Heather Mills Schwarzen of To Sow A Seed is a mom of 10 children (ages 5 to 28yrs), wife of 39yrs, homeschooler, and home-based missionary.

Heather has an abundance of life experience in parent and adult children relationships, which is probably why she doesn’t shy away from sharing her very difficult relationship with her own mother and even the mistakes and apologies she’s made in parenting her own children.

The world we’re parenting in today has significantly changed - going no contact with a parent or being estranged from a family member seems to be all too common - but scripture, Jesus, and our responsibilities haven’t changed. 

Heather reminds us that Gods heart is always for reconciliation. He’s working on us and through us until the very end.

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Substack

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EP 203: Kids that grow up to love Jesus & each other - Raising Up an Army with Joely Smith

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EP 206: You don't have to be a theologian to appreciate God's Word with Claudia Beiler

(@usedtobeafashionblogger)

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-boom-clap-podcast/id1558282990?i=1000750330827

EP 161: RuthAnn Zimmerman: Modern culture, old fashioned work ethic & peace through following Jesus

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-boom-clap-podcast/id1558282990?i=1000677635545

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Megha Lillywhite, scientist turned children’s book illustrator and writer, sits down with Rita for a short but very rich episode.

Even if you haven’t experienced it for yourself, you’ve likely felt or at least seen the shift from the modern to old, sterile to ‘vintage’ that is happening. Megha and Rita discuss how parents can model what they want for their children - reading books, appreciating nature, creating art - training ourselves right along with them.

The importance of beauty, be it a children’s book or our environment, really does matter. 

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Megha Lillywhite

Substack

classicalideals.press

Instagram

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PODCAST MENTIONS:

New Masters Academy

https://www.nma.art

Aesthetic Longevity and the deeper truth behind the Preference for "Vintage"

https://www.classicalideals.press/p/aesthetic-longevity-and-deeper-truth

Beauty: A Very Short Introduction, Roger Scruton

https://a.co/d/00JjGURi

Home Education, Charlotte Mason

https://a.co/d/07pGAVEQ

Peter Rabbit Classic Gift Set, Beatrix Potter

https://a.co/d/0c0hpaX1

Handbook of Nature-Study, Anna Botsford Comstock

https://a.co/d/0fLkFuht

What it’s like to live in a child friendly society

https://www.classicalideals.press/p/what-its-like-to-live-in-a-child

Fairy Tales, Hans Christian Andersen

https://a.co/d/00T8J3rP

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When you look at the current events: the Epstein Files, war with Iran, antisemitism, etc., the world can feel pretty confusing. As a Christian, with an eternal perspective, we know why the world feels shaky but even amongst believers, there is debate.

Rita reads a few excerpts from C.S. Lewis’, Mere Christianity and draws parallels between historical text and timeless literature and the confusion in the world right now.

As much as the government and media would like us to believe the answer is a simple one, just pick a side…it feels like people are ready to have deeper, more complicated conversations. Maybe, as C.S. Lewis said:

"If you are on the wrong road, progress means doing an about-turn and walking back to the right road; and in that case the man who turns back soonest is the most progressive man.”

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Mere Christianity, C.S. Lewis

https://a.co/d/0aGXxvt8

The Chronicles of Narnia, C.S. Lewis

https://a.co/d/09KFU5ON

The Iran Controversy: Cutting Through The Noise

https://ritarogersco.com/2026/03/03/the-iran-controversy-cutting-through-the-noise/

JQA’S “MONSTERS TO DESTROY” SPEECH, FULL TEXT, John Quincy Adam’s Society

https://jqas.org/jqas-monsters-to-destroy-speech-full-text/

Sen. Ted Cruz: "I believe Tucker Carlson is the single most dangerous demagogue in this country."

https://youtu.be/C6r0bovP4Zc?si=xzQJ6GXKMvMmxh_P

Tucker Carlson Interviews Nick Fuentes

https://youtu.be/efBB0D4tf1Y?si=PUlq86ea5i1e5XWj

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5 year Anniversary episode. The Boom Clap Podcast, “Where Culture and Conviction Collide”, is 5 years old!!

In today’s episode, Rita shares how the Boom Clap Podcast came to be and her answers and opinions to your questions. Enjoy this laidback episode with Rita!

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EPISODE 1: Welcome to theBoom Clap Podcast!

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-boom-clap-podcast/id1558282990?i=1000512829347

Eat More Things God Made Than Man Made

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Well Considered

https://justtheinserts.store/products/well-considered-hardback (https://www.instagram.com/p/BrZCyNbgABN/?igsh=M2xjbm4xZDVraDBv)

The Vaccine Book, Robert W. Sears, MD

https://a.co/d/05T2YBi6

The Epoch Times

https://subscribe.theepochtimes.com

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Freespoke

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Do you find history fascinating but also a little overwhelming or maybe a bit boring? Tom FitzGerald didn’t set out to be a teacher but that’s exactly what he’s ended up doing in an unconventional way. Sharing his love of history and philosophy in a way that helps others learn. His captivating Instagram videos prove that history is anything but boring. Tom believes instead of telling you what to think it’s better to encourage you to learn how to think!

Rita and Tom touch on revisionist history, the Roman Empire, A.I., our society’s lack of discomfort, how new isn’t always better, and much more! If you weren’t already excited about history, this conversation will change your perspective!

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Auctoritas

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Tom FitzGerald: My Story

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Your Mission in 2026

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Opal: Screen Time Control

https://www.opal.so

Henry V, Dan Jones

https://a.co/d/00s3jtzh

Presentism

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DUSji74jJox/?igsh=NXl5bm01N2JjajN3

To Kill a Mockingbird, Harper Lee

https://a.co/d/0fAX2OUc

Braveheart

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0112573/

The Chosen

https://thechosen.tv/en-us

Roman Empire

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DRjer8fDFEa/?igsh=MWkzazBuZm92anBzNw==

Virtus

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DQYzBSjjEnJ/?igsh=NnFpcWtzdXZrZm16

Photography

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Are immigration laws hurting U.S. citizens? With the issue of Immigration being front and center recently, Rita welcomes Elizabeth Liu back to the podcast.

Beginning with Covid and lockdowns in China in 2022, to the long and cumbersome process of getting their whole family to the United States, legally, in 2026…Elizabeth shares insight into the difficulties they face and the benefits they forfeit in trying to do things the ‘right’ way.

Whether it be the Epstein files, A.I., aliens, or immigration…be firm in your foundation. Be in the word, not of this world.

“Do not be conformed to this age, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind so that you may discern what is good, pleasing, and perfect will of God.”

Romans 12:2

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EPISODE 58: Shanghai Lockdown:

First-Hand Account

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EPISODE 68: Hate Mail from

"Tolerant" People. Love & Agreement are not the Same, & Digital ID with Guest Elizabeth Liu

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-boom-clap-podcast/id1558282990?i=1000570243443

EP 143: COVID - Yes, that really happened. And it's STILL happening.

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-boom-clap-podcast/id1558282990?i=1000647875777

National Visa Center

https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/immigrate/national-visa-center.html

The Wealthy Chinese Buying Babies and American Citizenship

https://firstthings.com/the-wealthy-chinese-buying-babies-and-american-citizenship/

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Was Claudia Beiler of @usedtobeafashionblogger actually a fashion blogger? She’ll explain in today’s episode!

It will only take a few minutes to become completely immersed in Claudia’s content. She creates incredibly unique videos on Instagram deep diving into the Bible with the intent to motivate people to read and know the word of God.

Claudia explains how Christian parents can give their children the gift of spiritual discipline by requiring and modeling being in the word daily, long before they are believers.

The path to the Lord is narrow {Matthew 7:14} and the days ahead will only get more deceptive but being in the word will help dispel your fears. 

Rita and Claudia reiterate the importance of a firm foundation and the willingness and need to surrender our lives to God and bend to His will, not the other way around.

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William Tyndale

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Mike Winger

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Celebrities for Jesus, Katelyn Beaty

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Why Revival Tarries, Leonard Ravenhill

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Give Them Bread and Circuses

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DQXkmIMjuXO/?igsh=MTNnbXp0Z28yZHI4NA==

Tree Of Life

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DRxhlMljgfL/?igsh=MXhmaHFpMmFrbmxzOQ==

The Practice of the Presence of God, Brother Lawrence

https://a.co/d/09VSO9nG

TPUSA Presents: The ALL-AMERICAN

HALFTIME SHOW

https://www.youtube.com/live/nJszMT9wZtQ?si=NfYvPkzLXTZ2x5Y1

The Kneeling Christian

https://a.co/d/0b1d97JE

The Life and Diary of David Brainerd, Philip E. Howard

https://a.co/d/0cLD0fAR

Praying Hyde, Francis A. McGaw

https://a.co/d/0cWnmvoJ

The Intercessor, Norman Grubb

https://a.co/d/060t72q2

Tower of Babel

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Rita jumps right into it in today’s episode…beginning with the Epstein Files. Yes, Trump is in them (so is Adam Sandler, Obama…and many others). 

Rita stresses the importance of keeping the focus on the victims - not just the celebrity or political figure you may currently despise. It’s important to pause and ask ourselves if we really want the truth or just our version of the truth.

Is it possible our attention is being focused on a few specific current issues: ICE, Halftime Shows, Epstein Files - although, important - likely with no resolution, while we miss things that hit closer to home? Things we’re far more likely to have impact on.

Satan really has us convinced we can do things on our own, forgetting that the most powerful weapon we have in seeking justice, discernment, peace…might be something we can do right now, exactly where we’re at… prayer.

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EP 204: Here Are the Headlines - Rachel Reeves on Current Events and Conservatism

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-boom-clap-podcast/id1558282990?i=1000748215115

U.S. Department of Justice: Search Full Epstein Library

https://www.justice.gov/epstein/search

U.S. Department of Justice: August 2025

https://www.justice.gov/epstein/files/DataSet%2010/EFTA01660651.pdf

Jessica Reed Krause - House In Habit

https://www.instagram.com/houseinhabit?igsh=MXN3MGs3emVwb2RmNw==

Ep 162| How Elites Will Create a New Class of Slaves | Whitney Webb | The Glenn Beck

Podcast

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-glenn-beck-program/id620967489?i=1000585155265

Alex Jones Blows the Doors Off The Epstein Files: 'It's all CIA. And He's ALIVE...!?'

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alex-jones-blows-the-doors-off-the-epstein-files-its/id1584730781?i=1000748236344

Trump calls Epstein scandal a 'Democrat hoax that never ends'

https://youtu.be/Zn-PlMJXE6I?si=Ijth3jv5-3CZhsnC

WLFI - World Liberty Financial

https://www.trump.com/digital-assets/world-liberty-financial

Bio lab found in Las Vegas is similar to scene discovered in California, raising questions from officials

https://www.cbsnews.com/amp/news/las-vegas-bio-lab-reedley-california-pathogens/

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On today’s episode of the Boom Clap Podcast, Rita is joined for a 3rd time by Rachel Reeves of Here Are The Headlines.

Rita and Rachel discuss current events, including: the increase in accessibility within the current administration, what conservatism means now, immigration and ICE, and the inevitability of A.I.

In a world where ‘breaking news’ and A.I. seem to be increasing daily, critical thinking continues to be essential. 

Enjoy this conversation with Rita and Rachel!

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⁠https://www.herearetheheadlines.com⁠ (https://www.herearetheheadlines.com/)

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EP 93: Here Are The Headlines with Rachel Reeves... Border, Ukraine, Public Education & Media Bias

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EP 131: Revolution, CounterRevolution & the Grounds for Upheaval with Here are the Headlines, Rachel Reeves

⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-boom-clap-podcast/id1558282990?i=1000635372107⁠

EP 203: Kids that grow up to love Jesus & each other - Raising Up an Army with Joely Smith

⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-boom-clap-podcast/id1558282990?i=1000747024209⁠

EP 202: Reclaim Vitality & stop letting crisis model medicine govern your everyday health with Nick and Leah

Wilson

⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-boom-clap-podcast/id1558282990?i=1000746057068⁠

Ep. 44 | Kelly Paul on Finding Your People and Fighting for What Matters

⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rivera-and-reeves/id1762900076?i=1000711704822⁠

EP 192: Neutrality is a Lie: Charlie Kirk, Sharon Says So, Hate Speech + hope we have moving forward

⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-boom-clap-podcast/id1558282990?i=1000728227730⁠

Trump Accounts

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F.A.Hayek, The Road to Serfdom

⁠https://a.co/d/00IWK5av⁠

Greg Gutfeld slams Jessica Tarlov for 'both sides' argument following Charlie Kirk's 

⁠https://youtu.be/U5ylyy0dwg8-TQesHYg⁠

MS NOW shared Al-manipulated Alex Pretti photo on TV, website and YouTube. Here's what we know

⁠https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/alex-pretti-photo-ai-msnbc/⁠

Dem Senator Uses Al Image of Alex Pretti in Attempt to Call Out Trump

⁠https://www.instagram.com/reel/DUG8ehyARU4/?igsh=cWJkMnk0M3lhNnFv⁠

ROBOT PERFORMS FIRST REALISTIC SURGERY WITHOUT HUMAN HELP

⁠https://hub.jhu.edu/2025/07/09/robot-performs-first-realistic-surgery-without-human-help/⁠

Taking The Cultural Pulse, Mark Zuckerberg

The Political Opportunist

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Veteran homeschooling mom to 11 children (ages 14-31yo), Joley Smith, joins Rita today to share her wisdom on, not only homeschooling, but creating your own ‘village’ within your family. 

You don’t need to be a homeschooler to appreciate this conversation with Joley. She speaks with such humility and helps dispel some of the fears so many of us have in regard to the responsibility to prepare and educate our children for the world that’s waiting for them beyond our homes.

With Gods grace and forgiveness (from Him and our families) we can help steward a bond between our children, help them discover their strengths and excel, and create a life together that makes them want to come home again.

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Illinois Christian Home Educators

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EP 180: Where is the village?

Medical kidnapping & more

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The Lady with the Lamp: Writings & Extracts on Florence Nightingale

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They Called Her Molly Pitcher

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