Best Joy Herzog Podcasts (2024)

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Public To Private To Homeschool! with Megan Lewis 28:58

4d ago28:58

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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 heartandsoulhomeschool@g…

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What India teaches us about liberalism — and its decline 46:48

5d ago46:48

46:48

Authoritarian tendencies have been on the rise globally and the liberal world order is on the decline. One hotspot of this tension lies in India, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi employs autocratic language and tactics to maintain power. But a recent election may indicate that voters are losing interest in this style of rule. Guest host Zack Beau…

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RE-RELEASE: Todd Herzog on publicly overcoming addiction 45:51

6d ago45:51

45:51

Todd Herzog, winner of Survivor China and Erika’s all-time favourite Survivor player, talks about having his life dream come true at the age of 22. Plus, Todd is candid about what it was like having his struggles with alcoholism broadcast to millions. He shares his next dream (which is a lot simpler). This episode contains a lot of Erika fangirling…

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Why Christian Kids Must Read Well with Lydia Callahan 39:44

11d ago39:44

39:44

Why is teaching reading so tricky? Why is it critical that kids (and especially Christian kids) have the ability to read with understanding? How can we help our kids read and comprehend better? These are just a few of the topics Emilie and her guest, Lydia Callahan (Founder and CEO of The Reading HQ) chat about on this week's episode of Heart & Sou…

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1992: The year politics broke 44:59

12d ago44:59

44:59

We’re living in an era of extreme partisan politics, rising resentment, and fractured news media. Writer John Ganz believes that we can trace the dysfunction to the 1990s, when right-wing populists like Pat Buchanan and white supremacist David Duke transformed Republican politics. He joins Sean to talk about the 1990s and how it laid the groundwork…

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Our Public School Parents Taught Us How to Homeschool! with Jared Lunt 29:28

19d ago29:28

29:28

Emilie's husband, Jared, is back this week. Both Emilie and Jared attended Public School growing up, but they realize now that their parents were preparing them to be homeschoolers all along! Listen in as Emilie and Jared discuss specific things their parents taught them that have been extremely beneficial as they homeschool their own children. Jar…

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The existential struggle of being Black 55:06

19d ago55:06

55:06

Nathalie Etoke joins The Gray Area to talk about existentialism, the Black experience, and the legacy of dehumanization. Host: Sean Illing (@seanilling), host, The Gray Area Guest: Nathalie Etoke. Her book is Black Existential Freedom. Enjoyed this episode? Rate The Gray Area ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Be the first to hear new epis…

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Why we need to remember queer refugees this Pride with Rainbow Railroad 48:28

20d ago48:28

48:28

In this Pride Month special, we’re putting the spotlight on the not-for-profit Rainbow Railroad and its work to help at-risk LGBTQI+ people around the globe. Warning: mentions of violence throughout the episode. Latoya Nugent, Head of Engagement at Rainbow Railroad, joins the podcast to talk about why we need to remember queer refugees during our P…

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The Heart & Soul of OUR Homeschool with Jared Lunt 35:13

26d ago35:13

35:13

Emilie's husband, Jared, joins the podcast this week as they discuss the Heart & Soul of THEIR homeschool. Jared Lunt is a West Point graduate, Army veteran, sales professional, great husband, and homeschool dad. He and his family reside in the Kansas City area. Have a question, comment or suggestion for the show? E-mail Emilie at heartandsoulhomes…

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The world after nuclear war 57:06

26d ago57:06

57:06

A mile of pure fire. A flash that melts everything — titanium, steel, lead, people. A blast that mows down every structure in its path, 3 miles out in every direction. Journalist Annie Jacobsen spent years interviewing scientists, high-ranking military officials, politicians, and other experts to find out how a nuclear attack would be triggered, th…

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How to actually feel your feelings with Simone Saunders 37:24

27d ago37:24

37:24

Time to get into your feels. Simone Saunders (therapist, Tiktok creator and founder of the Cognitive Corner) joins the podcast to explain what it means to *actually* feel your feelings. Simone talks about the drawbacks of over intellectualizing your feelings, signs you’re disconnected from your body and advice for finding a therapist. Follow Happy …

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Work AND Homeschool? 23:29

1M ago23:29

23:29

Join Emilie and her guest, Debbie Park, as they chat about how Debbie is able to work full-time from home AND homeschool at the same time. Debbie offers her experience and encourages parents to think through all the possibilities! Have a question, comment or suggestion for the show? E-mail Emilie at heartandsoulhomeschool@gmail.com. She'd love to h…

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Gaza, Camus, and the logic of violence 54:56

1M ago54:56

54:56

Albert Camus was a Nobel-winning French writer and public intellectual. During Algeria’s bloody war for independence in the 1950s, Camus took a measured stance, calling for an end to the atrocities on each side. He was criticized widely for his so-called “moderation.” Philosophy professor Robert Zaretsky joins Sean to discuss Camus’s thoughts on th…

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The joy of being a super fan with Kayla and Bethany of Stanning BTS 49:38

1M ago49:38

49:38

Sometimes super fans get judged. The truth is being a super fan can unlock community, growth and joy! This week, Kayla and Bethany of the Stanning BTS podcast talk about how being ARMY (aka BTS fans) helped them to grow as individuals and build their own podcast community. The trio chat about misconceptions of kpop fans (and super fans in general) …

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Part Time College Professor, Part Time Homeschool Mom with Allison Lassiter 33:11

1M ago33:11

33:11

Emilie and her friend, Dr. Allison Lassiter, talk about what it looks like to be a college professor AND a homeschool mom! Dr. Allison Lassiter is a part time homeschool mom and a part time professor. She is passionate about giving her kids a personalized education and teaching them to think critically and love Jesus with both their hearts and mind…

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This is your kid on smartphones 53:58

1M ago53:58

53:58

Old people have always worried about young people. But psychologist Jonathan Haidt believes something genuinely different and troubling is happening right now. He argues that smartphones and social media have had disastrous effects on the mental health of young people, and derailed childhood from real world play to touchscreens. He joins Sean to ta…

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Coming out when you grew up religious with Gay Italian Nonna 47:24

1M ago47:24

47:24

Coming out often doesn’t happen in isolation. A lot of your life can change when you’re in the process of coming out and this can be especially hard when you grow up in a religious family. Content creator Gay Italian Nonna shares her story of coming out to her immigrant, Catholic family. Plus, she talks about breaking beauty and makeup barriers as …

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A Different Perspective On School Choice And Homeschool with Rick Green 45:23

2M ago45:23

45:23

Join Emilie and Rick Green, America's Constitution Coach, for a lively discussion about homeschoolers and school choice. Rick Green is known as America’s Constitution Coach. He is a former Texas State Representative, national speaker, author, and radio host. Rick co-hosts the national daily radio podcast The WallBuilders Show with Tim & David Barto…

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HTSM Happy Hour: Queer Imposter Syndrome 48:29

2M ago48:29

48:29

Ever wonder if you’re queer enough? In a special HTSM happy hour episode, Erika and her pal Alena Papayanis (Dear Queer, Podcast) share their experiences with queer imposter syndrome and the insecurities that follow coming out in your 30s. The pair talk about making queer friends, entering queer spaces for the first time, choosing labels, figuring …

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Guided Unschooling And More with Rachael Alsbury 32:20

2M ago32:20

32:20

Join Emilie and her guest Rachael Alsbury as they chat about everything from Rachael's story as a homeschool mom to "guided unschooling" to "on ramps" for homeschooling. This is a fun conversation that you won't want to miss! Rachael Alsbury is a Mom x 4, writer, photographer and systems-creator extraordinaire. Find more from Rachael at https://www…

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Life after death? 52:37

2M ago52:37

52:37

Sebastian Junger came as close as you possibly can to dying. While his doctors struggled to revive him, the veteran reporter and avowed rationalist experienced things that shocked and shook him, leaving him with profound questions and unexpected revelations. In his new book, In My Time of Dying, Junger explores the mysteries and commonalities of pe…

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You CAN Homeschool Your Out-Of-The-Box Learner! with Peggy Ployhar 32:01

2M ago32:01

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Join Emilie and her guest Peggy Ployhar, Founder and CEO of SPED Homeschool as they chat about homeschooling diverse learners. Learn more about Peggy and SPED Homeschool at https://spedhomeschool.com/ and follow @spedhomeschool on Instagram. Peggy Ployhar, SPED Homeschool Founder & CEO, is a physicist turned home educator who left a lucrative caree…

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The world after Ozempic 50:53

2M ago50:53

50:53

Ozempic and other new weight loss drugs are being touted as potential miracle cures for diabetes and obesity. Journalist Johann Hari experimented with the drug and dropped 40 pounds. In his new book, Magic Pill, Hari discusses his experience with Ozempic and speaks to many of the leading scientists to better understand how the drug works. He joins …

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When the audience thinks you’re queer before you do with Willow Faith 50:59

2M ago50:59

50:59

Imagine realizing you’re queer on a TV show with 24/7 live feeds and a whole country watching you? That’s what happened to Willow Faith on Big Brother Canada 3. This week, Willow talks about playing a reality show game while developing feelings for a woman for the first time, the pressure to label herself publicly when she was still figuring hersel…

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Every Dad Should Be A Thinking Dad with Garritt Hampton 32:51

2M ago32:51

32:51

Join Emilie and her guest Garritt Hampton, director of Schoolhouse Rocked: The Homeschool Revolution and host of the new Thinking Dad Podcast. You won't want to miss their discussion about the documentary film Schoolhouse Rocked, the important role of dads in homeschooling, Garritt's new podcast and so much more! Learn more about Schoolhouse Rocked…

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UFOs, God, and the edge of understanding 46:12

2M ago46:12

46:12

Religious studies professor Diana Pasulka was a total nonbeliever in alien life, but she began to question this after speaking with many people who claim to have had otherworldly encounters. She also noticed how these accounts parallel the foundational texts of many religions. She has since written two books on the topic, the most recent of which i…

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Comedy, trans identity and Celebrity Big Brother fame with Tranna Wintour 53:09

2M ago53:09

53:09

Comedian Tranna Wintour (Celebrity Big Brother Quebec) left her bank job, started stand up comedy and came to understand her trans identity all at the same time. This week, Tranna talks about resilience as a creative, unleashing her inner show girl, the beauty of being open to evolution and the lessons she learned from Celebrity Big Brother Quebec.…

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Concerned About Socialization? Take Your Family To Church! with Darrell Jones 34:07

2M ago34:07

34:07

Socialization is a hot topic for homeschoolers (and their critics!) Join Emilie and President of the Herzog Foundation, Darrell Jones, as they discuss the many reasons why it is SO important for Christian families who homeschool to be plugged into a local church. Darrell Jones is the President of the Stanley M. Herzog Charitable Foundation. He has …

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How to listen 55:03

3M ago55:03

55:03

Most of us don’t know how to truly listen, and it’s causing all sorts of problems. Sean Illing is joined by journalist Kate Murphy, the author of You’re Not Listening: What You’re Missing and Why It Matters, to discuss what it means to be a good listener, the problems that are caused when we don’t listen to each other, and the positive impacts on o…

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Quitting a D1 team and choosing yourself with Aleeya Hutchins 51:39

3M ago51:39

51:39

For many athletes, a scholarship and spot on a D1 team are the dream. But what happens when the dream isn’t all it’s cracked up to be? Pro runner Aleeya Hutchins took the leap to quit her D1 team and return to Canada for private training. In this episode, she chats about making the tough decision to walk away from her dream and the aftermath that f…

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Just Take It Day By Day And Be In The Word with Audrey Broggi 33:10

3M ago33:10

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Do you wonder if you can homeschool your children all the way through high school? Tune in this week to hear Audrey Broggi's story. You'll be inspired by her commonsense approach and encouraged as she challenges moms to walk closely with the Lord by being in the Scriptures every single day. Mrs. Audrey Broggi is wife to Dr. Carl Broggi and mother t…

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Everything's a cult now 53:48

3M ago53:48

53:48

The internet has fractured our world into a million little subcultures catering to the specific identities and habits of everyone online. Writer Derek Thompson believes this has led to a widespread cult-like mentality that has crept into all facets of modern life — pop culture, media, politics, and religion itself. He joins Sean to explain this the…

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Manifesting your dreams into reality with Kathleen Cameron 51:35

3M ago51:35

51:35

The first step to making a dream come true is as simple as a thought. Manifestation coach Kathleen Cameron joins the podcast to share how our thoughts can create the reality of our dreams. Kathleen is a nurse turned multi-million dollar entrepreneur. In this episode, Kathleen talks about how our thoughts become reality (good and not so good) and ea…

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They Decided To Homeschool BEFORE They Had Kids! 33:36

3M ago33:36

33:36

Join Emilie and her guest, Abraham Hamilton III, as they discuss he and his wife's incredible decision to homeschool their children BEFORE they even had kids! Whether you're only beginning to think about homeschooling your own kids or if you've been at it for years, you'll be inspired by their story as well as the encouragement for parents that Abr…

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Fareed Zakaria on our revolutionary moment 45:08

3M ago45:08

45:08

Is it possible that we are living through one of the most revolutionary periods in human history? CNN’s Fareed Zakaria believes that we are and argues that the convergence of AI and the global backlash against liberal democracy are upending political orders around the world. He joins Sean to talk about how this period relates to history’s most impa…

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How to stand out with reality TV casting director Heather Muir 50:35

3M ago50:35

50:35

Calling all reality TV hopefuls! Casting director Heather Muir is here to answer your questions about getting cast on reality TV. What do casting directors really look for? Do you need a big social media following to get noticed? What are the top DO NOTS in an audition video? Heather answers all of these and more in this week’s episode. Plus, Heath…

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I Couldn't Spend That Much Time With My Kids! 28:23

3M ago28:23

28:23

"I wish I could homeschool, but I don't know if I could spend that much time with my kids!" We hear parents wonder about this all the time. If this is you (or if you're a parent already in the trenches of homeschooling) join Emilie and her guest Dr. Danny Huerta, VP of Parenting and Youth at Focus on the Family, as they offer practical encouragemen…

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Life is hard. Can philosophy help? 51:00

3M ago51:00

51:00

Philosophy may seem like a theoretical or abstract discipline in which unanswerable questions are debated to the point of tedium. But MIT professor Kieran Setiya believes that philosophical inquiry has a very practical and applicable purpose outside of the classroom — to help guide us through life’s most challenging circumstances. He joins Sean to …

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Creating body acceptance when you’re chronically ill with Hannah Bee 53:14

3M ago53:14

53:14

Body image is tricky especially when you’re chronically ill. After being diagnosed with two chronic illnesses as a teen, Hannah Bee dealt with weight fluctuations and a complicated relationship with their young, yet struggling body. In this episode, Hannah talks about how body acceptance might be a better option than body positivity, how the mainst…

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The Heart & Soul of YOUR Homeschool with Steve Lambert 28:35

3M ago28:35

28:35

What is the "Heart & Soul" (or the WHY) of your homeschool? For Christian parents, this answer will no doubt have a strong tie to their faith. Join Emilie Lunt and her special guest, Steve Lambert of Five in a Row Publishing, as they discuss the role faith plays in home education, how parents can leave fear behind and trust the Lord to guide them a…

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The American dream is a pyramid scheme 46:27

3M ago46:27

46:27

Jane Marie is an expert in American bullshit. Her podcast The Dream explores life coaching, wellness, marketing, and other fraudulent industries and exposes their exploitative practices. Her book, Selling the Dream, takes an even closer look at multilevel marketing schemes like Amway and Herbalife and gives historical context to this multibillion-d…

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Feeling Asian enough and Canadian enough with Sarah Haasz 43:56

3M ago43:56

43:56

Feeling in between two cultures is common for immigrants to a new country. Kids TV executive Sarah Haasz is bringing this story to life for tweens in the new kpop series, The Gangnam Project. In this episode, Sarah talks about how a trip to South Korea in her teens taught her about acceptance, her considerations for raising biracial children and wh…

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Welcome to Heart & Soul Homeschool with Emilie Lunt! 0:21

4M ago0:21

0:21

Welcome to Heart & Soul Homeschool Podcast presented by the Herzog Foundation. Join Emilie and an array of captivating guests as they inspire and empower you on your homeschooling journey. Whether you're just beginning or a seasoned homeschool parent, this podcast is your weekly dose of encouragement, insights, and practical tips. Tune in and disco…

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The chaplain who doesn't believe in God 48:45

4M ago48:45

48:45

As a non-believer, Devin Moss never thought he would become a chaplain or a spiritual adviser, much less one who counsels hospital patients with terminal illnesses and inmates on death row. Devin joins Sean to talk about his improbable journey, the death penalty, and the role of religion in an increasingly secular society. Host: Sean Illing (@seani…

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Vecepia Robinson on using emotional intelligence when you’re overlooked 56:54

4M ago56:54

56:54

Iconic Survivor winner Vecepia Robinson doesn’t sweat over not getting an invite to return to the show. Vecepia opens up about how it feels to be passed up for a callback, the work of the Black Survivor Alliance to promote diversity and the fanfare that followed winning an early Survivor season. Plus, Vecepia shares important wisdom for people who …

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Can a friend be our most significant other? 50:48

4M ago50:48

50:48

Journalist Rhaina Cohen believes that modern culture undervalues friendships and discusses the ways in which deep friendships are distinct from but no less meaningful than romantic partnerships. Guest host: Sigal Samuel (@sigalsamuel) Guest: Rhaina Cohen (@rhainacohen). Her book is The Other Significant Others. Enjoyed this episode? Rate The Gray A…

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How to make a career pivot with Kaitlin Narciso 50:16

4M ago50:16

50:16

Thinking about a career change? Journalist turned multi-hyphenate entrepreneur Kaitlin Narciso is talking all things career pivots. Kaitlin talks about leaving a dream job in broadcast TV to dive into entrepreneurship. Plus, she talks about imposter syndrome as an entrepreneur and getting over the mental hurdle of going back to school as an adult. …

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The power of climate fiction 47:13

4M ago47:13

47:13

Stephen Markley’s novel, “The Deluge,” is an ambitious and terrifyingly realistic look at our collective future on a warming planet. He joins Sean to talk about the 10-year process of writing the book, the current political struggle over climate action, and how we can confront and mitigate the worst effects of climate change. Host: Sean Illing (@se…

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Advice for queer late bloomers with Eva Bloom 46:12

4M ago46:12

46:12

Queer late bloomers, there’s no need to feel awkward! Queer sex educator and speaker Eva Bloom joins the podcast to validate all of the confusing baby gay feelings! Eva explains comphet, answers your questions about navigating your evolving queerness, and Eva and Erika LOL about the queer signs they missed over the years (no offense to men in beard…

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The denial of death 45:43

4M ago45:43

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It’s been 50 years since Ernest Becker’s breakthrough book The Denial of Death was first published, and its thesis has become more relevant than ever. Filmmaker Jef Sewell is the co-creator of a new documentary about Becker called All Illusions Must Be Broken. It features never-before-heard audio of the enigmatic anthropologist and puts his theorie…

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