Homeschool Moms Unfiltered
Episodes
S4, Ep8: Logged In, Tuned Out: Rethinking Online Homeschooling
28 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We were about to say something like, “Online programs aren’t the problem, but how we use them can make or break a homeschool experience.” But ...
S4, Ep7: But You’ll Send Them Back for High School… Right?
21 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you haven’t been asked, “but you’ll send them back to real school for high school, right?” yet… consider yourself lucky. And also know it...
S4, Ep6: Unschooling: The Version No One Talks About
14 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Unschooling gets talked about like it’s one thing, but in reality, it’s a whole spectrum. In this episode, we’re digging into what unschooling a...
S4, Ep5: That’s Bullsh*t: Education Edition
07 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We’re playing our own version of the game Bullsh*t, but it is our very own education edition. We’re taking a hard look at the things we’ve all b...
S4, Ep4: Homeschooling with Chronic Illness (And How to Support Families Who Are)
31 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Chronic illness and homeschooling… can they actually coexist? In this episode, we’re digging into the reality of homeschooling with limited energy...
S4, Ep3: Graphic Novels: The Plot Twist Parents Didn’t See Coming
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Graphic novels are sometimes ignored - and sometimes totally poo-poo’d - and we’re digging into why. Whether your kid devours them, avoids them,...
S4, Ep2: Book Review: How to Raise Kids Who Aren’t Assholes
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into our latest book club pick, How to Raise Kids Who Aren’t Assholes by Melinda Wenner Moyer. The title alone was enough...
S4, Ep1: The Invisible Labor of Homeschooling (And Why You're So Tired)
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
While this episode does offer some practical ideas for lightening the load, it’s mostly a big “yeah, we see you… we feel you” moment for homes...
S3, Ep 30: Parent vs. Teacher? Exploring Your Role When Homeschooling
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re digging into one of the most common fears in the homeschool world: will homeschooling damage your relationship with your chil...
S3, Ep29: The Truth About the “Right” Way to Homeschool
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Is there actually a “right” way to homeschool? In this episode, we cut through the homeschool aesthetics, color-coded schedules, and curriculum de...
S3, Ep28: How to Homeschool Civic Minded and Critical Thinking Kids
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re digging into what it actually looks like to raise civic-minded, critical-thinking kids in the absolute chaos that is our curr...
S3, Ep27: How Much Oversight Does Homeschooling Need?
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a continuation of last week’s conversation with Tess from the Coalition for Responsible Home Education… only this time, it’s jus...
S3, Ep26: Homeschooling and the Case for Accountability
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Tess Ulrey from the Coalition for Responsible Home Education for a thoughtful, nuanced conversation about homeschool...
S3, Ep25: The Problem With Crowd-Sourced Homeschooling
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The homeschool world can feel like the wild west… loud opinions, confident hot takes, and advice from strangers who know nothing about your kid, you...
S3, Ep24: Finding the Balance Between Developing Grit and Differentiating Learning
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore some nuanced questions about questions about balancing grit and flexibility. Our focus through this deep dive will be im...
S3, Ep23: Frequently Asked Homeschool Questions
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is for the questions you’ve been carrying quietly… the ones you’ve been too nervous, overwhelmed, or burned before to ask out loud....
S3, Ep22: Book Review - The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are digging into a SparkNotes-style digest of our recent book club selection - The Anxious Generation. We talk about kids, screens...
S3, Ep21: Homeschooling When Your Patience Runs Thin
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone says you need endless patience to homeschool… and we’re calling BS. Beyond that, in this episode, we are going to unpack where that belie...
S3, Ep20: From Overwhelmed to Reassured - When Homeschool Advice Gets Specific
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we invite you into a real homeschool coaching session with Devyn, a newer homeschooler navigating middle school, big-picture planning...
S3, Ep19: Testing, Grading, and What Actually Measures Learning
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do homeschoolers really need tests and grades to prove learning is happening? In this episode, we unpack why so many parents feel pressured to measure...
S3, Ep18: BURNOUT! How to Homeschool When You’re Running on Empty
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re talking honestly about homeschool burnout… why it happens, why it’s normal, and why taking a break is often the smartest ...
🚨 Flash Sale: Homeschool Coaching 25% Off!!!
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever listen to the podcast and think, “I wish I could just ask them my questions”? If you’ve been wishing you could sit down with us and get str...
S3, Ep17: Practical Tips for Small-Space Homeschooling
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week we’re digging into what homeschooling actually looks like when you don’t have a dedicated room, endless storage, or a perfectly curated ...
S3, Ep16: Homeschooling Neurodivergent Learners: When the System Isn’t Built for Your Kid
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, we’re digging into what it really means to homeschool neurodivergent kids in a world where the traditional school system o...
S3, Ep15: Finding Rhythm Through Goal Setting and Vision Boarding
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I (Meagan) am taking over this week while Amanda’s away!! Which can only mean one thing… we’re talking goal setting and vision boarding (cue A...
S3, Ep14: Gameschooling: The Growth and Learning Hidden in Game Play
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We recorded an episode about gameschooling way back when. But this time we are revisiting this learning approach from a new angle. Many conversations ...
S3, Ep13: Transcripts, Report Cards, and Diplomas: What Actually Matters
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re talking transcripts, report cards, and diplomas. You know… the stuff that somehow makes homeschool parents break into a cold sweat. We get...
S3, Ep12: Stop Freaking Out About Handwriting
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever stared at your kid’s handwriting and wondered if it’s… well, supposed to look like that, you’re not alone. We’ve been there...
S3, Ep11: Behind - Myth, Mindset, or Meaningful Concern?
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Audio only again this week. Apologies. It wasn't for a lack of effort. Technology just has a mind of its own sometimes!How much time do you spend...
S3, Ep10: The “Are We Screwing This Up?” Episode - Real Talk on Doing Enough, Being Enough, and Letting Go
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Apologies for the lack of video this week. We recorded it, but technology had other plans. Le sigh.... We’ve all had those nights lying awake wonder...
S3, Ep9: Fun vs. Grit: The Homeschool Balancing Act
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re diving into one of those questions that every homeschooler wrestles with at some point: how much of learning should be fun, and how much shoul...
S3, Ep8: Horizontal vs. Vertical Socialization: From Peer Groups to Real Life
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re diving into the never-ending question of socialization—but with a fresh angle. Instead of the same old “what about friend...
S3, Ep7: Finding the Challenge Point: Learning When to Push and When to Back off
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re digging into one of the trickiest parts of homeschooling—figuring out when to push our kids and when to back off. Finding t...
S3, Ep6: What "counts" as school?
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What really counts as school? This week we’re diving into one of those foundational homeschool questions that sneaks up on new and veteran families ...
Book Club Digest #1 - Brave New Words: How AI Will Revolutionize Education (and Why That’s a Good Thing) by Sal Khan
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve moved our book club to live Zoom meetings! This quick recap shares highlights from our first discussion of Brave New Words: How AI Will Revol...
S3, Ep5: The Truth About All-in-One Homeschool Curriculum Options
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re breaking down all-in-one homeschool options—those open-and-go boxed kits and one-stop online platforms—so you can decide if they fit your ...
S3, Ep4: What every new homeschooler needs to know!
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re diving straight into the back-to-basics stuff every new homeschooler should know!! If you’re new… you won’t want to miss this. If yo...
BOOK CLUB: S3, Ep3 - Author Q&A with Jonathan Mooney
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The episode wraps up our month-long throwback series centered on Normal Sucks by Jonathan Mooney… a powerful, neurodivergent-affirming book that cha...
S3, Ep3: AI, Homeschool, and the Future We Can’t Predict
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we’re diving into the warp speed evolution of AI. We’re not experts (and definitely not futurists), but as homeschool parents, we’r...
BOOK CLUB: S3, Ep2 - Normal Sucks by Jonathan Mooney
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re in the midst of a month-long throwback series centered on Normal Sucks by Jonathan Mooney… a powerful, neurodivergent-affirming book that ch...
S3, Ep2: Our 2025-2026 School Year Plans
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re talking all about our homeschool plans for the 2025–2026 school year! From navigating middle school transitions and balanci...
BOOK CLUB: S3, Ep1 - Normal Sucks by Jonathan Mooney
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re in the midst of a month-long throwback series centered on Normal Sucks by Jonathan Mooney… a powerful, neurodivergent-affirming book that ch...
S3, Ep1: Tuttle Twins Review - The “Educational” Series We Wouldn’t Touch With a Ten-Foot Pole
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We cracked open the Tuttle Twins books so you don’t have to. And wow... they’re somehow even worse than we imagined!!! Marketed as “secular” a...
BOOK CLUB: S2, Ep30 - Normal Sucks by Jonathan Mooney
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re in the midst of a month-long throwback series centered on Normal Sucks by Jonathan Mooney… a powerful, neurodivergent-affirming book that ch...
S2, Ep30: Balancing Life Logistics and Alone Time in the Homeschool Trenches
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week we’re talking about something every homeschool parent eventually has to figure out… how to get a little time to yourself and still keep ...
BOOK CLUB: S2, Ep29 - Normal Sucks by Jonathan Mooney
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re kicking off a month-long throwback series centered on Normal Sucks by Jonathan Mooney… a powerful, neurodivergent-affirming book that challe...
S2, Ep29: Social Emotional Learning - The Key to Raising Whole Humans
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the messy, meaningful world of social-emotional learning (SEL) and what it actually looks like in a real-life, progressi...
BOOK CLUB: S2, Ep28 - Annabelle & Aiden Book Review, Part Two
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re continuing our exploration of how secular homeschoolers can approach big, often complex topics—like religion, faith, gods, and belief system...
S2, Ep18: Are you qualified to homeschool?
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling unsure if you're qualified to homeschool your kids? You're not alone!! In this episode, we unpack the myths around teaching credential...
BOOK CLUB: S2, Ep27 - Annabelle & Aiden Book Review, Part One
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re continuing our exploration of how secular homeschoolers can approach big, often complex topics—like religion, faith, gods, and belief system...
S2, Ep27: Bored Kids, Brilliant Ideas - Why doing nothing matters!
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re diving into the surprisingly powerful role of boredom in our kids’ development. Yep—boredom! We talk about why unstructur...
BOOK CLUB: S2, Ep26 - The Book of Religions
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re working our way through David McAfee and Chuck Harrison’s series on world religions. But don’t worry—we’re still a 100% secular podc...
S2, Ep26: Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagined ((Because we have seriously f*cked up kindergarten!!))
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re asking a big question: What the f*ck did we do to kindergarten? From standardized testing to the disappearance of play, we di...
BOOK CLUB: S2, Ep25 - The Book of Religions
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re working our way through David McAfee and Chuck Harrison’s series on world religions. But don’t worry—we’re still a 100% secular podc...
S2, Ep25: When the Shit Hits the Fan: Homeschooling through grief, divorce, new babies, moving, and more!
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Life happens—and when it does, it can throw your homeschool rhythm straight out the window. In this episode, we’re talking about how to keep going...
BOOK CLUB: S2, Ep24 - The Book of Gods
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re working our way through David McAfee and Chuck Harrison’s series on world religions. But don’t worry—we’re still a 100% secular podc...
S2, Ep24: Audiobooks Are Real Books... We Will Die on This Hill!
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re diving into a topic that gets us fired up: audiobooks are real books. Period. From the ancient roots of oral storytelling to ...
BOOK CLUB: S2, Ep23 - The Book of Gods
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re working our way through David McAfee and Chuck Harrison’s series on world religions. But don’t worry—we’re still a 100% secular podc...
S2, Ep23: Set It Down, Walk Away: The Magic of Strewing
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week we’re diving into the magic of strewing. Strewing is a low-pressure, curiosity-driven approach to learning that invites kids to explore ...
S2, Ep22: BOOK CLUB - The Belief Book
12 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re working our way through David McAfee and Chuck Harrison’s series on world religions. But don’t worry—we’re still a 100% secular podc...
S2, Ep22: Pro-Kid Language: Because “the way we talk to our children becomes their inner voice.”
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
((Apologies for the audio-only this week. Meagan's laptop is misbehaving and the video was wildly out of sync.))This week, we’re diving into the...
BOOK CLUB: S2, Ep 21 - The Belief Book by David McAfee
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re kicking off a brand new book this week, and we couldn’t be more excited! We’ll be diving into David McAfee’s series on world religions, ...
S2, Ep21: One, Two, or a Zoo? Homeschooling Systems for Every Family Setup
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we’ll explore how your homeschool setup shifts depending on how many kids you have and what their ages are—from solo learners to s...
BOOK CLUB: S2, EP20 - Differently Wired by Deborah Reber
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We have thoroughly enjoyed our DEEP discussion of Debbie Reber’s book, Differently Wired, over the past few months. But this is it! We have reac...
S2, Ep20: What if my kid hates reading??
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if your kid just doesn’t like reading? In this episode, we get real about raising reluctant readers. From neurodivergence to past school trauma...
BOOK CLUB: S2, Ep19 - Differently Wired by Deborah Reber
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for a conversation about tilts 15 & 16 in Deborah Reber’s book Differently Wired. There’s so much meat in this book! If you haven...
S2, Ep19: Reclaiming Learning - What Stays, What Goes, and What Never Belonged
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we play a lively round of “Keep or Toss?”—evaluating which elements of traditional public education are worth carrying into our...
BOOK CLUB: S2, Ep18 - Differently Wired by Deborah Reber
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for a conversation about tilts 13 & 14 in Deborah Reber’s book Differently Wired. There’s so much meat in this book! If you haven’...
S2, Ep18: The Best and Worst of Common Homeschool Advice
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Bad advice is like glitter—hard to avoid, but you don’t have to let it stick. In this episode, we'll be breaking down the best and worst of common...
BOOK CLUB: S2, Ep 17 - Differently Wired by Deborah Reber
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We are back! After last week’s technical difficulty, we have a full length episode for you where we’ll be discussing tilts 11 & 12 in Debora...
S2, Ep 17: Homeschooling Hacks for ADHD Brains
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is your ADHD learner struggling to stay on task—or sit still for more than two minutes? You're not alone. In this episode, we’re diving into pract...
BOOK CLUB: S2, Ep16 - Differently Wired by Deborah Reber
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Well..... this isn't quite our typical book club content. We had some tech issues this week, but we'll be back to our normal gig next week! Bo...
S2, Ep16: What does homeschooling look like in the summer?
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
*** Sincerest apologies. Amanda experienced some technical issues during recording and the quality of her audio isn't our typical level of awesome...
BOOK CLUB: S2, Ep15 - Differently Wired by Debbie Reber
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We finally did it! We managed to get through three tilts in one episode!! We’ll be discussing tilts 8, 9, AND 10 in Deborah Reber’s book Diffe...
S2, Ep15: Can you work and homeschool? (Spoiler alert: Yes, but it is complicated.)
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can you really homeschool and work at the same time? In this episode, we break down the realities behind that loaded question—from juggling Zoom cal...
BOOK CLUB: S2, Ep14 - Differently Wired by Deborah Reber
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’ll be discussing tilts 6-7 in Deborah Reber’s book Differently Wired. There’s so much meat in this book! If you haven’...
S2, Ep14: Differently Wired Author Q&A with Debbie Reber
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Our current book club pick is Differently Wired by Deborah Reber—and we’re not going to lie, we totally fangirl over authors. So when Debbie agree...
BOOK CLUB: S2, Ep 13 - Differently Wired by Deborah Reber
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’ll be discussing tilts 4-5 in Deborah Reber’s book Differently Wired. There’s so much meat in this book! If you haven’...
S2, Ep13: Autism Acceptance Month, Unfiltered-Style
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s April, which means it’s Autism Acceptance Month—and we’re honored to welcome a very special guest to the podcast. Leigha, a full-time car...
BOOK CLUB: S2, Ep12 - Differently Wired by Deborah Reber
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’ll be discussing the first three tilts in Deborah Reber’s book Differently Wired. There’s so much meat in this book! If ...
S2, Ep12: Curriculum Pacing and Timing
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pacing is a common concern for homeschoolers. What if we finish the curriculum early—what do we do for the rest of the year? What if it’s May or J...
BOOK CLUB: S2, Ep11 - Differently Wired by Deborah Reber
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’ll be discussing chapters four and five of Differently Wired by Deborah Reber. There’s so much meat in this book! If you h...
S2, Ep11: Unpacking Privilege in Homeschooling
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Privilege. There, we said it.We’ve all seen the debates pop up in homeschool Facebook groups: “Is homeschooling a privilege?” Cue the comment se...
BOOK CLUB: S2, Ep 10 - Differently Wired by Deborah Reber
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’ll be discussing chapter three of Differently Wired by Deborah Reber. There’s so much meat in this book! If you haven’t ...
S2, Ep10: Rethinking Structure in Homeschooling
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A few weeks ago, we dropped an episode all about deschooling (if you missed it, go back and check it out!). The idea of stepping away from structure c...
BOOK CLUB: S2. Ep 9 - Differently Wired by Deborah Reber
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We are continuing our conversation about Differently Wired by Deborah Reber. If you’ll recall, last week’s episode had to be cut in half because...
S2, Ep9: Unschooling Math - Do the numbers add up?
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Math and unschooling—can they really go together? This topic comes up all the time, but the conversation often stays at the surface level, with vagu...
**GIVEAWAYS GALORE!!**
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🚨 BIG GIVEAWAYS + COMMUNITY EVENTS! 🚨We’re talking $50 Bookshop.org gift cards (thanks, Outschool!), exclusive Patreon events, and a 5K Facebo...
BOOK CLUB: S1, Ep8 - Differently Wired by Deborah Reber
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today we kicked off our newest book - Differently Wired by Deborah Reber. This is a re-read for us, so we can already tell you that we love, love, l...
S2, Ep8: Dear Bill Nye... Homeschooling and Science
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Bill Nye has fired up the homeschool community over the years with comments about homeschoolers and science and general preparedness for the real worl...
BOOK CLUB: S2, Ep7 - Soul School by Amber O'Neal Johnston
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today we will be exploring part two of Soul School by Amber O’Neal Johnston and we remain epic fans of this book! We’ll be exploring the curated...
S2, Ep7: Deschooling: Unlearning School, Reimagining Education
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for a discussion about deschooling! We’ll be exploring why it is so important, what it looks like, the legalities of this time period, and...
BOOK CLUB: S2, Ep 6 - Soul School by Amber O'Neal Johnston
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We are continuing our discussion of Soul School by Amber O’Neal Johnston and we remain epic fans of this book! In fact, Amanda said it is the best...
S2, Ep6: An In-Depth Review of Beast Academy
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in for a super in-depth analysis of Beast Academy. Is it the right math program for your learner? ((NOTE: We are in no way sponsored or affil...
BOOK CLUB: S2, Ep5 - Soul School by Amber O'Neal Johnston
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is our first week discussing Soul School by Amber O’Neal Johnston and all we can say it WOW, WOW, WOW! This is a must purchase book for every...
S2, Ep 5: When Your Homeschooler Asks, "When am I ever going to use this??"
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Has your homeschooler ever asked, “When on Earth am I ever going to need to know this??” If so, you’re not alone! Let’s talk about it! W...
BOOK CLUB: S2, Ep4 - The New Menopause
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We have reached the final week of our discussion for The New Menopause. What insights have you taken away from this book? Is it one you'd like to ...
S2, Ep4: Hormones & Homeschooling - Surviving Perimenopause and Puberty Chaos
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve been reading The New Menopause in our Thursday book club episodes for the past few weeks, but today we specifically wanted to dig into navigat...
BOOK CLUB: S2, Ep3: The New Menopause
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We are learning a ton about menopause. We are about half way through our book now and this has been quite the journey. Join us today for a discuss...
S2, Ep3: Author Discussion with the Incomparable Amber O’Neal Johnston
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we welcomed the one and only Heritage Mom, Amber O’Neal Johnston for a discussion about her new book, diversifying our homeschool a...