Best Simply Elementary Podcasts (2024)

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Building Worlds With N.K. Jemisin

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Host Meg Wolitzer presents three works of speculative fiction curated by best-selling author N.K. Jemisin. In John Scalzi’s “When the Yogurt Took Over” a popular breakfast staple decides it’s good for everyone. The reader is Jin Ha. Chatbots and A.I. can be helpful––but sometimes too helpful––as we hear in Alexandra Chang’s “Me and My Algo,” read b…

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K'wan's 'False Idols: A Reluctant King Novel'

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In the follow-up to author K’wan's novel,The Reluctant King, Maureen, the former matriarch of Manhattan’s King crime family, devises a plan to reclaim power after being exiled to Brooklyn with her son. It's titled, False Idols: A Reluctant King Novel. K’wan joins us to discuss the new release and the battle over the New York City's Five Points.…

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When Women Ruled 5th Ave

22h ago

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A new book examines the glamourous cathedrals of retail: the early New York City department stores. When Women Ruled 5th Avenue spotlights three women who helmed the C suites of the major stores, Bonwit Teller, Lord & Taylor and Henri Bendel. Author Julie Satow joins to discuss.

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Fenne Lily - Lights Light Up

42m ago

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Fenne Lily is a singer and songwriter from Dorset, England. She released her first album in 2018, but I didn’t find her music until 2023, when she put out her third album, Big Picture. The album she released in between those two was one that got a little lost in the lockdown, when all her touring plans around it got canceled. All of that plays into…

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222: Setting Realistic Expectations for Your Homeschool Year 25:01

2h ago25:01

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How do you set realistic expectations for the school year? In this episode, Rachel Winchester and J.J. Seid discuss the common struggle parents face in balancing the desire to provide a robust education for their children without overwhelming themselves and their kids. They discuss creating a flexible and sustainable plan, focusing on cultivating c…

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ICYMI: Baggu’s Horse Bag Controversy

8h ago

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Candice Lim is joined by Slate business and tech writer Nitish Pahwa to break down two stories surrounding artificial intelligence in fashion and advertising. They explore Baggu’s recent collaboration with Collina Strada, which used an A.I. tool in their designs and possibly went against both brands’ commitment to sustainability. Then, they discuss…

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Making Fun of Public Radio

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In January 2023, a TV show called In the Know debuted on Peacock. The comedy is a parody of a daily NPR show produced in New York City, with rather cringey characters portrayed by stop-motion puppets. Each episode also features an interview with a real person who appears on Zoom. The show is written by Zach Woods, Brandon Gardner, and Mike Judge, c…

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Roth 401(k) 101: Your Guide to a Tax-Free Financial Future 36:03

22h ago36:03

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In this episode, we explore the world of Roth 401(k)s, using the analogy of buying a rare Pokémon card on layaway to explain how this retirement plan works. We break down the benefits, comparing it to traditional 401(k)s, and explore the history, contributions, and tax implications. Vanessa and Heidi share personal anecdotes and provide actionable …

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The Moth Radio Hour: All About Time

1d ago

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In this hour, stories of time—its possibilities and its limitations. A secret room, a final basketball game, and a countdown to marriage—with no suitor in sight. Hosted by Moth director Jodi Powell. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: Otis Gray tries to save his relationship via a gran…

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A Portrait of a Psych Unit at Zucker Hillside Hospital in Queens

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A new documentary provides an inside look at one of the only inpatient units in the U.S. that treats young adults for serious mental health issues. Directors Lindsey Megrue and Alexandra Shiva join clinical psychologist Dr. Laura Braider to discuss, "One South: Portrait of a Psych Unit," available on Max.…

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The Story of a Gilded Age Jewish Crime Boss (Women Behaving Badly)

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In Gilded Age New York, a Jewish woman named Fredericka Mandelbaum was able to become fantastically wealthy by running a crime syndicate. We learn how "Marm" Mandelbaum became a notorious crime boss from Margalit Fox, author of the new book, The Talented Mrs. Mandelbaum: The Rise and Fall of an American Organized-Crime Boss. It's the launch of our …

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‘P-Valley’-Inspired Docuseries ‘Down in the Valley’ Shows the Real South

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A new "P-Valley" inspired docuseries from creator Katori Hall and star Nicco Annan shows viewers a real version of the Deep South, from the queer nightlife scene in Dallas, TX to the Hoodoo practitioners of Memphis, TN. Both Hall and Annan join us to discuss the show, "Down in the Valley," which premiered on Starz last week.…

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443: Amusement Park

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We head to some of the happiest places on earth: amusement parks! Ira Glass takes us behind the scenes at Worlds of Fun in Kansas City, where the young staff – coached by a funny, fun-loving boss just a little older than they are – truly seem to love their jobs. Prologue: Host Ira Glass walks through a Kansas City Missouri amusement park called Wor…

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EXTRA: I'll Be There

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Marine Staff Sergeant Nick Bennett and Sergeant Major Dan Miller remember a deployment during the Iraq War that changed their lives.Leave us a voicemail at 702-706-TALK, or email us at podcast@storycorps.org.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

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Happy Birthday, Good Dr. Sacks

5d ago

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First aired back in 2013, we originally released this episode to celebrate the 80th birthday of one of our favorite human beings, Oliver Sacks. To celebrate, his good friend, and our former co-host Rober Krulwich, asks the good doctor to look back, and explain how thousands of worms and a motorbike accident led to a brilliant writing career. We hav…

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The Moth Podcast: Ear Hustle

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In this episode, a special collaboration with our friends at Ear Hustle. We invite Ear Hustle's own Nigel Poor and Earlonne Woods to help host the show, play an excerpt of one of their episodes, and then share a Moth story about incarceration. Keep an eye out for the second part of our collaboration, that'll be released July 10th on the Ear Hustle …

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Frederick Douglass and His Relationship with Lincoln (Full Bio)

6d ago

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[REBROADCAST FROM February 25, 2021] For the fifth installment of February’s “Full Bio” series, historian David W. Blight discusses Frederick Douglass’s political work fighting for abolition and suffrage. We look at his allegiance to the Republican Party, including his working relationship with Abraham Lincoln, and why Andrew Johnson was so dismiss…

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Miracle Grow

6d ago

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Host Meg Wolitzer presents two works about growth helped along by some sort of fantastical assistance. The characters in these pieces are stuck—and consciously or not, they're looking for something to give them just a little push. And that nudge comes in the form of magic. In “Isabella’s Garden,” by Naomi Kritzer, a backyard nature site presents a …

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'It's an opportunity to take a breath that I didn't have before': Voices from Abolitionist Place 5:04

6d ago5:04

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WNYC's Community Partnerships Desk regularly teams up with the nonprofit Street Lab to highlight stories from neighborhoods across New York City. Street Lab recently set up shop at Abolitionist Place Park in Downtown Brooklyn, hosted by the Downtown Brooklyn Partnership. The newly opened green space commemorates Brooklyn's abolitionist history. Her…

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221: Deschooling: Breaking Free of the School-at-Home Model 20:20

7d ago20:20

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Are you considering bringing your child home from traditional school? Deschooling is the first thing we suggest you do! In this episode, we discuss what deschooling is and encourage you to break free from the "school at home" model. Give your kids the freedom to explore their interests under parental guidance. Carole shares her expertise, encouragi…

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Kenny Leon and Tory Kittles on 'Home'

8d ago

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The new Broadway revival of the 1979 play "Home" stars Tory Kittles a Cephus Miles, a rural farmer who, after being released from prison for draft-dodging, moves up north to the big city. Kittles and director Kenny Leon join us to discuss the show, which is running at the Todd Haimes Theatre through July 21.…

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Bobby Finger's Second Novel, 'Four Squares'

8d ago

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Bobby Finger, author and co-host of the Who? Weekly podcast returns with his second novel, Four Squares. The story is set in the West Village of the 1990s, where Artie, a gay man working a tedious advertising job meets the love of his life, Abraham. The story interweaves through several stages of Art's life, including as an elderly man seeking belo…

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Podcasts to Listen to This Summer

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Looking for a new podcast to enjoy during your commute, by the pool or on vacation? Lauren Passell, editor of Podcast The Newsletter, joins to recommend her favorites to check out and we take your calls.

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The Moth Radio Hour: Hidden Treasure - Live from The Moth’s Education Showcase

8d ago

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A special live edition of The Moth -- with five stories from a night showcasing the graduates of Moth High School storytelling workshops. Join us to celebrate student stories of first kisses, culture shock, finding a niche, and baking apple cake. This hour is hosted by Moth Teaching Artist Julian Goldhagen, with additional hosting by Moth Executive…

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Sebastian Junger's Near-Death Experience, and His Vision of an Afterlife

9d ago

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Journalist Sebastian Junger nearly died a few years ago when an aneurysm in his abdomen ruptured. As he lay dying on the operating table, a vision of his dead father caused him to question for the first time the possibility of an afterlife. He joins us to discuss his memoir about the experience, In My Time of Dying: How I Came Face to Face with the…

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Too Hot For Radio: Dierdre Coyle "Stakes"

9d ago

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Writer Deirdre Coyle’s fiction and essays have appeared in Electric Literature, Lit Hub, The New Republic, The Texas Observer, Hobart Pulp, and elsewhere. This story, "Stakes," was performed at a show at the Getty Center in L.A., at a show produced in conjunction with the online literary collective, Belletrist Book Club. If you don't know Belletris…

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The Alford Plea

12d ago

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In 1995, a tragic fire in Pittsburgh set off a decades-long investigation that sent Greg Brown Jr. to prison. But, after a series of remarkable twists, Brown found himself contemplating a path to freedom that involved a paradoxical plea deal—one that peels back the curtain on the criminal justice system and reveals it doesn’t work the way we think …

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The Moth Podcast: True Crimes Told Live

14d ago

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In this episode, we’ve got two stories of tiny crimes. Nothing horrifying happens, nobody gets hurt… it’s all the rush and mischief of trying to get away with it, without any chance of me (or you!) losing sleep. Host: Chloe Salmon Storytellers: Adriana Eraso learns some lessons about crime and business. Emily Popper sneaks into Colonial Williamsbur…

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'There's a stigma that is like we can't be parents or we shouldn't be parents': LGBTQ+ New Yorkers on Pride 3:00

13d ago3:00

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To mark Pride Month, WNYC is spotlighting the diverse experiences of LGBTQ+ New Yorkers. Our Community Partnerships Desk recently visited Destination Tomorrow, an LGBTQ+ center in the Bronx, to talk with people about their challenges, triumphs, and the meaning of pride in their lives. Bronx resident Heaven Torres shares her story. The transcript of…

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Trans Stories in Cinema (Pride on Screen)

13d ago

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Throughout cinema history, trans characters have usually been murdered, made into a joke, or viewed as threats to the normal order — relegated to a lost highway of corpses, fools, and monsters. For the last installment of our Pride on Screen series, we look at the past, present and future of transgender stories in cinema with Willow Maclay and Cade…

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How Sea Creatures Rely on Sound to Survive

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Instead of thinking of the ocean as a silent body of water, a new book demonstrates how important sound is in the lives of sea creatures. Author and science writer Amorina Kingdon joins us to discuss, Sing Like Fish: How Sound Rules Life Under Water. This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar

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Count Your Blessings

13d ago

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Host Meg Wolitzer presents two imaginative stories about different ways of thinking about coming together and what we celebrate when we do. In “On the Sudden Increase in Changeling Stock: A Report,” Daniel Lavery applies a statistical model where you would not expect to find one, with zany results.It’s read by Jin Ha. In our second work, master sto…

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'Pride is a way for us to celebrate our wins': LGBTQ+ New Yorkers on Pride 3:33

14d ago3:33

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As part of Pride month, WNYC is highlighting LGBTQ+ voices in New York City. Our Community Partnerships Desk recently set up shop at the Brooklyn Community Pride Center in Crown Heights to talk with people about what it means to be LGBTQ+ in today's society and explore the meaning of Pride in their lives. Sam Grasland of Manhattan shared this story…

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Re-issue: Vagabon - Water Me Down

14d ago

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Last year, Vagabon released her third album, Sorry I Haven’t Called, which I’ve been listening to a lot. So I wanted to revisit an episode that I recorded with her back in 2020, about her breakout song "Water Me Down." The episode also features the voice of Eric Littmann, who co-produced the track. He passed away in June 2021, way too young. Vagabo…

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'Being Danielle has been one of the most amazing things ': LGBTQ+ New Yorkers on Pride 3:18

14d ago3:18

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WNYC is marking Pride Month by highlighting the voices of LGBTQ+ New Yorkers. Our Community Partnerships Desk recently spent some time at the Brooklyn Community Pride Center in Crown Heights to have conversations with people about what it means to navigate today's world as LGBTQ plus individuals and the significance of finding community. Brooklyn r…

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220: Unschooling, Co-ops, and Community Q&A 20:05

14d ago20:05

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Today, Rachel and Carol respond to listener questions about unschooling, co-ops, and community in homeschooling. Carol clarifies the differences between her approach and unschooling, emphasizing the importance of balance and parental involvement in their method. She also shares her thoughts on co-ops, providing valuable insights on how to leverage …

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The History of Reality TV with Emily Nussbaum

15d ago

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In her new book, Cue the Sun!: The Invention of Reality TV, Pulitzer Prize-winning critic Emily Nussbaum makes the case for taking the history of reality television seriously, especially considering the 2016 election of a reality TV star as President. She joins us to discuss this history ahead of her 7 pm event tonight at the Strand. This segment i…

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'A Quiet Place: Day One' with Writer and Director Michael Sarnoski

15d ago

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The new film, "A Quiet Place: Day One," is set in New York City and captures the experience of the very first day that the mysterious, sound-seeking creatures landed on earth. We speak with writer and director Michael Sarnoski about the new prequel, which stars Lupita Nyong'o and is in theaters this Friday. This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Na…

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Demystifying the Traditional 401k:Growing Your Garden of Wealth 40:43

15d ago40:43

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Welcome back to Money Elementary, Season Two! We break down the Traditional 401k, using a vivid garden analogy to illustrate its growth and the inevitable tax implications. We delve into tax brackets, 401k history, and real-life scenarios to help you understand and maximize your retirement savings. How will understanding these concepts change your …

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ER visits plummet at housing program for vulnerable New Yorkers after nurses are hire 4:32

15d ago4:32

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In 2015, a nonprofit that helps house hundreds of New Yorkers who have a mental illness or are homeless began hiring nurses to handle non-emergency and preventative care. As a result, avoidable visits to hospital emergency rooms have fallen by half, the organization says.Housing experts say Urban Pathways’ investment in on-site health care is a nov…

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The Moth Radio Hour: Play it Again, SLAM

15d ago

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In this hour, stories from The Moth's SLAM Showcase - a night of storytelling do-overs for tales from The Moth's archives that needed slight tweaks or a second chance. Standing out or fading away, chance encounters, and the importance of food. This hour is hosted by Moth Senior Director Jenifer Hixson. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth an…

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Remembering Hockey Star Hobey Baker

16d ago

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Hobey Baker was considered one of the very first American ice hockey stars, taking the sport to new heights in the early 20th century. Tragically, he died under mysterious circumstances while in military service during World War I. A new podcast from ESPN's 30 For 30, Searching for Hobey Baker, investigates his life, death, and identity as a gay ma…

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'There's no wrong or right answer or route because it's your individual journey': LGBTQ+ New Yorkers on Pride 2:25

19d ago2:25

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Throughout June, WNYC is highlighting the voices of LGBTQ+ New Yorkers for Pride Month. Our Community Partnerships Desk recently spent time at the Brooklyn Community Pride Center in Crown Heights to talk with folks about the complexities of identity, acceptance, and resilience in today's world. In this segment, we hear from Brooklyn resident Paul A…

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219: Creating Restful Rhythms for Homeschooling Families With A Sabbath 28:20

23d ago28:20

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Carole Joy Seid and Rachel Winchester dive into the topic of restful rhythms for homeschooling families. They discuss the significance of Sabbath as a gift and a blessing, and how it can provide much-needed rest in the midst of the busyness of daily life. Carole and Rachel share practical tips and examples of how different families observe Sabbath.…

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218: Getting on the Same Page: Navigating Educational Decisions with Your Spouse 24:45

28d ago24:45

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Rachel Winchester and JJ Seid tackle the topic of getting on the same page with your spouse when it comes to homeschooling. They share practical insights and strategies for navigating the challenges of conveying the benefits of homeschooling to a reluctant spouse. Throughout the episode, they emphasize the importance of understanding each other's p…

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217: Simplify Food Prep with Batch Cooking 21:53

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Discover how batch cooking can help you save time, money, and stress in the kitchen, and how it allows you to enjoy nutritionally dense meals without the daily hassle of cooking. In this episode, Laura Tabbut, a batch-cooking genius, explains the art of simplifying food prep for families. From planning and shopping to cooking and freezing meals, La…

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216: Homeschooling High Schoolers: Building a Biblical Worldview for Life 23:01

1M ago23:01

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Are you homeschooling a high schooler or planning to? In this episode, we delve into the “golden years” of homeschooling, exploring the crucial role of parents in shaping your children's education during this impactful stage. We talk about the importance of keeping your teenagers close during this pivotal stage, maintain hands-on discipleship and i…

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215: Homeschooling Middle Schoolers: Our Philosophy on Growing Independent Learners 25:09

2M ago25:09

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As we continue our journey through the various stages of a child's education, we wanted to take a closer look at a crucial phase of homeschooling: middle school. Homeschooling middle schoolers is a topic we are often asked about as parents wonder how to approach these years. This transitional period between childhood and adolescence can be daunting…

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214: Homeschooling Elementary-Aged Children: A Better Late than Early Philosophy of Education 22:05

2M ago22:05

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Today, we explore homeschooling elementary-aged children. Oftentimes, parents begin to add pressure on children with formal academics before it is actually developmentally appropriate. In this episode, Carole Joy Seid and Rachel Winchester discuss how to ease the pressure of formal academics when homeschooling elementary-aged children. These years …

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Episode 023 - Finding Perspective 32:33

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Problems, problems, problems! Big ones for parents may be little ones to our kids. Big ones to our kids may seem little to parents. It doesn't matter, all are important. Listening is critical. Telling someone else how to feel never truly ends well. Chad, Trisha & LenEll discuss parenting strategies on how to navigate the tricky balance of teaching …

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