The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Transforming Parenting Mistakes into Gospel-Centered Growth - Ginger Hubbard

Ginger Hubbard joins Yvette Hampton on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast for a profound conversation where they uncover the common pitfalls of parenting and learn how to avoid parenting mistakes by focusing on heart change rather than behavior modification. Ginger shares insights from her book "Don't Make Me Count to Three" and introduces her transformative three-step plan for discipline that applies biblical principles. Tune in and equip yourself with strategies to foster obedience, self-control, and a fulfilling relationship with your child. Subscribe for more parenting tips and Biblical guidance for your homeschooling journey.

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Raising Boys into Godly Men: Nurturing Biblical Masculinity - Durenda Wilson

Join Yvette Hampton and guest Durenda Wilson on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast as they discuss the challenges and joys of raising boys to men. As a homeschool mom of eight, Durenda shares her valuable insights and experiences in parenting and homeschooling. Learn about the unique nature of boys, the importance of understanding and respecting their masculinity, and practical tips for nurturing godly masculinity in your sons. Don't miss this insightful conversation on raising boys in today's culture!

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Shaping Sibling Relationships for Family Harmony - Sherri Seligson

Sibling rivalry is common, but how do we as homeschooling parents guide our children to build strong and lasting relationships with each other? Yvette Hampton sits down with Sherri Seligson, homeschool mom, marine biologist, and seasoned curriculum writer, to discuss strategies for nurturing sibling bonds and managing conflicts within the homeschool environment. From the importance of group activities to the role of forgiveness, this episode is a treasure trove of insights for any parent seeking to foster unity and cooperation among siblings. Learn practical tips on tailoring discipline, understanding personality differences, and creating a family culture that honors uniqueness. Whether your children share rooms or interests, Yvette and Sherri cover the challenges and joys of guiding siblings to be each other's keepers beyond the homeschool years.

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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.

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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. 

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Raising Boys to be Godly Men - Mark Hancock (Family Series)

Mark Hancock, CEO of Trail Life USA, joins Yvette Hampton to talk about raising boys to be Godly Men.

We live in a culture where boys' assertive, aggressive, exuberant nature is minimized, marginalized, or declared toxic. In many cases, lacking positive male influence at home, at school, and at church, adolescent males are left feeling unguided, ungrounded, unappreciated, and uninspired.

In this interview Mark and Yvette discuss why saving America's boys is so important, why boys underperform girls, academically, at every level and what to do about it, how to develop Godly character in young men, and how to grow leaders of courage, faith, and integrity.

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M Is For Mama: Training for Motherhood Success - Abbie Halberstadt (Family Series)

Abbie Halberstadt joins Yvette Hampton to talk about successful motherhood and conquering mom guilt.

Abbie Halberstadt is a happy wife, a second generation homeschooler, and mama to 10 rad kids, including two sets of identical twins, DIY homebuilder (twice!), bestselling author, fitness instructor, business owner, and lover of really good hot chocolate (no coffee for me, thanks!). 

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Marriage Tips for Homeschool Moms - Misty Bailey (Family Series)

Misty Bailey joins Yvette Hampton to discuss marriage, parenting, and family dynamics from a homeschool mom’s perspective.

Misty and Yvette cover the following topics:

  • How does homeschooling change a marriage

  • Marriage is Not About the Wedding: Having a proper (biblical) view of the marriage covenant

  • Learning how to fight fair and overcome conflict in marriage

  • You and your spouse are on the same team

  • The myth of the independent wife

  • Finding joy in seasons of trial

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Raise Them Up: Parenting Like a Shepherd - Dr. Mark Hamby (Family Series)

Dr. Mark Hamby, founder of Lamplighter Publishing, joins Yvette Hampton to kick off our family series with a lesson on parenting like a shepherd.

Here's what we cover with Dr. Hamby in this interview:

  1. Dr. Hamby shares about his experience as a shepherd and the lessons he learned about parenting from that time.

  2. How tragic death and miraculous births in his flock taught him to parent like a shepherd.

  3. How can we restore our relationship with our kids even when they hate us and it seems like all hope is lost.

  4. How applying lessons on humility and grace ended up saving his family, his sheep, and his health.

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From Discipline to Discipleship - Dr. Matthew McDill

What is your ultimate goal as a Christian homeschool parent? Is it for your child to grow into a Jesus-loving, God-fearing, kingdom minded adult who’s able to be self-motivated and responsible with what the Lord has entrusted them with? Yvette Hampton and Dr. Matthew McDill will encourage and equip you to guide the hearts of your children as you take them from childhood to adulthood.

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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!

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