The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast
Latest Episode
The 2025 season of brings new hosts to the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast! Yvette Hampton is joined by Aby Rinella, Meeke Addison, Kristi Clover, and Cindy West, to share Biblical homeschooling, parenting, and family discipleship encouragement and advice. Guests include cast members from the the feature-length documentary, Schoolhouse Rocked: The Homeschool Revolution, speakers, authors, pastors, educators, curriculum publishers, and REAL moms and dads with families and stories just like yours. Each show shares practical advice to help point our children to Christ, build a solid Biblical worldview, teach effectively, preserve our marriages, manage our homes, and approach child-rearing and discipline issues with a heart-centered focus that will result in confident, biblically-minded, wise, well-balanced adults.
From Duty to Delight: The Joy of Homemaking - Mystie Winckler
Yvette Hampton and Mystie Winckler dive into the world of joyful home management. Mystie shares her journey from feeling overwhelmed by household chores to finding joy and purpose in them. Learn practical tips on balancing home organization with homeschooling, preparing children for adulthood, and maintaining a peaceful home atmosphere. Whether you're a seasoned homeschooler or just starting out, this episode is packed with insights to transform your home into a life-giving space.
The Law for Homeschoolers: What CPS Won’t Tell You – Bradley Pierce
Yvette Hampton sits down with Bradley Pierce from Heritage Defense to dive deep into the legal landscape for homeschool parents. Discover the hidden challenges homeschool parents face with CPS and how to safely navigate legal obstacles and unexpected visits from social workers. Bradley shares personal experiences as a second-generation homeschooler and provides actionable tips on navigating medical and legal systems to protect your family. Whether you're new to homeschooling or a seasoned pro, this episode equips you with the knowledge to defend your parental rights confidently.
Discovering Homeschooling Joy: Teaching Our Kids to Thrive – Zan Tyler (Hosted by Kristi Clover)
Join Kristi Clover and her guest, Zan Tyler, on this enlightening episode of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast as they dive into the art of identifying and cultivating the strengths of your children within a homeschool environment. With real-life stories and experiences, they uncover the importance of being a keen observer of your children's interests and the power of molding education to suit their unique abilities. Discover how to create a life-giving homeschool experience that nurtures potential and fosters growth, all while maintaining a balanced and fulfilling homeschool journey. Perfect for homeschooling parents seeking inspiration and practical advice!
Life-Giving Homeschool Strategies – Zan Tyler (Hosted by Kristi Clover)
Discover how to transform your homeschool into a vibrant and life-giving environment with renowned homeschool advocate Zan Tyler. Zan joins host Kristi Clover to discuss overcoming the fear of educational gaps, the power of experiential learning, and finding freedom in your homeschooling journey. Get inspired to shake things up and incorporate creativity and joy in your home education.
Faith Under Siege: Addressing Deconstruction and Its Consequences – Dr. Renton Rathbun
Join Yvette Hampton and Renton Rathbun for the second part of their compelling discussion on deconstruction and its impact on today’s youth. Discover insights into how education systems, including secular and Christian institutions, play a role in this trend. Explore practical strategies for parents to fortify their children’s faith and confidence in God's word. Listen now to understand the hidden influences within curriculum choices and the powerful role of prayer in guiding your child’s spiritual journey.
Understanding Deconstruction: The Impact of Education on Faith – Dr. Renton Rathbun
Explore the growing trend of deconstruction and its impact on today's youth in this eye-opening episode of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast with guest, Renton Rathbun. Host Yvette Hampton delves into the meaning of deconstructing one's faith and how societal influences shape our children's beliefs. Learn how modern technology and education expose young minds to secular worldviews, leading to confusion and disillusionment about their faith. Discover insights on how parents can guide their children in maintaining a strong Biblical foundation and avoid the pitfalls of deconstruction.
Helper and Educator – Balancing the life of Homeschool Mom and Wife – Maria Hamilton (hosted by Meeke Addison)
Meeke Addison sits down with Maria Hamilton who shares her journey in teaching apologetics and faithfully fulfilling her family roles. Maria offers practical wisdom on understanding our roles as helpers to our husbands and the importance of spiritual training for our children. As a homeschooling mom, she discusses the balancing act between family and outside commitments and finding contentment within the home. Tune in to hear how leaning on the Holy Spirit can guide us in making decisions that glorify God in every aspect of our lives.
Teaching Apologetics: Raising Faith Defenders – Maria Hamilton (hosted by Meeke Addison)
Meeke Addison sits down with Maria Hamilton to explore the significance of teaching apologetics to our children. Maria shares her personal testimony and the story of how a passion for true biblical understanding shaped her approach to homeschooling and discipling her children. Together, they discuss practical ways to instill a biblical worldview in kids and the importance of relying on the Holy Spirit's guidance. Tune in for a discussion that will challenge and inspire you to raise your kids with a strong, reasoned faith in God.
Building a Legacy: Faith, Family, and Mission - Patti Garibay of American Heritage Girls
Yvette Hampton and Patti Garibay explore the amazing legacy of American Heritage Girls (AHG), as Patti shares her powerful personal journey, overcoming fear and challenges to make a kingdom impact. Hear her inspiring journey of faith, her mission behind the establishment of this impactful ministry, and how God's call plays a pivotal role in shaping lives and establishing a biblical worldview in young women. Yvette and Patti delve into the importance of leaving a legacy, how to recognize God's call, and the significance of community in raising godly girls. Don't miss out on this heartfelt episode filled with stories of trust, obedience, and divine guidance.
Raising Girls with Purpose and Faith: Inside the Founding of American Heritage Girls – Patti Garibay
Yvette Hampton sits down with Patti Garibay, the founder and executive director of American Heritage Girls (AHG), for a conversation centered on raising daughters with integrity and faith in a world that often challenges Christian values. Discover the inspiring journey behind the creation of AHG and its mission to build women of integrity through service to God, family, community, and country. Learn how this Christ-centric scouting organization empowers young girls with resilience and purpose. Don't miss Patti's insights on nurturing the next generation of leaders and faithful followers of Christ.
Homeschooling on the Move: Navigating Homeschooling as a Military Family – Lydia Rosado (Hosted by Cindy West)
Cindy West sits down with Lydia Rosado, a homeschool mom and Air Force wife, to explore the unique challenges and advantages of homeschooling while navigating a nomadic military lifestyle. Lydia shares her experiences moving every 1-3 years, how each transition shapes their homeschooling practices, and her family's strategies for maintaining social connections and academic consistency. Discover how Lydia incorporates local history and culture into her children's education through field trips and how they manage to keep learning fun and engaging despite the frequent moves.
Transforming Homeschooling with Unit Studies – Lydia Rosado (Hosted by Cindy West)
Lydia Rosado joins Cindy West to dive into the world of homeschooling unit studies. Discover why Lydia transitioned from a traditional “school at home” approach to unit studies and how it revolutionized her family's learning experience. Lydia shares practical tips on integrating subjects like literature, history, science, math, Bible and language arts into a cohesive, exciting learning experience. She also reveals how project-based learning plays a pivotal role in her homeschooling strategy. This episode is packed with insightful advice for both new and experienced homeschoolers looking to make learning more engaging and effective.
Empowering Families for Unprecedented Times - Isaac Tolpin
Isaac Tolpin joins Yvette Hampton for a deep dive into creating a thriving family culture. Yvette and Isaac explore valuable parenting strategies to navigate today's unprecedented times. Isaac discusses the importance of relational homes, the role of discipleship, and the impact of setting a godly example for our children. This episode is packed with practical advice straight from their new free ebook, "Biblical Parenting: Six Keys to Thriving in Unprecedented Times." Tune in and start your family's New Year Reset now!
Transforming Family Culture: A New Year Reset – Isaac Tolpin
Yvette Hampton welcomes Isaac Tolpin to discuss the timely topic of resetting and recalibrating your family’s culture for the new year. Discover practical steps to evaluate and improve every aspect of your family life, from spiritual growth, to health, finances, and relationships, while focusing on the good things that God has done. Isaac shares valuable insights on how to shift the culture of your family, the importance of writing down goals, and how to involve your kids in planning and setting family goals. Don’t miss this insightful discussion that will set your year on the right track!
Preserving Homeschool Freedom: The Fight for Educational Independence – Audra Talley
Join us for an riveting conversation on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast as host Aby Rinella welcomes back Audra Talley, a true homeschool pioneer! Step back in time to the 80s and explore the grassroots battle for homeschool legality and how courageous families, including Audra's, fought for educational freedom. Learn how past lessons can guide us today in preserving liberty for future generations. This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about education and liberty!
Bridging Education and Real-Life: Insights from Homeschool Trailblazer, Audra Talley
Discover the unique and inspiring homeschooling journey of Audra Talley. Audra joins host, Aby Rinella, to share how her family navigated the homeschooling landscape with creativity and faith in the 1980s, and how her early homeschooling experiences have influenced her in homeschooling her own children. Despite limited resources and support, her parents successfully integrated education into everyday activities, emphasizing real-life learning and community involvement. Audra now addresses modern homeschooling challenges, providing valuable tips for today’s homeschooling parents.
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