Episodios

  • I Hate Homeschooling!!! (Best of 2021) Yvette Hampton and Aby Rinella

    I Hate Homeschooling!!! (Best of 2021) Yvette Hampton and Aby Rinella
    Jul 22 2025
    I Hate Homeschooling! When will the yellow bus be here? Where do I sign them up for “real school?” Have you ever had any of these thoughts? If so, you’re not alone. Many parents have been faithful to home educate their children but they struggle to find joy in the journey.Join Yvette Hampton and Aby Rinella for this “best of” episode from 2021, as they discuss the many reasons why some hate homeschooling, then be encouraged as they share some ways to combat those feelings of discouragement, anxiety, and inability.Recommended Resources:Homeschool Survival SeriesThe Ministry of Motherhood - Aby RinellaWhy Homeschool? - Aby RinellaThe Who, Why, and How of Homeschooling, with Aby Rinella, Karen DeBeusSponsors:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apologia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is a Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our mission is to help homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through our print and digital curriculum and online classes.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BJU Press Homeschool⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is dedicated to providing homeschool families with academically strong curriculum rooted in a biblical worldview. They offer a complete curriculum from preschool through 12th grade, available in both traditional textbooks and video courses. By teaching through the lens of Christ’s power, they help students view the world through the transformative story of God’s creation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CTCMath⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ specializes in providing online video tutorials that take a multi-sensory approach to learning. Creative graphics and animation,synchronized with the friendly voice of internationally acclaimed teacher, Pat Murray, make learning math easy and effective. Start your free trial today.The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is a member of the Biblical Family Network. Our mission is to support and encourage the family by providing the very best podcasts on family, discipleship, marriage, parenting, worldview, culture, and education, all from a Biblical perspective. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit the website for more great shows⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, like the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thinking Dad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Culture Proof⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Homeschool Insights⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Made2Homeschool⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.
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  • 2025 Homeschool Curriculum Picks and Practical Planning Tips - Aby Rinella and Yvette Hampton

    2025 Homeschool Curriculum Picks and Practical Planning Tips - Aby Rinella and Yvette Hampton
    Jul 15 2025
    Ready to discover the best homeschool curriculum options for 2025? In this special annual Curriculum Picks episode, Aby Rinella and Yvette Hampton dive deep into what’s working for their families—from early years to high school graduation. Get candid insights on how to choose curriculum, why prayer and family goals matter, and how to create a joyful, individualized homeschool experience!Learn about:• How Aby & Yvette choose curriculum based on learning style and family needs• Full subject walk-through: history, science, math, language arts, Bible, and more• High school homeschooling resources and planning strategies• Integrating family, faith, and fun into every homeschool day• Tips for relaxed, joy-filled homeschooling (ignite the fire, don’t just fill the bucket!)Save time, stress less, and find real-life answers to your curriculum questions—no “one size fits all” here! Don’t forget to check out the show notes for links to all the resources mentioned!Recommended Resources:📚 2025 Ultimate Homeschool Curriculum Guide - Find links to all of our recommendations here!📚📖 Ready to start homeschooling? 🏠📓🍿Stream Schoolhouse Rocked: The Homeschool Revolution for FREE today and get the 📖 Homeschool Survival Kit 📖 delivered to your inbox immediately!⁠Sponsors:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apologia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is a Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our mission is to help homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through our print and digital curriculum and online classes.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BJU Press Homeschool⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is dedicated to providing homeschool families with academically strong curriculum rooted in a biblical worldview. They offer a complete curriculum from preschool through 12th grade, available in both traditional textbooks and video courses. By teaching through the lens of Christ’s power, they help students view the world through the transformative story of God’s creation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CTCMath⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ specializes in providing online video tutorials that take a multi-sensory approach to learning. Creative graphics and animation, synchronized with the friendly voice of internationally acclaimed teacher, Pat Murray, make learning math easy and effective. Start your free trial today.The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is a member of the Biblical Family Network. Our mission is to support and encourage the family by providing the very best podcasts on family, discipleship, marriage, parenting, worldview, culture, and education, all from a Biblical perspective. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit the website for more great shows⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, like the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thinking Dad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Culture Proof⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Homeschool Insights⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Made2Homeschool⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.
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    1 h y 36 m
  • Defining Justice: Applying God’s Word to Critical Race Theory and Culture Wars – Bryan Osborne

    Defining Justice: Applying God’s Word to Critical Race Theory and Culture Wars – Bryan Osborne
    Jul 8 2025

    Is Critical Race Theory compatible with Christianity? Join Meeke Addison and guest Bryan Osborne as they discuss the biblical response to CRT on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast! Bryan shares three vital questions every Christian should use in cultural conversations, explores what it means to stand on God’s authority, and explains why answers rooted in Scripture truly change hearts and lives. This episode is packed with practical wisdom for parents, educators, and anyone seeking to engage culture for God’s glory.

    Highlights:

    • The authority of God’s Word vs. man’s word

    • How to ask questions that reveal the real issues with CRT

    • Mentoring kids to think biblically and critically

    • The importance of gospel-centered engagement, not just winning arguments


    Recommended Resources:

    ⁠Woke Injustice: A Biblical Response to Critical Race Theory, by Bryan Osborne⁠⁠Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion, by Allie Beth Stuckey⁠

    Sponsors:

    ⁠⁠⁠⁠Apologia⁠⁠⁠⁠ is a Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our mission is to help homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through our print and digital curriculum and online classes.

    ⁠⁠⁠⁠BJU Press Homeschool⁠⁠⁠⁠ is dedicated to providing homeschool families with academically strong curriculum rooted in a biblical worldview. They offer a complete curriculum from preschool through 12th grade, available in both traditional textbooks and video courses. By teaching through the lens of Christ’s power, they help students view the world through the transformative story of God’s creation

    ⁠⁠⁠⁠CTCMath⁠⁠⁠⁠ specializes in providing online video tutorials that take a multi-sensory approach to learning. Creative graphics and animation, synchronized with the friendly voice of internationally acclaimed teacher, Pat Murray, make learning math easy and effective. Start your free trial today.

    The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is a member of the Biblical Family Network. Our mission is to support and encourage the family by providing the very best podcasts on family, discipleship, marriage, parenting, worldview, culture, and education, all from a Biblical perspective. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit the website for more great shows⁠⁠⁠⁠, like the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Thinking Dad⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Culture Proof⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Homeschool Insights⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Made2Homeschool⁠⁠⁠⁠.
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    35 m
  • Compassion, Justice, and Truth: Navigating CRT in a Biblical Way - Bryan Osborne

    Compassion, Justice, and Truth: Navigating CRT in a Biblical Way - Bryan Osborne
    Jul 1 2025

    What should Christians know about Critical Race Theory, and how can you respond with biblical conviction? Join Meeke Addison as she interviews Bryan Osborne, author of Woke Injustice and speaker at Answers in Genesis. In this eye-opening episode, Bryan breaks down the roots of CRT, its influence on the church, and the dangers of redefining truth and justice apart from God’s Word. He shares practical advice on equipping your family to resist cultural pressure and emphasizes the sufficiency of Scripture in facing social issues. This conversation is essential listening for Christian families, church leaders, and anyone passionate about defending a biblical worldview. Like, share, and subscribe for more faith-centered insights!

    Subscribe now for more Christian homeschooling encouragement!

    Recommended Resources:

    Woke Injustice: A Biblical Response to Critical Race Theory, by Bryan Osborne

    Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion, by Allie Beth Stuckey

    Sponsors:

    ⁠⁠⁠Apologia⁠⁠⁠ is a Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our mission is to help homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through our print and digital curriculum and online classes.

    ⁠⁠⁠BJU Press Homeschool⁠⁠⁠ is dedicated to providing homeschool families with academically strong curriculum rooted in a biblical worldview. They offer a complete curriculum from preschool through 12th grade, available in both traditional textbooks and video courses. By teaching through the lens of Christ’s power, they help students view the world through the transformative story of God’s creation

    ⁠⁠⁠CTCMath⁠⁠⁠ specializes in providing online video tutorials that take a multi-sensory approach to learning. Creative graphics and animation, synchronized with the friendly voice of internationally acclaimed teacher, Pat Murray, make learning math easy and effective. Start your free trial today.

    The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is a member of the Biblical Family Network. Our mission is to support and encourage the family by providing the very best podcasts on family, discipleship, marriage, parenting, worldview, culture, and education, all from a Biblical perspective. ⁠⁠⁠Visit the website for more great shows⁠⁠⁠, like the ⁠⁠⁠Thinking Dad⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠Culture Proof⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠Homeschool Insights⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠Made2Homeschool⁠⁠⁠.
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    36 m
  • Empower Your Kids Against Porn: Essential Conversations Every Christian Parent Must Have – Greta Eskridge

    Empower Your Kids Against Porn: Essential Conversations Every Christian Parent Must Have – Greta Eskridge
    Jun 24 2025
    Parents, it’s time! Equip yourself for one of the most important talks you’ll ever have with your kids. Author, speaker, and second-generationhomeschool mom, Greta Eskridge, joins Aby Rinella to share practical tools, biblical hope, and wisdom from her own parenting journey for addressing pornography with children at every age.✔️ Why every parent needs to speak up—this impacts moms, dads, daughters, and sons✔️ How to talk about sex and porn without triggering curiosity✔️ Building lifelong trust and resilience in your family✔️ Encouragement for parents struggling with fear, shame, or past mistakesFind out how prayer, preparation, and ongoing conversations can protect your children and strengthen your faith.👉 Don’t forget to subscribe for more practical, Christ-centered parenting episodes!Comment below: How do YOU approach tough topics with your kids?Recommended Resources:⁠Adventuring Together: How to Create Connections and Make Lasting Memories with Your Kids, by Greta Eskridge⁠⁠It's Time to Talk to Your Kids About Porn: A Parent's Guide to Helping Children and Teens Develop Sexual Integrity, by Greta Eskridge⁠⁠100 Days of Adventure: Nature Activities, Creative Projects, and Field Trips for Every Season, by Greta Eskridge⁠⁠The Hiding Place, by Corrie Ten Boom⁠⁠Tramp for the Lord, by Corrie Ten Boom⁠⁠GretaEskridge.com⁠⁠Greta Eskridge Podcast⁠ ⁠CalledtotheTop.com⁠ – Aby’s website and social media links!⁠His Calling My Passion⁠ – Aby Rinella on FacebookSponsors:⁠⁠⁠⁠Apologia⁠⁠⁠⁠ is a Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our mission is to help homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through our print and digital curriculum and online classes.⁠⁠⁠⁠BJU Press Homeschool⁠⁠⁠⁠ is dedicated to providing homeschool families with academically strong curriculum rooted in a biblical worldview. They offer a complete curriculum from preschool through 12th grade, available in both traditional textbooks and video courses. By teaching through the lens of Christ’s power, they help students view the world through the transformative story of God’s creation⁠⁠⁠⁠CTCMath⁠⁠⁠⁠ specializes in providing online video tutorials that take a multi-sensory approach to learning. Creative graphics and animation, synchronized with the friendly voice of internationally acclaimed teacher, Pat Murray, make learning math easy and effective. Start your free trial today.The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is a member of the Biblical Family Network. Our mission is to support and encourage the family by providing the very best podcasts on family, discipleship, marriage, parenting, worldview, culture, and education, all from a Biblical perspective. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit the website for more great shows⁠⁠⁠⁠, like the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Thinking Dad⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Culture Proof⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Homeschool Insights⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Made2Homeschool⁠⁠⁠⁠.
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  • Protecting Kids from Pornography: Essential Guide for Christian Homeschool Families, with Greta Eskridge

    Protecting Kids from Pornography: Essential Guide for Christian Homeschool Families, with Greta Eskridge
    Jun 17 2025
    How do you protect your kids in today's digital world? In this powerful episode of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast, host Aby Rinella sits down with Greta Eskridge (author, speaker, and second-generation homeschool mom) to talk about one of the most important—and challenging—topics for Christian families: how to talk to your kids about pornography. 🎧Greta shares her personal journey, why early and open conversations matter, and practical steps every parent can take to prepare your kids for this danger. Discover how to have honest, age-appropriate talks with your children, break the cycle of shame, and prepare them for a culture that normalizes inappropriate content. ✨ Grab tips on:When to start the conversation (hint: earlier than you think!)How to make awkward topics approachable and faith-filledCreating a "screen safety plan" that your kids will rememberDon't miss Greta's actionable advice—and learn why protecting your children means more than just blocking bad content. Subscribe now for more Christian homeschooling encouragement!Recommended Resources:Adventuring Together: How to Create Connections and Make Lasting Memories with Your Kids, by Greta EskridgeIt's Time to Talk to Your Kids About Porn: A Parent's Guide to Helping Children and Teens Develop Sexual Integrity, by Greta Eskridge100 Days of Adventure: Nature Activities, Creative Projects, and Field Trips for Every Season, by Greta EskridgeThe Hiding Place, by Corrie Ten BoomTramp for the Lord, by Corrie Ten BoomGretaEskridge.comGreta Eskridge Podcast CalledtotheTop.com – Aby’s website and social media links!His Calling My Passion – Aby Rinella on FacebookSponsors:⁠⁠⁠Apologia⁠⁠⁠ is a Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our mission is to help homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through our print and digital curriculum and online classes.⁠⁠⁠BJU Press Homeschool⁠⁠⁠ is dedicated to providing homeschool families with academically strong curriculum rooted in a biblical worldview. They offer a complete curriculum from preschool through 12th grade, available in both traditional textbooks and video courses. By teaching through the lens of Christ’s power, they help students view the world through the transformative story of God’s creation⁠⁠⁠CTCMath⁠⁠⁠ specializes in providing online video tutorials that take a multi-sensory approach to learning. Creative graphics and animation, synchronized with the friendly voice of internationally acclaimed teacher, Pat Murray, make learning math easy and effective. Start your free trial today.The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is a member of the Biblical Family Network. Our mission is to support and encourage the family by providing the very best podcasts on family, discipleship, marriage, parenting, worldview, culture, and education, all from a Biblical perspective. ⁠⁠⁠Visit the website for more great shows⁠⁠⁠, like the ⁠⁠⁠Thinking Dad⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠Culture Proof⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠Homeschool Insights⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠Made2Homeschool⁠⁠⁠.
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  • How Living Books Transform Homeschooling and Family Culture – Jennifer Pepito

    How Living Books Transform Homeschooling and Family Culture – Jennifer Pepito
    Jun 10 2025
    Are you searching for ways to ignite curiosity, character, and a love of learning in your homeschool? In this episode of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast, host Cindy West sits down with Jennifer Pepito, veteran homeschooler and author of "Mothering by the Book." Together, they explore the profound impact of living books on homeschool families—even if you don’t embrace a Charlotte Mason approach.Jennifer shares her personal journey of overcoming fear through reading with her children, the importance of virtue in education, and practical tips for integrating rich literature—whether you're new to living books or a seasoned enthusiast. Learn how living books can transform reluctant readers, spark deep family conversations, and even make daunting subjects like history come alive.✨ Topics covered:What are living books and why do they matter?Overcoming homeschool fears with great storiesMaking read-alouds a joyful daily habit (even with audiobooks)Building family culture and virtue through shared readingDon’t miss actionable advice and book list recommendations for building aliterature-rich homeschool—plus tips and free resources for parents who feelnervous about reading aloud!Recommended Resources:⁠Habits for a Sacred Home: 9 Practices from History to Anchor and Restore Modern Families, by Jennifer Pepito⁠⁠Mothering by the Book: The Power of Reading Aloud to Overcome Fear and Recapture Joy, by Jennifer Pepito⁠10 Day Connection Challenge⁠⁠List of 52 Virtues⁠⁠ThePeacefulPress.com ⁠⁠Guides to delight-led learning⁠⁠Listen to Jennifer's podcast here⁠Sponsors:⁠⁠Apologia⁠⁠ is a Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our mission is to help homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through our print and digital curriculum and online classes.⁠⁠BJU Press Homeschool⁠⁠ is dedicated to providing homeschool families with academically strong curriculum rooted in a biblical worldview. They offer a complete curriculum from preschool through 12th grade, available in both traditional textbooks and video courses. By teaching through the lens of Christ’s power, they help students view the world through the transformative story of God’s creation⁠⁠CTCMath⁠⁠ specializes in providing online video tutorials that take a multi-sensory approach to learning. Creative graphics and animation, synchronized with the friendly voice of internationally acclaimed teacher, Pat Murray, make learning math easy and effective. Start your free trial today.The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is a member of the Biblical Family Network. Our mission is to support and encourage the family by providing the very best podcasts on family, discipleship, marriage, parenting, worldview, culture, and education, all from a Biblical perspective. ⁠⁠Visit the website for more great shows⁠⁠, like the ⁠⁠Thinking Dad⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Culture Proof⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Homeschool Insights⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠Made2Homeschool⁠⁠.
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  • Habit Training Beyond Chores: Cultivating Virtue and Character in Your Homeschool – Jennifer Pepito

    Habit Training Beyond Chores: Cultivating Virtue and Character in Your Homeschool – Jennifer Pepito
    Jun 3 2025
    What’s the secret behind a thriving, peaceful homeschool? It might just be habit training! Join Cindy West and special guest Jennifer Pepito, author of Habits for a Sacred Home, as they discuss the power of establishing meaningful habits, fostering virtue, and modeling character for your children.In this episode, you’ll discover:How Charlotte Mason-inspired habit training goes beyond daily chores to building lifelong valuesPractical ways to get started with habit training, even if you’re new or feeling overwhelmedWhy parent modeling is KEY to your child’s success—and how to embrace imperfection with humilityThe connection between habit training, character growth, and cultivating independence in your kidsJennifer shares real-life strategies, a list of simple starter habits (connection, eye contact, outdoor time, and more!), and the encouragement every homeschool mom needs.Recommended Resources:Habits for a Sacred Home: 9 Practices from History to Anchor and Restore Modern Families, by Jennifer Pepito⁠Mothering by the Book: The Power of Reading Aloud to Overcome Fear and Recapture Joy, by Jennifer Pepito10 Day Connection ChallengeList of 52 VirtuesThePeacefulPress.com Guides to delight-led learningListen to Jennifer's podcast hereSponsors:⁠Apologia⁠ is a Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our mission is to help homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through our print and digital curriculum and online classes.⁠BJU Press Homeschool⁠ is dedicated to providing homeschool families with academically strong curriculum rooted in a biblical worldview. They offer a complete curriculum from preschool through 12th grade, available in both traditional textbooks and video courses. By teaching through the lens of Christ’s power, they help students view the world through the transformative story of God’s creation⁠CTCMath⁠ specializes in providing online video tutorials that take a multi-sensory approach to learning. Creative graphics and animation, synchronized with the friendly voice of internationally acclaimed teacher, Pat Murray, make learning math easy and effective. Start your free trial today.The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast is a member of the Biblical Family Network. Our mission is to support and encourage the family by providing the very best podcasts on family, discipleship, marriage, parenting, worldview, culture, and education, all from a Biblical perspective. ⁠Visit the website for more great shows⁠, like the ⁠Thinking Dad⁠, ⁠Culture Proof⁠, ⁠Homeschool Insights⁠, and ⁠Made2Homeschool⁠.
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