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309. Redefining Homeschool with Alisha Brignall from Canada
Welcome back to the Brave Writer Podcast! This week, Julie sits down with Alisha Brignall, a Canadian homeschooling veteran and educational leader wi…
11 months, 2 weeks ago
308. Julie’s Brief History of Homeschooling
Julie takes us on a sweeping journey through the history of homeschooling, weaving together her own story with the larger movement that reshaped educ…
11 months, 3 weeks ago
307. Italy, Literature, and Learning Connections
Julie is back from her two-week trip to Italy (with a quick stop in Copenhagen!) and brings stories that weave together travel, literature, and layer…
1 year ago
306. Challenge Accepted: An Interview With Chris Balme
One of the major perks of homeschooling is that the middle-school years can be about adventure instead of awkwardness. In this episode, Melissa chats…
1 year ago
305. Can Screens Benefit the Whole Family? with Ash Brandin
Do you ever catch yourself treating screens like contraband—tolerated in tiny doses, never to be openly celebrated? Ash Brandin, author of Power On: …
1 year ago
304. Teens and Books: A Deep Dive With Dawn Smith
Do you ever wonder how to keep teens reading—joyfully, deeply, and on their own terms? In this conversation with Brave Writer Director of Publishing …
1 year ago
303. Introducing Monday Morning Meetings: a Brave Writer Podcast for Kids
Do you ever wish your homeschool week started with momentum instead of Monday drag? We’ve found that small, doable invitations right at the start of …
1 year, 1 month ago
302. A Former Teacher’s Take on Homeschooling with Meredith Reyes
Have you ever wondered why a classroom teacher who loved her job would leave it all behind to homeschool? That’s the story of Meredith Reyes, known a…
1 year, 1 month ago
301. A Gentle Rollout to Your Homeschool Year
One of the best parts of homeschooling is the freedom to start the year in a way that works for your family. Instead of overwhelming everyone with a …
1 year, 1 month ago
300. The 300th Episode (our best homeschool advice!)
Homeschooling isn’t about perfection—it’s about connection, curiosity, and adapting to your family’s needs. In this episode, we revisit three core pr…
1 year, 1 month ago