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Tim Barton, homeschool dad and the President of WallBuilders, joins Emilie for this special Thanksgiving episode of Heart & Soul Homeschool. The two chat about the true story of Thanksgiving and why it's so important that we make sure our kids understand our nation's history.
Tim Barton is the President of WallBuilders and spends countless hours researching the truth of Americaâs founding and exposing the lies regarding our history that currently permeate our society. Timâs ability to tell the story of Americaâs past, while helping audiences understand how that connects to the present and what steps should be taken for the future, has inspired audiences nationwide. He is also a contributor for the Epoch Times, and a frequent guest on numerous television and radio programs.
Have a question, comment or suggestion for the show? E-mail Emilie at [email protected]. She'd love to hear from you!
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Megan Rolofson is the Audio Drama Coordinator for Adventures in Odyssey at Focus on the Family. She joins Emilie to talk about the beloved radio drama: Adventures in Odyssey and how it can be a fantastic resource for homeschool families.
To learn more about Adventures in Odyssey and to start your free trial membership to the Adventures in Odyssey Club, visit https://www.adventuresinodyssey.com/homeschool/Have a question, comment or suggestion for the show? E-mail Emilie at [email protected]. She'd love to hear from you!
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This week Emilie chats with her great friend and mentor, Tim Goeglein. The two discuss everything from what it was like to work at the White House during the 2004 presidential election to the importance of mentoring to Tim's new book: Stumbling Toward Utopia: How the 1960s Turned Into a National Nightmare and How We Can Revive the American Dream.
Tim Goeglein is Vice President of External and Government Relations for Focus on the Family. Formerly, he served as a special assistant to President George W. Bush and as a deputy director of the White House Office of Public Liaison. He was the Presidentâs principal outreach contact for conservative and faith-based groups. Timâs extensive resumĂ© includes serving as a senior fellow at The Heritage Foundation and as a communications director for U.S. Senator Dan Coats of Indiana and Gary Bauer at the Campaign for Working Families. Tim has authored a memoir, The Man in the Middle: Faith and Politics in the George W. Bush Era, and his latest book is titled American Restoration. He and his wife, Jenny, have two sons.
Read more of Tim's work at https://thefederalist.com/author/timgoeglein/
Purchase Stumbling Toward Utopia at Stumbling Toward Utopia | Fidelis Publishing (or wherever you buy books.)
Have a question, comment or suggestion for the show? E-mail Emilie at [email protected]. She'd love to hear from you!
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This week, Lindsey Vroegindewey of Big Sky Life Books is back to chat favorite holiday books with Emilie. This is a fun one that might even help you get a head start on your Christmas shopping!
Lindsey Vroegindewey is a mom, entrepreneur and the former Chief Clerk for the Montana House of Representatives. Through her online bookstore, Big Sky Life Books, she is dedicated to helping families build their home libraries with wholesome childrenâs books.
To learn more about Lindsey and Big Sky Life Books, check out the online store at https://www.bigskylifebooks.com/
Lindsey is generously offering Heart & Soul Homeschool listeners 10% off their orders with the code âheartandsoulâ.
You can also follow her on Instagram @bigskylifebooks!Have a question, comment or suggestion for the show? E-mail Emilie at [email protected]. She'd love to hear from you!
#homeschool #homeschooling #homeschoolmom #homeeducation #schoolchoice #christianeducation #education #educationpolicy #educationreform #faithandlearning #family #faithineducation #faith #christianity
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This week, Emilie is joined by Lindsey Vroegindewey: a mom, entrepreneur and the former Chief Clerk for the Montana House of Representatives. Through her online bookstore, Big Sky Life Books, she is dedicated to helping families build their home libraries with wholesome childrenâs books. To learn more about Lindsey and Big Sky Life Books, check out the online store at https://www.bigskylifebooks.com/
Lindsey is generously offering Heart & Soul Homeschool listeners 10% off their orders with the code âheartandsoulâ. You can also follow her on Instagram @bigskylifebooks!Have a question, comment or suggestion for the show? E-mail Emilie at [email protected]. She'd love to hear from you!
#homeschool #homeschooling #homeschoolmom #homeeducation #schoolchoice #christianeducation #education #educationpolicy #educationreform #faithandlearning #family #faithineducation #faith #christianity
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Chris Stigall is back for round 2 this week and the conversation turns to helpful ideas for Christian parents to help kids develop their own discernment when it comes to the news media. In the midst of a polarized political season, this conversation couldnât come at a better time!
To learn more about Chris and his work including his morning talk show on AM 990 in Philadelphia and the Chris Stigall Podcast visit https://chrisstigall.com/. He can also be found @chrisstigall on X and @chrisstigallshow on Instagram.
Have a question, comment or suggestion for the show? E-mail Emilie at [email protected]. She'd love to hear from you!
#homeschool #homeschooling #homeschoolmom #homeeducation #schoolchoice #christianeducation #education #educationpolicy #educationreform #faithandlearning #family #faithineducation #faith #christianity
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This week Emilie is joined by national conservative media personality, Chris Stigall. They discuss the challenges of our current media landscape and the importance of being discerning as we navigate the news as Christian parents.
To learn more about Chris and his work including his morning talk show on AM 990 in Philadelphia and the Chris Stigall Podcast visit https://chrisstigall.com/ He can also be found @chrisstigall on X and @chrisstigallshow on Instagram.
Have a question, comment or suggestion for the show? E-mail Emilie at [email protected]. She'd love to hear from you!
#homeschooling #homeschooling #homeschoolmom #christianeducation #education #educationpolicy #educationreform #faithandlearning #family #faithineducation #faith #news #newsineducation #christiannews #radio #radioshow #radiohost #talkradioHave a question, comment or suggestion for the show? E-mail Emilie at [email protected]. She'd love to hear from you!
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Naked Apple Tribe Homeschool Co-op is a 2024 recipient of the Herzog Foundation's Excellence in Christian Education Awards Co-Op of the Year Award. This week, Emilie is joined by co-leaders Ashlee Sharrett and Le Niza Arellano. Youâll love hearing about the amazing vision God has given them to serve the homeschool families of Northern Virginia!
Interested in starting a homeschool group? Check out HF Homeschool! https://hfschoolbox.com/
Learn more about Naked Apple Tribe:
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100081468361417
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nakedappletribe/ @nakedappletribe
Website: nakedappletribe.com
Have a question, comment or suggestion for the show? E-mail Emilie at [email protected]. She'd love to hear from you!
#homeschool #homeschooling #homeschoolmom #homeeducation #schoolchoice #christianeducation #education #educationpolicy #educationreform #faithandlearning #family #faithineducation #faith #christianity
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Jenifer Davidson, recipient of the Herzog Foundation's Excellence in Christian Education Awards Co-Op of the Year and the founder of GraceLubbock Homeschool Group, joins Emilie this week to chat about what it was like to grow GraceLubbock from 12 students to over 450 this year! You'll love hearing her story and may even be inspired to start your own homeschool group.
GraceLubbock serves and provides educational and ministry opportunities to homeschool families of Lubbock and the surrounding areas. GRACE exists to touch the whole family- from baby to parent, to promote the home education of children, growth of parents as educators, and connection of families through affordable fun-filled classes, social outing opportunities, and other events year-round.
Interested in starting a homeschool group? Check out HF Homeschool! https://hfschoolbox.com/
Learn more about GraceLubbock Homeschool Group at https://www.gracelubbock.org/tx/gracelubbock/index.cfm
Have a question, comment or suggestion for the show? E-mail Emilie at [email protected]. She'd love to hear from you!
#homeschool #homeschooling #homeschoolmom #homeeducation #schoolchoice #christianeducation #education #educationpolicy #educationreform #faithandlearning #family #faithineducation #faith #christianity
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Leslie Nunnery, Co-Founder of Teach Them Diligently, and Emilie talk about preparing for the empty nest even while your kids are young. Your heart will be encouraged by Leslieâs sweet insights no matter where you are on your journey as a mom.
David and Leslie Nunnery are the founders of Teach Them Diligently. Convinced of the Holy Spiritâs leading them to home educate their four children in 2010, they stepped out in faith. They were called to start Teach Them Diligently in 2011 as God impressed on their hearts a need for discipleship-focused, family-strengthening events, and they have since hosted more than fifteen TTD Conventions across the United States allowing them to share their ministry with nearly a million people. They also minister to families throughout the year through Teach Them Diligently 365, their written articles, podcasts, and more. They are eager to get to know your family soon.
For more from Leslie, visit https://teachthemdiligently.net/ and follow them on YouTube: @TeachthemdiligentlyNet, Facebook: Teach Them Diligently and Instagram: @teachdiligently
Have a question, comment or suggestion for the show? E-mail Emilie at [email protected]. She'd love to hear from you!
#homeschool #homeschooling #homeschoolmom #homeeducation #schoolchoice #christianeducation #education #educationpolicy #educationreform #faithandlearning #family #faithineducation #faith #christianity
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This week, Christine Agin, Co-Founder and Board Chair, Bitterroot Heritage Academy returns and brings along Brad Rhodda, Pastor, Light of the Valley Church. They tell the incredible story of how God brought them together to share a vision that is ministering to their community in amazing ways.
If you're challenged and encouraged by their testimony, we hope you'll share this episode with your pastor and be on the lookout for ways that your church could partner with a Christian school or homeschool group!
Learn more about Bitterroot Heritage Academy (including their "sponsor a child" program) at https://bitterrootheritageacademy.org/
Be sure to follow the Making the Leap podcast for more on Christian K-12 education! https://makingtheleap.buzzsprout.com/
Inspired to start your own homeschool group or Christian school? The Herzog Foundation can help. Find resources here: https://hfschoolbox.com/
Have a question, comment or suggestion for the show? E-mail Emilie at [email protected]. She'd love to hear from you!
#homeschool #homeschooling #homeschoolmom #homeeducation #schoolchoice #christianeducation #education #educationpolicy #educationreform #faithandlearning #family #faithineducation #faith #christianity
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In this very special episode of Heart & Soul Homeschool, Emilie joins forces with Christine Stigall from the Making the Leap podcast to bring you the incredible story of Christine Agin, Co-Founder and Board Chair of Bitterroot Heritage Academy. Christine, a dedicated homeschool mom, answered God's call to start a private Christian school and as you hear her testimony of God's faithfulness and provision amidst constant challenges, we hope you'll be inspired to take action in your community as well!
Learn more about Bitterroot Heritage Academy (including their "sponsor a child" program) at https://bitterrootheritageacademy.org/
Be sure to follow the Making the Leap podcast for more on Christian K-12 education! https://makingtheleap.buzzsprout.com/
Inspired to start your own homeschool group or Christian school? The Herzog Foundation can help. Find resources here: https://hfschoolbox.com/Have a question, comment or suggestion for the show? E-mail Emilie at [email protected]. She'd love to hear from you!
#homeschool #homeschooling #homeschoolmom #homeeducation #schoolchoice #christianeducation #education #educationpolicy #educationreform #faithandlearning #family #faithineducation #faith #christianity
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Podcast Description: This week Sara Radginski from Blessed Homeschool joins Emilie to chat about her Prayer Challenge for homeschool moms. There's no better way to start your homeschool year than committing to prayer and Sara has just the encouragement you'll need to get started and to be consistent - don't miss this one!
Sara Radginski is a former high school math teacher turned entrepreneur turned homeschool mom. She can be found at blessedhomeschool.com, on YouTube @blessedhomeschool and on Instagram @blessedhomeschoolblog. Shop her online store, Homeschool Style Company, at https://homeschoolstyleco.com/product-category/all-products/
Have a question, comment or suggestion for the show? E-mail Emilie at [email protected]. She'd love to hear from you!
#homeschool #homeschooling #homeschoolmom #homeeducation #schoolchoice #christianeducation #education #educationpolicy #educationreform #faithandlearning #family #faithineducation #faith #christianity
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Natalie Haber is back this week to talk about her ministry for mothers: Flourish. She and Emilie discuss what true Christ-centered community is and ideas for how you can create it in your own life.
Natalie Haber, founder of Flourish and Haber House ministries, is a passionate Christ follower, married to Bruce, and mom to five incredible children. She is a homeschool veteran with children ranging from graduated all the way down to elementary school. Natalie loves to declare what the Lord has done in her life and in her family. She doesnât have all the answers, but hopes to point you to the One who does. Natalie loves to encourage you to listen to the Lord, by giving vision and practical ideas as you create your own unique life giving home. Flourish is a Christ-centered ministry, focused on encouraging and equipping mothers to flourish in their relationship with God, their families, and their communities. From community groups, workshops and events, and online content, we hope to walk alongside you as you flourish for the glory of the Lord.
For more from Natalie, visit https://www.haberhouse.org/ or follow her on Instagram and Facebook @flourishministrieskcHave a question, comment or suggestion for the show? E-mail Emilie at [email protected]. She'd love to hear from you!
#homeschool #homeschooling #homeschoolmom #homeeducation #schoolchoice #christianeducation #education #educationpolicy #educationreform #faithandlearning #family #faithineducation #faith #christianity
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Natalie Haber is Emilieâs guest this week. They dive into the tricky topic of handling differences in conviction about education within our families and the body of Christ. Youâll be encouraged as you listen to Natalieâs story of how the Lord brought her (now a homeschool mom) and her husband (a public school administrator) to a place of unity that has (and continues to!) bless their family.
Natalie Haber, founder of Flourish and Haber House ministries, is a passionate Christ follower, married to Bruce, and mom to five incredible children. She is a homeschool veteran with children ranging from graduated all the way down to elementary school. Natalie loves to declare what the Lord has done in her life and in her family. She doesnât have all the answers, but hopes to point you to the One who does. Natalie loves to encourage you to listen to the Lord, by giving vision and practical ideas as you create your own unique life giving home. Flourish is a Christ-centered ministry, focused on encouraging and equipping mothers to flourish in their relationship with God, their families, and their communities. From community groups, workshops and events, and online content, we hope to walk alongside you as you flourish for the glory of the Lord.
For more from Natalie, visit https://www.haberhouse.org/ or follow her on Instagram and Facebook @flourishministrieskc
Have a question, comment or suggestion for the show? E-mail Emilie at [email protected]. She'd love to hear from you!
#homeschool #homeschooling #homeschoolmom #homeeducation #schoolchoice #christianeducation #education #educationpolicy #educationreform #faithandlearning #family #faithineducation #faith #christianity
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Dr. Lisa Dunne returns this week to discuss the University that she founded based on the principles of homeschooling: Chula Vista Christian University. You will be blown away as you hear about the University's mission and their truly industry disrupting method of "Circles, not rows. Dialogue, not lecture. Higher education for the next generation."
Dr. Lisa Dunne is an industry disruptor in the field of education. In addition to founding Chula Vista Christian University, she has launched 32 national K to 12 homeschool academies that are dedicated to rescuing the next generation from the toxic traits of traditional education. She is a dynamic, award-winning educator, author, and speaker with 25 years of classroom experience.
She holds a Ph.D. in human development from Fielding Graduate University, a Master's degree in communication studies from Regent University, a Masterâs degree in human and organizational systems from Fielding Graduate University, and undergraduate degrees and minors in humanities, secondary education, and musical theater from Thomas Edison State College and Miami-Dade College.
Dr. Dunne is passionate about the transformative power of Christian education, the primacy of the local church, and the stable family as the cornerstone of healthy culture. She is an expert in Gen Z educational methodology and psychosocial development, and she enjoys facilitating local church and community workshops to help parents, teachers, and faith-based institutions better equip the next generation for academic success, relational resilience, and career readiness.
She has now been married to her British husband, Adrian, for 33 years. They have two intelligent and compassionate homeschool graduates, Ethan and Cymone, who are their true rĂ©sumĂ©. Dr. Dunne finds great joy in coaching and teaching all generations, helping them discover Godâs purpose and plan for their lives. â
Follow Dr. Dunne and her work on Instagram @drlisadunne, @chulavistau and @academicrescuemission.
Dr. Dunne's Podcast, The Communication Architect: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-communication-architect/id1475338366
Academic Rescue Mission: https://www.academicrescuemission.com/
Chula Vista Christian University: https://www.cvcu.us/
Have a question, comment or suggestion for the show? E-mail Emilie at [email protected]. She'd love to hear from you!
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This week Emilie and her guest, Dr. Lisa Dunne, discuss the reality that parents (Christian parents included!) have outsourced the care and discipleship of their children. The consequences are devastating, but you'll be inspired by Dr. Dunne's encouragement that we CAN turn things around in this generation! She also offers a concrete way forward for churches through the Academic Rescue Mission - you'll want to get this information into the hands of your church leadership ASAP!
Dr. Lisa Dunne is an industry disruptor in the field of education. In addition to founding Chula Vista Christian University, she has launched 32 national K to 12 homeschool academies that are dedicated to rescuing the next generation from the toxic traits of traditional education. She is a dynamic, award-winning educator, author, and speaker with 25 years of classroom experience.
She holds a Ph.D. in human development from Fielding Graduate University, a Master's degree in communication studies from Regent University, a Masterâs degree in human and organizational systems from Fielding Graduate University, and undergraduate degrees and minors in humanities, secondary education, and musical theater from Thomas Edison State College and Miami-Dade College.
Dr. Dunne is passionate about the transformative power of Christian education, the primacy of the local church, and the stable family as the cornerstone of healthy culture. She is an expert in Gen Z educational methodology and psychosocial development, and she enjoys facilitating local church and community workshops to help parents, teachers, and faith-based institutions better equip the next generation for academic success, relational resilience, and career readiness.
She has now been married to her British husband, Adrian, for 33 years. They have two intelligent and compassionate homeschool graduates, Ethan and Cymone, who are their true rĂ©sumĂ©. Dr. Dunne finds great joy in coaching and teaching all generations, helping them discover Godâs purpose and plan for their lives. â
Follow Dr. Dunne and her work on Instagram @drlisadunne, @chulavistau and @academicrescuemission.
Dr. Dunne's Podcast, The Communication Architect: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-communication-architect/id1475338366
Academic Rescue Mission: https://www.academicrescuemission.com/
Chula Vista Christian University: https://www.cvcu.us/
Have a question, comment or suggestion for the show? E-mail Emilie at [email protected]. She'd love to hear from you!
#homeschool #homeschooling #homeschoolmom #homeeducation #schoolchoice #christianeducation #education #educationpolicy #educationreform #faithandlearning #family #faithineducation #faith #christianity
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This week Emilie sits down with Ricky and Autumn Sands to chat about the homeschool co-op they started at their church and its huge impact on their congregation and community.
Pastor Ricky and his wife, Autumn, met while studying at Missouri Western State University. They have two boys named, Finnegan and Charlie and a baby girl named Eloise. Ricky has a degree in Criminal Justice with an emphasis in Juvenile Delinquency. While working as a Juvenile Officer the Lord called him to full time ministry. Ricky is passionate about God's Word, the Church and telling the world about Jesus. He fully embraces the title of "Coffee Snob", enjoys spending time with his family, road trips, picking on a guitar, writing, and reading books by dead guys. He has been slowly pursuing furthered education at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary as each season of life allows for it.
Autumn has a background in Public Relations & Marketing and felt the call to homeschool her children from day one. She is passionate about home education and discipleship, living a toxin free lifestyle, enjoys Christmas all year around, and Branson is her happy place!
For more information on the co-op, contact First Baptist Church of Weston: fbcwestonmo.comHave a question, comment or suggestion for the show? E-mail Emilie at [email protected]. She'd love to hear from you!
#homeschool #homeschooling #homeschoolmom #homeeducation #schoolchoice #christianeducation #education #educationpolicy #educationreform #faithandlearning #family #faithineducation #faith #christianity
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This week Emilie and her guest, Letricia Osgood from Discovery Homeschool Academy, discuss options for both enrichment and academic programs offered by the Academy through partnership with local churches. Who knowsâŠperhaps youâll be inspired to seek out a similar program or even start your own!
If you or someone you know are interested in starting a homeschool group of any kind (traditional co-op, field trip group, resource center, hybrid academy â the skyâs the limit!), the Herzog Foundation has resources to help you. Check out https://hfschoolbox.com/ to learn more and be sure to let them know you learned about this great program from the Heart & Soul Homeschool Podcast!
Letricia Osgood is the Executive Director for both Academic and Enrichment programs at Discovery Homeschool Academy. She has a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from Baylor University in Waco, Texas with certifications in reading and elementary education. She also has a Master's Degree in Education from University of Kansas City. Letricia taught Kindergarten through 5th grade as a reading specialist for 6 years. She started and managed an after school tutoring program for 5 years. She created Discovery Homeschool Academy in the year 2000 and started with 35 students and 5 teachers. It has brought a lot of joy to watch God bless homeschooling families through DHA over the years. Letricia has homeschooled her own 4 kids and attends Manna church. Her goal is to bless and serve those that want to participate in DHA and is excited to host 3 locations.
For more information about DHA visit https://www.dhacademy.org/Have a question, comment or suggestion for the show? E-mail Emilie at [email protected]. She'd love to hear from you!
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Join Emilie and her guest Megan Lewis as they chat about Megan's family's journey from public school to private Christian school and now homeschool! You'll be encouraged by their story of faith and trust as they seek to follow God's plan for their family.
Have a question, comment or suggestion for the show? E-mail Emilie at [email protected]. She'd love to hear from you!
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