Best Homeschooling Diploma Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 12: Empowering Futures Ed's Mentorship with John 29:26

3M ago29:26

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Ed's mentorship profoundly altered John's destiny, and I'm so proud to share their story with you today. From prepping for college admissions exams to finishing strong 6-years later, Ed's expert guidance is to be admired. www.HS4CC.org www.CollegeBoard.org www.ModernStates.orgBy Jennifer Cook-DeRosa

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Episode 11: Legal, Authorized, Legitimate, or Accredited...what's the difference? 18:38

4M ago18:38

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Legitimate, regionally accredited, legal, reputable, highly regarded, recognized, authorized, nationally accredited, and other terms like these are often adjectives people use to explain the kind of degree they want their teen to earn. At the end of the day you really want to know how to be sure your teen doesn’t end up at a diploma mill with a wor…

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Episode 10: Who Are These People? 26:28

4M ago26:28

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One department shouldn’t answer all of your questions (read between the lines- you will often find enthusiastic employees who want to help but have no idea what they're talking about.) Colleges divide duties by department for a reason, and that’s because there are so many rules, laws, and nuances specific to your situation that only an expert can p…

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Episode 9: Four FERPA Tips for Homeschool Parents 19:19

5M ago19:19

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Once your teen becomes a dual-enrolled student or enrolled student, you’ll be shut out of the college communication loop entirely. The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 is a United States federal law that gives your student privacy protection as it relates to their educational records. FERPA intends to prevent your teen’s personal i…

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Episode 8: Prestigious and Selective Dual Enrollment 23:11

5M ago23:11

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Earning college credit in high school is the typical goal of a Homeschooling for College Credit family. Still, when students target prestigious and selective universities, they are often disappointed to learn their dual enrollment won't count. In this episode, we'll talk about how you can find the best dual enrollment programs for college credit wh…

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Episode 7: Homeschool Valedictorian 21:18

5M ago21:18

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A valedictorian is the student who graduates first in their class, so we might chuckle to ourselves when we think that our homeschool graduates ARE valedictorians, but today’s guest isn’t laughing! Melanie's homeschooled daughter received the Liberty University full-tuition Valedictorian Scholarship worth $100,000. In this episode, you'll learn how…

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Episode 6: Pre-diploma / Post-diploma 14:39

6M ago14:39

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Reading from "Pre-diploma / Post-diploma" in Homeschooling for College Credit Anniversary Edition Does your teen even need a high school diploma if they have a lot of college credit? Granting your teen a diploma isn't just a technicality; it's a BIG DEAL for college enrollment, and only high school graduates (or GED) can enroll in college and get f…

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Episode 5: Career, College, and Academics 15:00

6M ago15:00

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Reading from "Career, College, and Academics" in Homeschooling for College Credit Anniversary Edition As your teen's guidance counselor, you should guide! You should counsel! If not you, then who? Jennifer Cook-DeRosa is the founder and Executive Director of Homeschooling for College Credit, Inc. a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Each year the or…

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Episode 4: Your Job Description 14:57

6M ago14:57

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Reading from "Your Job Description" in Homeschooling for College Credit Anniversary Edition I'll explain why you are the perfect person for this job, and the 6 major things you'll have to manage during high school. Jennifer Cook-DeRosa is the founder and Executive Director of Homeschooling for College Credit, Inc. a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization…

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Episode 3: Deciding to Jump In 14:47

6M ago14:47

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Reading from "Deciding to Jump In" in Homeschooling for College Credit Anniversary Edition High school, for me, was the scariest aspect of homeschooling. For the first time, I felt like someone else, someone significant, would get to evaluate my ability to run our homeschool. "College Admissions" would decide my teen's future based on whether or no…

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Episode 2: Jennifer’s Story 19:01

7M ago19:01

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Reading from "Jennifer's Story" in Homeschooling for College Credit Anniversary Edition Do you know how often people told me something "couldn't happen" or "wasn't allowed," only to find out later that they were wrong? Eventually, testing other people's myths becomes boring, expensive, and a waste of time! Jennifer Cook-DeRosa is the founder and Ex…

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Episode 1: Introduction to Homeschooling for College Credit 14:35

7M ago14:35

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Reading from the "Introduction" in Homeschooling for College Credit Anniversary Edition In 2011, I needed to connect with other parents who shared my fear and desperation. I was afraid my sons couldn't get into college, but pressing was my fear that if they did get in, how we would pay for it... Jennifer Cook-DeRosa is the founder and Executive Dir…

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9. End of an Era: 10 Reasons Why I'm Grateful for Our Homeschool Journey 16:50

1y ago16:50

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In this heartwarming episode of the Homeschool Vibe Podcast, your host, Beth, shares her profound gratitude for their homeschool journey as her youngest graduates high school. Join her as she explores the top 10 reasons why homeschooling has been a transformative experience for her family. From personalized learning styles and social labels to fost…

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8. Time & Home Management Tips for Homeschooling Families 28:59

1y ago28:59

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In this episode of the Homeschool Vibe Podcast, host Beth discusses the importance of time management and home management for homeschooling families. She emphasizes the need to involve children in household responsibilities to develop essential life skills and prevent burnout for parents. Beth shares practical tips on integrating homeschooling into…

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7. Fearless Kindergarten: Homeschooling Kindergarten 101 22:17

1y ago22:17

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Starting on your homeschooling journey can feel a little overwhelming at first. As parents, we want to do things well and help our children succeed. What if I make a mistake? Do we need an expensive curriculum? What about state standards? Do we need a schoolroom? How will my child socialize? Beth answers these questions in today's episode. These th…

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6. Crushing High School Worries: Relaxed Homeschooling and Earning College Credit, Transcripts, and Diplomas 24:05

1y ago24:05

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Homeschooling high school doesn't have to be a daunting experience—it can actually be a ton of fun! Imagine a flexible schedule, personalized learning, and the opportunity to earn college credits while still in high school. 🎓💪 With the right resources and support, you can navigate this exciting journey with confidence. Plus, we've got links to help…

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5. How to shift from a stressful homeschool journey to a joy filled journey! You've got this! 16:50

1y ago16:50

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Today Beth is giving tips and pointers on shifting from a stressed homeschooling journey to a peaceful joy-filled one. Listen in to see what you can do to lessen your stress load. If homeschooling isn't fun for everyone it's time for a shift! Look for the chore chart graphic on social media and the website. Support the show Links: Support the Show …

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4. Stress-Free Way to track Homeschool Education Hours 5:59

1y ago5:59

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Join us in this episode as Beth shares some exciting updates about her other podcast and the upcoming release of her book on Audible. Additionally, Beth will be sharing some quick and highly effective tips on how to easily track and get in your homeschooling hours. These tips are sure to be helpful in ensuring that you meet your educational goals w…

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3. Homeschool Socialization During the Tween and Teen Years - Part 2 17:32

2y ago17:32

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In this episode, Beth discusses socialization issues through the tween and teen years. Come learn from Beth's successes and failures on this topic. It's a complex time for parents and kids and everyone can benefit from the experience of those that have made it through successfully. Beth's new book, Find Your Homeschool Vibe is now available on Amaz…

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2. What does it mean to be properly socialized? Part 1 16:13

2y ago16:13

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Come and listen to Beth discuss what it means to be properly socialized. Can you properly socialize your homeschool kids? If they aren't in public school will they turn out weird? Will they have friends? homeschoolvibe.com facebook.com/homeschoolvibe instagram.com/homeschoolvibe Support the show Links: Support the Show - I am grateful for any suppo…

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1. Why I homeschooled my kids, even though I didn't want to. 14:54

2y ago14:54

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In this first episode, Beth introduces herself and shares the story of how she came to be a homeschool mom. homeschoolvibe.com facebook.com/homeschoolvibe instagram.com/homeschoolvibe Support the show Links: Support the Show - I am grateful for any support you can give to help cover the hosting costs. Passionate Penny Pincher Planner (THIS IS AMAZI…

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067: Is the GED a Better Indicator of College Success Than a High School Diploma? 31:15

8+ y ago31:15

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On January 26, 2016, I watched live as the GED Testing Service announced major changes to the GED exam. After two years of study, the Testing Service has decided to not just change the performance level indicators, but they also have determined the passing school was forcing GED graduates to actually met a much higher performance standard than thei…

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066: Chinese Immigrant: I have seen Common Core Before, in Communist China 1:11:36

8+ y ago1:11:36

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Hundreds of thousands have been fighting the official federal takeover of public, private, and in large part, homeschool curriculum through the Common Core State Initiative. Many of them see the similarities between the 20th-century totalitarian government schools systems and CCSS. But often they are dismissed as using rhetoric, and living in the c…

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065: Framers Presupposition, Civil Government Jurisdiction, & the Abolition of the Civil Government Education System 1:06:19

9y ago1:06:19

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After a long a long absence away from the mic, The Great Education Struggle is back. Join Virgina attorney and president of Deconstructing the Collision, Kevin R. Novak as we discuss framers presupposition, the proper jurisdiction of the civil government, and the abolition of the civil government education system. Kevin R. Novak is a homeschool adm…

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064: Magna Carta, Robin Hood, & America 55:16

9y ago55:16

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On June 19th, 2015 America and Great Britain celebrated the 800th birthday of the Magna Carta. This small piece of paper represents one of the two greatest documents westerns have, yet most know nothing about it. We can tell you about Robin Hood, Russel Crow and Kevin Costner versions, but we cannot tell you where the backdrop of this fictional sto…

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063: What is the Statistical Relationship Between the Achievement Gap in Schools and Faith? 1:18:42

9y ago1:18:42

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Education reformers have, for decades, decried the achievement gap among students and espoused the inequality of education throughout the nation. This is one of the major justifications for the implementation for Common Core State Standards. All sorts of reasons are pushed forward in an exempt to explain the achievement gap between all classes of s…

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062: Is Islam Peaceful Religion or, A Religion Not Practiced by the Majority of Muslims? 1:29:24

9y ago1:29:24

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With the implementation of Common Core, Islamic proxy front groups have infiltrated the American school system, including Christian and homeschool curriculums. This is especially can be seen in the CCSS aligned Advanced Placement History Standards and textbooks. Join Dr. Bruce Forrest and we examine What every American needs to know, but won't lear…

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061 Social Media, Internet, Technology, Kids, & the Homeschool 1:08:18

9y ago1:08:18

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With 93% of teens ages 12‐17 go online, 95% of teens have at least 1 social media account with 86% of those having a Facebook account, and 85% of 10-12-year-olds have a Facebook account, and even higher for those older, social media, parents rightfully are concerned. We live in the 21st century and regardless, whether we like it or not, a new world…

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Episode 60: Conversation with James Nance 46:09

9y ago46:09

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One of the major educational buzz words, today is "critical thinking." The proponents of the Common Core State Standards tought one of the major benefits of CCSS, is that it teaches critical thinking. By like I wrote in"Critical Thinking and Education Reform Called Common Core," critical thinking skills” is a term used in a number of different disc…

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059: Should Christians Study the Western Canon? |Daniel Foucachon 59:38

9y ago59:38

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Daniel Foucachon, from episode 30 and president of Roman Roads Media, joins me at the Spokane Christian Homeschool Conference to discuss the importance of studying the works of the Western canon, and in particular Christians Join us as we address head-on, should Christians study the pagan writings? You may also want to read a recent blog post Danie…

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058: Conversation with Dr. Peg Luksik|Common Core and State Sovereignty 1:07:50

9+ y ago1:07:50

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Join Dr. Peg Luksik, Founder and Chairman of Founded on Truth, as we discuss the truth behind your state giving up its sovereignty and your freedom by implementing Common Core. Dr. Peg Luksik, Founder and Chairman of Founded on Truth, and is a Pennsylvania teacher with over 35 years of experience in both special education and elementary education. …

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057: Conversation with KrisAnn Hall of Liberty First|Education|Common Core 1:00:18

9+ y ago1:00:18

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This weeks episode consist of my conversation with KrissAnn Hall from Liberty First! KrisAnn and I discuss education, parental rights, and the United Sates Consitution in general and Common Core. If you have not heard KrissAnn before, I encourage everyone to listen to her podcast. Feel free to check out a couple of her episodes where she addresses …

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056: Conversation with Jason Truett Glen, Director of Worldview Formation at Bryan College 1:18:54

9+ y ago1:18:54

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For the biblical Christian parent, the current culture we live in clearly demonstrates Isaiah’s warning, “Woe to those who call evil good and good evil, who put darkness for light and light for darkness, who put bitter for sweet and sweet for bitter!"[1. Isaiah 5:20] But his warning should not be a surprise, for there is a real antithesis between t…

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055: Meet Your Child's Murderer 1:12:05

9+ y ago1:12:05

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Today's culture, we are so worried about our children being hurt, we ban activities such as dodge ball, and instead of teaching them to be tough, we bubble wrap them. Meanwhile, parents on the otherwise of the globe are training their children to kill ours. While these children are learning how to shoot, behead, and burn their enemies alive, we ind…

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054: Conversation with Herb Titus, Constitutional and Common Law Scholar 1:09:57

9+ y ago1:09:57

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We all have grown up the notion that public school was just a given. We have come to expected them to be available just like our fresh running water from our sinks; services provided by an altruistic government for the benefit of the people. But was it constitutionally permissible in the first place? Is it now constitutional? Was it the parents, th…

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053: Conversation With Dr. Samuel L. Blumenfeld 1:11:12

9+ y ago1:11:12

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Why does the average U.S. college freshman reads at a seventh-grade level, according to an educational assessment report? How have we gone from Noah Webster's public school system to a socialist/progressives taken over the public school system? What happened to the proper teaching of phonics? How does Common Core fit into the current scheme of thin…

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052: Conversation with Dr. Ken Calvert-Hillsdale Academy 1:18:48

9+ y ago1:18:48

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This week I discuss the several topics including the current educational climate, Common Core, liberal arts, Hillsdale Academy, and the educational reforms Hillsdale is proposing and offering to anyone for free. If you are looking for a classical liberal arts educational plan our founding fathers would have recognized, then look no further. Dr. Cal…

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051: Psychological Consequences of Common Core 1:14:17

9+ y ago1:14:17

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How does Common Core and its associated assessments affect students? It's a major psychological issue for many. Join this weeks' guest, Mary Calamia, a licensed psychotherapist who has witnessed first hand the mental burdens placed upon New York students and the results thereof. Mary Calamia is a psychotherapist practicing on Long Island. After tes…

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050: Common Core Need Not Apply At Shimer College 1:07:25

9+ y ago1:07:25

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Are you looking for a college that doesn't use the Common Core aligned SAT or ACT as part of their entrance requirements? Well then you will want to listen to this week's conversation with James Bowers, Admission Director of Shimer College for they do not care what Common Core architect David Colman thinks. James Bowers grew up in the mountains of …

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049 Science is a Slave to Philosophy with Bill Barr 1:13:38

9+ y ago1:13:38

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So often I hear "religion" has not place in public school. Those who hold to this belief espouse academics can be taught apart from a theologic perspective. What they admit to is that everyone comes into the classroom with certain presuppositions about the world around them. There is no escaping this fact and how you see the world, determines your …

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048: Creating Postive Relationships, Not Socialization with Israel Wayne 1:03:17

9+ y ago1:03:17

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This weeks episode is a continuation from last weeks where Israel Wayne and me discussed the history of socialization and what that term really means. This week we discuss how it is positive family relationships beginning with securing your child's heart should be the focus and how to use the following four steps in accomplishing this task. Do acti…

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047: History of Socialization with Israel Wayne 57:27

9+ y ago57:27

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For those who oppose homeschooling, the arguably the question brought up the most is that of socialization of the child? For homeschooling parents, one of the top concerns is that of the socialization of their children. Where did this concern come from? What does it mean to be "socialized?" Do you want your child to be "socialized?" Join author, sp…

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046 Conversation with Pamela S. Clark, Director of The New Heights Educational Group 1:17:04

9+ y ago1:17:04

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Join Pamela S. Clark, director of The New Heights Educational Group, Inc. as we discuss their effort in providing hope, answers, and resolution for both children and parents in regards to their education struggles. The New Heights Educational Group, Inc. promotes literacy for children from public, private, and homeschools, and adults by offering a …

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045 Conervation with Bob & Geri Boyd from Issues on Education 41:21

9+ y ago41:21

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Join Bob and Geri Boyd, from Issues in Education, as we discuss the all out attack on Christians in public school. Bob and Geri are the host of the nationally syndicated program, Issues in Education for past 28 years and recipients of the 2010 Dr. Robert Dreyfus Courageous Christian Leadership Award. Bob is also the current President of the Nationa…

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044 Should the Evangelical Church Support Homeschooling? 1:24:23

9+ y ago1:24:23

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Join Ray Fournier and me as we discuss why the institution of the american evangelical church should be supporting homeschooling. Ray was my guest in episode 31 where we discussed the biblical mandate of all Christians in providing a theocentric education to their children. Ray Fournier is a Public School Teacher with 15 years of experience teachin…

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043 Conversation with Dr. Duke Pesta, Academic Director for Freedom Education Project 1:01:13

9+ y ago1:01:13

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Join Dr. Duke Pesta, one of the foremost experts on Common Core, and me as we discuss Common Core State Standards and our right to question the designers and implementer's of the fundamental transformation of America. Dr. Pesta received his M.A. in Renaissance literature from John Carroll University and his Ph.D. in Shakespeare and Renaissance lite…

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042 Conversation with Connor Boyack, Author & Founder and President of Libertas Institute 1:09:55

9+ y ago1:09:55

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Join Connor Boyack, founder and president of Libertas Institute, and me as we discuss the importance of parents teaching the principles of liberty to their children. Connor Boyack is founder and president of Libertas Institute, a libertarian think tank in Utah. In that capacity, he has spearheaded important policy reforms dealing with property righ…

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041 Conversation with Aaron Walker on Male Leadership & the Family 1:10:04

9+ y ago1:10:04

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Join Aaron Walker from View From the Top and me as we discuss male leadership and the family. Businessman and Life Coach, Aaron Walker, has inspired many through his leadership, mentorship, and consistent pursuit of excellence. He enjoys helping others and believes experience is a great teacher. Thirty-five years of entrepreneurship and marriage ha…

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031 Conversation with Ray Fournier, Public School Teacher, & Author/ Christian education/ Homeschool 1:22:18

9+ y ago1:22:18

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Is there a scriptural mandate for education for Christians and if there is, is public school the antithesis of this mandate? Join public school teacher, and author Ray Fournier as we discuss this very important topic. This is the delayed episode I mentioned back in episode 32. It was delayed for reasons I am choosing to disclose at this time howeve…

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040 Conversation with Kevin R. Novak, Education Attorney and President of Deconstructing the Coliseum 1:04:52

9+ y ago1:04:52

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Can the public school system be reformed or fundamentally transformed; should it be? What right does the government have in operating a school system? Should the public school system be abolished? Join our conversation with Education Attorney, Kevin Novak-President of Deconstructing the Coliseum, LLC. as we discuss the legal right of the civil gove…

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