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.

The Importance of Outdoor Play - Aby Rinella (Best of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast)

In this "best of" episode from 2019, Aby Rinella was back for her second episode ever! Aby and Yvette Hampton, discuss how we were created to be in the garden, and the importance of getting our kids, and ourselves, OUTSIDE! There are SO many benefits to the great outdoors, including dirt, sun, exercise, and especially, pointing our kids to their Creator through His creation! 

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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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Faith and Farming: Reflections on Homesteading - Noah Sanders

Discover the fascinating world of homesteading with Noah Sanders in this inspiring episode of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast. Join host Yvette Hampton as she delves into Noah's passion for agriculture, his focus on discipleship, and how he integrates his faith into his farming practices. Don't miss this thought-provoking conversation that sheds light on the importance of responsible land stewardship and the pursuit of God's design in agriculture.

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Healthy Homeschooling - Aby Rinella

Yvette Hampton and Aby Rinella discuss the importance of healthy homeschooling and the five health benefits of home education in the areas of Physical, Mental, Spiritual, Social, Academic health. Join the conversation as Aby shares insights on biblical conflict resolution, deep relationships, and the physical and mental health benefits of homeschooling. You'll discover how homeschooling provides a nurturing environment, better sleep patterns, nutritious meals, and protection from bullying and peer pressure. Tune in to learn how homeschooling can positively impact your family's overall well-being!

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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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100 Days of Adventure - Greta Eskridge

Greta Eskridge joins Yvette Hampton to discuss the importance of Adventure and to give practical advice for infusing your homeschool with joy.

Greta Eskridge is a second-generation home-schooling mom of 4, a wife of 23 years to Aaron, and an author and speaker. She is a nature lover, book reader, and coffee drinker. Greta cares deeply about creating connection, preserving childhood, and chasing adventure. Greta is passionate about educating parents of the devastating effects of pornography on children and equipping and empowering families to fight porn. She loves to travel the country sharing her message of joyful, connected parenting.

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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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1000 Hours Outside - Ginny Yurich (Best of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast)

Go OUTDOORS? In the cold? Who would do such a thing and how can that possibly be good for anyone? Join Yvette Hampton as she talks with Ginny Yurich, founder of 1000 Hours Outside about the importance and benefits of getting our families outside, even in the cold winter months. You will no-doubt be encouraged by this informative and possibly life-changing conversation!

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