully changing air filters, handling emergency household situations, and even doing their own laundry without a hitch. These are the foundational skills that set the stage for lifelong success and independence.

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Dive into Katie’s heartfelt journey from public school to homeschooling at age 12. Through initial skepticism and the upheaval of COVID-19, she discovered deeper sibling bonds, self-directed learning, and hands-on passions—from soap-making and science experiments to historical fiction and a Thomas Jefferson Education co-op. By 14, Katie was exploring theater and college courses, transforming her understanding of learning, creativity, and independence. This inspiring story highlights the unexpected freedom and resilience nurtured by homeschooling—and invites listeners to rethink what “school” can be.

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What if the secret to a fulfilling life lies in the wisdom of a mother's love and lessons? Join us as we pay tribute to Nancy Judd, a woman whose vibrant spirit and invaluable teachings continue to resonate long after her passing. We reflect on the transformative lessons she imparted, from pursuing passions fearlessly to adapting gracefully to life's changes. With anecdotes filled with humor and warmth, we explore how mom's resilience and creativity lit up the world, leaving an indelible impact on her eight children and everyone she met.

*Correction--she was on the Today Show rather than GMA as stated in this episode.

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What happens when a homeschooled girl grows up to become a homeschooling mom? In this deeply inspiring episode, we talk with Amanda Schenkenberger—author, speaker, and homeschool mentor—about her full-circle journey from being raised on a ranch by a deaf father to creating peaceful, flexible homeschool routines for her own kids.

Amanda opens up about:

• Growing up in a unique household and how her upbringing shaped her resilience

• Transitioning from rigid homeschool curricula to a Charlotte Mason-inspired, wonder-filled approach

• Battling self-doubt, emotional burnout, and the isolation that many homeschooling parents silently face

• Her practical tools for calm, like the “traffic light brain” method from her book Overwhelmed: A Homeschool Mom’s Rescue Plan for Peaceful Routines

You’ll hear raw, relatable stories of perseverance, parenting, and how trusting your motherly intuition can create not just educational success—but a thriving, joyful family dynamic.

✅ Whether you're new to homeschooling, a seasoned mom feeling stuck, or just curious about alternative education paths, Amanda's story offers hope, strategy, and inspiration.

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Are your kids drifting more toward their peers than toward you? In this episode, we dive into how to build lasting emotional connection with your children by prioritizing parental attachment over peer orientation—a concept championed by experts like Dr. Gordon Neufeld and Dr. Gabor Maté.

We share real-life stories from our homeschool journey, raising stepchildren, and overcoming attachment challenges that so many modern families face. Learn how peer pressure quietly steals influence from parents—and what you can do to reclaim your role as the secure base your child needs.

🔎 In this episode:

• How peer orientation affects child development

• Signs your child may be disconnecting emotionally

• How to foster deeper connection through everyday moments

• Real-life examples of healing family bonds through intentional parenting

Whether you're homeschooling, navigating blended family dynamics, or simply trying to reconnect, this episode offers hope, practical tools, and encouragement. You are doing better than you think. ❤️

👉 Don’t miss this powerful conversation on parenting with purpose, attachment, and faith-led connection.

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Ever found yourself scrolling on your phone while your child eagerly shares their day with you? I've been there, and the realization hit hard. Drawing from personal experiences and the wisdom of Carl Honoré and Dr. Hannah Yang, I share moments when distractions took center stage over being truly present with my family. We explore how liberating ourselves from the anxieties of the future and past regrets can transform our connections. 

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Is traditional school no longer working for your child? In this powerful conversation, we sit down with Matt Bowman, former teacher and co-founder of OpenEd (formerly MyTechHigh), to explore how personalized, project-based education can give families real freedom.

We dive into how Matt and his wife Amy built a learning model that honors kids' creativity, family values, and faith — all while breaking free from the one-size-fits-all system. Whether you’re exploring homeschooling, unschooling, or just need a better option, this episode will inspire you to take the lead.

👉 Discover how elementary, middle, and high schoolers can thrive, how tech empowers learning, and how parents can guide with love, limits, and latitude.

• Why traditional school often fails kids

• How OpenEd empowers student-led learning

• Real stories of homeschool success

• Faith-based approaches to education

• Tools for starting your own journey

If you're a faith-driven mom exploring homeschooling, unschooling, or personalized learning, this show is for you. Don’t forget to follow, subscribe, and leave a review — it helps more families find freedom in education!

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Open Education: How to Reimagine Learning, Ignite Curiosity, and Prepare Your Kids for Success by Matt Bowman & Isaac Morehouse

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Discover how minimalist homeschooling can bring more peace, clarity, and purpose to your family’s education journey. This episode explores the power of just-in-time learning—an approach that emphasizes core skills, real-world readiness, and student-led discovery.

Whether you're an unschooler, a new homeschool parent, or rethinking traditional education, you'll learn:

• How to simplify your homeschool environment

• The benefits of “learning as needed” vs. preparing for every scenario

• Why kids thrive with freedom, flexibility, and fewer distractions

• The connection between minimalism, mental clarity, and joyful learning

• What historical figures like George Washington can teach us about self-education

This episode is packed with practical tips and deep encouragement for intentional parents, grandparents, and educators pursuing faithful, simplified, and student-centered homeschooling.

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mountvernon.org

The Quartet: Orchestrating the Second American Revolution, 1783-1789 by Joseph J. Ellis

Minimalist/Essentialist Books that Inspired:

The More of Less by Joshua Becker

It's All Too Much by Peter Walsh

Declutter Your Heart and Your Home by  Julia Ubbenga

The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up by Marie Condo

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THROWBACK EPISODE:

Ever wonder how early education can shape the future thinkers of our society? This episode welcomes Connor Boyack, a prolific author, public speaker, TV show producer, and the founder and president of Libertas Institute, who explores this question with us. Connor shares his inspiring journey from web development to establishing Libertas Institute and authoring the Tuttle Twins children's series, which brings complex concepts of economics, politics, and civics down to a level young minds can grasp. 

Our conversation takes a deep dive into the importance of fostering learning environments outside the confines of traditional classrooms. Connor emphasizes the role parents play in this process, inspiring them to help their children develop critical thinking skills and learn practical life skills. 

We also touch on the perception vs reality of education, highlighting the fallacies in the assumption that schools are teaching children to think rather than dictating what to think. Tune in and empower the next generation of free-thinkers!

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Mediocrity: 40 Ways Government Schools are Failing Today's Students

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