The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast
Latest Episode
The 2025 season 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.
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.
Understanding Biblical Parenting: A Guide to Stronger Families - Meeke Addison (Meet the Host)
Yvette Hampton and Meeke Addison tackle the pressing issues of parenting, faith, and culture. In this inspiring episode, Meeke sheds light on the weakened state of the church, the dangers of following cultural trends, and the true biblical responsibilities of parents. Discover valuable insights on "gentle parenting," the importance of discipline, and how to harness your child's strong-willed personality for God's glory. Plus, don't miss the big announcement about our new team of godly women hosts, including Meeke Addison!
God's Design for Sex, Identity, and Marriage - Hillary Morgan Ferrer (Mama Bear Guide to Sexuality)
Hillary Morgan Ferrer joins Yvette Hampton and Aby Rinella for an important and timely discussion on God’s design for sex, sexuality, identity, gender, and marriage, as we prepare our children to interpret the cultural messages they will inevitably see and hear during “pride month.” Hillary, apologist, and author of "Mama Bear Apologetics Guide to Sexuality," shares invaluable insights on properly understanding God’s Word, addressing sensitive topics with kids, and loving and relating to our family members and neighbors when they believe differently us. Discover practical tips on discussing homosexuality and transgender issues with children, understanding marriage from a biblical standpoint, and protecting your home from dangerous cultural influences. This episode is a must-listen for parents seeking guidance on teaching their children about God's design for gender and sexuality amidst a hyper-sexualized culture. Tune in to equip yourself with the knowledge to guide your children to foster a healthy, biblical worldview.
Mama Bear Apologetics - Equipping Kids to Think Critically and Stand Firm – Hillary Morgan Ferrer
Join Yvette Hampton, Aby Rinella , and special guest Hillary Morgan Ferrer, as they dive into the world of apologetics and equipping moms to raise kids who think critically, love biblically, and stand firm against the cultural tide. In this episode, Hillary shares her personal journey into apologetics and the mission behind Mama Bear Apologetics. Get ready to be inspired and equipped to engage with your kids on deep, thought-provoking topics in our ever-changing culture.
Worldview Matters: Rethinking Discipleship and Raising Spiritual Champions – Dr. George Barna
Yvette Hampton interviews renowned researcher and author Dr. George Barna. Join them as they dive deep into the topic of raising spiritual champions in a world of shifting worldviews. Dr. Barna reflects on his extensive national studies and shares key insights on the importance of establishing a solid Biblical worldview - a responsibility that CAN NOT be delegated or surrendered to schools, churches, media or community organizations.
The Biblical Role of Grandparents – Dr. Josh Mulvihill (Family Series)
Dr. Josh Mulvihill joins Yvette to talk about the blessing of grandparents. What does the Bible say about a grandparent's role, and how can grandparents be a blessing to homeschool families?
50 Things Every Child Needs to Know Before Leaving Home - Dr. Josh Mulvihill
While parenting is a joy-filled blessing, it can also be hard. How do we take our kids from childhood to adulthood in 18 short years and then send them off with the confidence that we have taught them well and done our very best to prepare them for a life of serving Christ? Yvette Hampton talks with Dr. Josh Mulvihill, author of the new book every parent should read, 50 Things Every Child Needs to Know Before Leaving Home: Raising Children to Godly Adults. This is a conversation you won’t want to miss!
Making Science Fun - Eric Hovind
Join Yvette Hampton and Eric Hovind, President and Founder of Creation Today, for a 2-part conversation, as they discuss how to make science fun and applicable, why a Biblical worldview matters, the importance of pointing our children to Christ, sharing the Gospel, and the impact our secular education system is having on our children and culture.
Pointing our Children to Christ - Eric Hovind
Join Yvette Hampton and Eric Hovind, President and Founder of Creation Today, as they discuss why a Biblical worldview matters, the importance of pointing our children to Christ, sharing the Gospel, and the impact our secular education system is having on our children and culture.
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The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is hosted by Yvette Hampton, Aby Rinella, Meeke Addison, Kristi Clover, and Cindy West. The podcast shares 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.
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