Jesper recorded this episode with Brendan Kane almost two years ago. Initially, we decided not to air it, as it didn't fit with our podcast's direction with both of us as hosts. After our recent episode with Sue Elvis, where she asked us about how we started our podcast, Jesper revisited the recording and decided to share it.

It was Jesper's first podcast interview, so please excuse his nerves during the recording. Despite this, Brendan Kane's marketing advice remains invaluable. We hope you find it as enlightening as Jesper did. Enjoy the episode!

About Brendan Kane

Brendan Kane is a digital strategist and author known for his expertise in social media growth and viral marketing. He has worked with major brands and celebrities, helping them gain significant online followings. Brendan is the author of "One Million Followers" and "Hook Point," where he shares strategies for building audiences and creating engaging content to stand out in a three-second world. With a background in digital innovation, he has become a sought-after speaker and consultant in digital marketing and social media.

Key Takeaways

• Crafting compelling hook points
• Mastering A/B testing for digital marketing
• Strategies to capture attention within the first three seconds
• Debunking myths about social media algorithms
• Importance of quality content over paid promotions

Resources Mentioned

• Brendan Kane’s Books: One Million Followers and Hook Point

Connect with Brendan Kane

• Website
• LinkedIn
• Instagram

🗓️ Recorded August 26th, 2022. 📍 At Majsjön, Sweden

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Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of your favorite podcasts? Join us for a unique twist as Sue Elvis steps in as our interviewer, flipping the script on your usual hosts, Jesper and Cecilie. Sue brings heartwarming feedback from new listeners who love our open-minded and conversational style. Together, we reminisce about the origins of our podcast, the nervous excitement of recording our un-aired Episode Zero, and the inspirations and motivations that fueled our journey into podcasting.

Podcasting isn't always smooth sailing; we delve into its spontaneous and sometimes challenging aspects. From overcoming self-consciousness and technical glitches to the dynamic of hosting as a duo versus solo, we dive into what makes our podcast tick. We also explore the balance between preparation and spontaneity and highlight the joy of continuous learning and growth. Our conversation touches on how focusing on setting an example and taking risks has been crucial in overcoming the initial hurdles.

Curiosity drives our choice of podcast guests, steering us away from rigid criteria. We share insights on balancing multiple creative projects with personal life commitments and the importance of giving back to the community.

Join us for a captivating episode that underscores our passion for meaningful conversations and continuous discovery in friendships.

🗓️ Recorded June 18th, 2024. 📍 At  Åmarksgård, Lille Skendsved, Denmark

▬ Connect with Sue Elvis  ▬
Website: https://www.sueelvis.com
Unschooling Website: https://www.storiesofanunschoolingfamily.com
Books by Sue Elvis: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sue-Elvis/author/B00QTDRCBM
Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/stories_ofan_unschoolingfamily/
YouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/@SueElvis
Podcast: https://www.storiesofanunschoolingfamily.com/my-podcasts/ 

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In this episode, we explore the balance between personal freedom and societal expectations in unschooling. We discuss the Danish homeschool union, revealing the paradox anarchists face when complying with formal requirements. We also discuss how unschoolers can maintain freedom while fulfilling the need to belong within a community.

Our conversation delves into the psychological aspects of compliance and the desire for state approval, encouraging reflection on how this mindset influences self-directed living.

Tune in for insights on maintaining autonomy amidst societal constraints.

🗓️ Recorded June 7th, 2024. 📍 At  Åmarksgård, Lille Skendsved, Denmark

 ▬ EPISODE LINKS ▬

Luna Maj Vestergaard: 

• https://altomunschooling.dk/
• https://www.instagram.com/lunamajvestergaard/
• https://www.facebook.com/lunamajvestergaard

Carla Martinez: 

• https://planetaworldschool.com/
• https://www.instagram.com/ligronesenruta/
• https://www.facebook.com/ligronesenruta

Sara Beale: 

• https://www.renegademum.com/
• https://www.instagram.com/sarah_l_beale
• https://www.facebook.com/sarah.beale1

Cecilie Conrad: 

• https://CecilieConrad.com
• https://www.facebook.com/Ceciliefelumbconrad
• https://www.instagram.com/ceciliefelumbconrad/

Send us a text

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With a background in early childhood education and experience in overcoming personal parenting struggles, Reem Raouda helps parents build authentic, cooperative relationships with their children. Reem's approach focuses on moving away from controlling behaviors to foster deeper connections and harmony within families.

In this episode, we dive deep into transformative parenting with Reem Raouda. Reem shares her journey from being a "recovering yeller" to fostering a home filled with cooperation and mutual respect. Discover how her personal crises, including her son's sleep issues and the stress of the pandemic, led her to a path of self-awareness and mindful parenting.

Reem discusses the importance of shifting from traditional discipline to teaching and guiding children with empathy and understanding. By focusing on building strong, secure relationships, she highlights how parents can reduce anxiety and improve their children's behavior.

Listen as Reem explains how less shouting and controlling can lead to more cooperation and harmony in the home. Learn practical strategies for emotional availability, authenticity, and slowing down in a busy world.

🗓️ Recorded June 18th, 2024. 📍 At  Åmarksgård, Lille Skendsved, Denmark

Episode links

• https://www.highloveparenting.com
• http://instagram.com/highloveparenting
• https://www.facebook.com/highloveparenting
• https://www.tiktok.com/@highloveparenting
• https://www.youtube.com/@reemraouda7231  

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Emily Sonsie is an Australian educator and homeschooling advocate. Formerly a primary teacher, who chose to homeschool her children, embracing a lifestyle focused on togetherness, nature, and deep connections. Emily aims to inspire others on their homeschooling journeys, promoting education as a natural part of a meaningful, connected life.

Emily shares her transition from traditional education to a child-led approach for her children, driven by disillusionment with the school system's focus on assessments and opaque report cards. 

She describes the profound shifts in family dynamics and beliefs brought by homeschooling, overcoming initial doubts and criticism. The discussion emphasizes the valuable time spent with her children, the joy of their learning milestones, and the freedom from traditional assessments. 

With this episode, we also celebrate the fact that we now have listeners in over 103 countries. Thank you all for listening

🗓️ Recorded June 17th, 2024. 📍 At  Åmarksgård, Lille Skendsved, Denmark

▬ Episode Links ▬

https://www.emillysonsie.com/
https://www.instagram.com/living_free_homeschoolers/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/911649583128856

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Deborah MacNamara, author of "Nourished: Connection, Food, and Caring for Our Kids (And Everyone Else We Love)," emphasizes the importance of emotional and physical nourishment in child development. As a clinical counselor and educator, she is known for her work on emotional health and her previous book, "Rest, Play, Grow," which explores attachment-based developmental approaches influenced by Dr. Gordon Neufeld. Deborah is also on the faculty of the Neufeld Institute, helping families navigate parenting and child development.

Food is more than fuel—it's the foundation of family bonds and cultural heritage. In our conversation with Deborah, we explore how mealtime fosters meaningful relationships. Drawing from her expertise at the Neufeld Institute, she shares insights on transforming family meals into rituals of togetherness and love.

We discuss how shared meals nurture community, cooperation, and restfulness and the challenges families face in maintaining these traditions. We provide practical steps for integrating shared meals into busy schedules, emphasizing the importance of slowing down and making intentional family connections.

Listen as we delve into the cultural and relational significance of food. Deborah highlights food as a symbol of care and connection, examining how intentional food preparation and sharing reinforce family bonds and cultural traditions, making mealtime a cherished experience for all.

🗓️ Recorded June 12th, 2024. 📍 Friheden Stations Parking Lot, Denmark

▬ Episode Links ▬

https://macnamara.ca
https://www.facebook.com/drdeborahmacnamara
https://www.instagram.com/drdeborahmacnamara
https://twitter.com/DebMacNamara

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When you think of family vacations, you might envision crowded theme parks or beachside resorts. But what if the journey itself became a communal adventure? Joining us on the show is Nikolaj Astrup Madsen, one of the founders behind the fascinating Traveling Village concept. He unfolds the story of 20 families who traded the conventional holiday for a four-month exploration of Vietnam, Thailand, and Japan, not as mere tourists but as a village on the move. Nikolaj walks us through the labyrinth of planning an expedition, the intricate social tapestry of life on the road, and the unforgettable impact of deep cultural immersion while preserving a collective identity.

Twenty families traveled together for four months. Every family had its own place but a community living room. Kids learned through play and exploration, and their parents helped each other with co-living, communal meals, and the adventure of a lifetime.

As we unpack the post-travel musings, Nikolaj shares the bittersweet reality of returning to everyday life after such an intense group experience. The dialogue pivots to the subtle yet significant nuances of how a large group navigates interactions with locals and impacts children's social adaptability. The Traveling Village becomes more than a simple group trip—it's a transformative lifestyle that has etched a lasting influence on its members, igniting aspirations for future communal adventures. Through Nikolaj's captivating recount of this unique travel experiment, tune in to discover the life-altering potential of intentional community living.

🗓️ Recorded May 24th, 2024. 📍 At the Attwoods, Hagen, Germany

▬ Episode Links ▬

• https://travelingvillage.com
• https://instagram.com/nikolajastrup
• https://twitter.com/nikolaj_astrup
• https://www.facebook.com/nikolajastrupmadsen
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikolajastrupmadsen

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Join us as we dive into parenting conflicts and discover how embracing disagreements can strengthen family bonds. We share our insights on handling conflicts, especially within unschooling and conscious parenting.

We discuss Luna's journey toward a conflict-free home, proving that avoiding conflicts doesn't mean suppressing emotions. Sarah challenges the myth that attachment parenting leads to perfectly well-behaved children, revealing the real dynamics behind it.

We discuss traditional authoritative parenting versus collaborative approaches, showing how mutual respect and shared responsibility can turn conflicts into valuable discussions. From room disputes to shared spaces, we offer practical examples of reframing disagreements as conflicts of interest, preventing power struggles.

Together, we highlight the importance of empathy, communication, and understanding different perspectives and share creative strategies for managing conflicts, involving children in solution-finding processes, and embracing differing viewpoints.

Tune in to learn how to navigate disagreements with love, patience, and fairness and empower your family to grow stronger through the art of conflict resolution.

🗓️ Recorded May 20th, 2024. 📍 Luxembourg

 

▬ EPISODE LINKS ▬

Cecilie Conrad: 

• https://CecilieConrad.com
• https://www.facebook.com/Ceciliefelumbconrad
• https://www.instagram.com/ceciliefelumbconrad/

Luna Maj Vestergaard: 

• https://altomunschooling.dk/
• https://www.instagram.com/lunamajvestergaard/
• https://www.facebook.com/lunamajvestergaard

Carla Martinez: 

• https://planetaworldschool.com/
• https://www.instagram.com/ligronesenruta/
• https://www.facebook.com/ligronesenruta

Sara Beale: 

• https://www.renegademum.com/
• https://www.instagram.com/sarah_l_beale
• https://www.facebook.com/sar

Send us a text

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Sue Elvis is an Australian author, blogger, and podcaster renowned for her work in the unschooling community. She runs the blog "Stories of an Unschooling Family," where she shares her experiences and insights about unschooling and radical parenting.

Join us as we welcome Sue Elvis back for her third visit and discuss the ins and outs of unschooling. We dive into this educational approach's everyday challenges and triumphs, from getting kids to brush their teeth to planning for college. This episode is a helpful guide for parents thinking about leaving conventional schooling behind, highlighting the importance of trusting their instincts and valuing personal freedom in raising children.

We also discuss balancing parental guidance with giving kids the freedom to choose. We examine how societal norms can influence our decisions about haircuts or education. Our conversation emphasizes supporting children’s autonomy while dealing with societal pressures. This episode isn't just about unschooling; it’s about the joys and rewards of parenting.

🗓️ Recorded May 3rd, 2024. 📍Belton, Missouri, United States

▬ Connect with Sue Elvis  ▬
Website: https://www.sueelvis.com
Unschooling Website: https://www.storiesofanunschoolingfamily.com
Books by Sue Elvis: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sue-Elvis/author/B00QTDRCBM
Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/stories_ofan_unschoolingfamily/
YouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/@SueElvis
Podcast: https://www.storiesofanunschoolingfamily.com/my-podcasts/

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Laura Grace Weldon is an acclaimed author and educator known for her book "Free Range Learning." She advocates for holistic, learner-centered education and promotes the benefits of creative, unstructured learning environments. Laura's work emphasizes nurturing curiosity and fostering lifelong learning outside traditional classroom settings.

▬ About this Episode  ▬
Discover how to nurture your child's curiosity and potential with Laura, an expert in alternative education methods like unschooling and homeschooling. We’ll explore how stepping away from traditional schooling can benefit toddlers in a more relaxed environment.

Join us as we discuss parenting, fear, and cultural influences. With her background in child protective services, Laura emphasizes trusting our instincts over societal pressures. We'll also tackle balancing screen time and real-world experiences for our kids in today’s tech-driven world.

The episode wraps up with insights into different parenting styles and the role of technology. We’ll look at balancing structure and freedom in play and the importance of nurturing critical thinking, encouraging people to give themselves grace in parenting and exposing their children to diverse viewpoints to help them grow into open-minded and resilient individuals.

▬ Connect with Laura Grace Weldon  ▬
Website: https://lauragraceweldon.com/
Free Range Learning on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FreeRangeLearningCommunity
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/laura.euphoria
X: https://twitter.com/earnestdrollery
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/earnestdrollery/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/LauraGraceWeldon/
Bit of Earth Farm: https://bitofearthfarm.wordpress.com/

🗓️ Recorded April 26th, 2024. 📍Belton, Missouri, United States 

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