21 | Educational Philosophies: Classical vs. Charlotte Mason with Leah Nicklaus
This week's episode I chatted with Leah Nicklause, the content creator behind Living Bright Homeschool where she shares book recommendations, homeschooling adventures, and posts about biblical motherhood. It was SO fun, and helped me really grasp educational philosophy. As a mom of five boys, she brings incredible insight into the world of habits as described by Charlotte Mason. I asked her all about what led her to the Charlotte Mason philosophy and what the real differences are between it and a Classical education. Discover the principles of Charlotte Mason's educational philosophy, which emphasizes respecting children as individuals and nurturing their natural curiosity through a rich "feast" of living ideas. Leah shares her journey from public schooling to embracing a literature-based, life-giving approach to education, offering insights into how this philosophy shapes her family's daily life and learning. Whether you're a new homeschool mom or exploring different methodologies, this episode provides valuable perspectives on creating a nurturing and holistic educational environment. If you're a homeschool mom searching to find the foundation for your child's homeschool experience, this episode is for you. And as always, may your lives be sanctified, your homes edified, and Jesus glorified as you listen to this week's episode. -Kristin Literature Recommendations: Gentle and Lowly by Dane C. Ortlund, Ph. DLiving Bright Homeschool: https://livingbrighthomeschool.com/https://www.instagram.com/livingbrighthomeschool/?hl=en
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20 | How to Get Your Kids Outside (and Off Screens) with Julianne Nienberg from My Outdoorsy Mom
If you’re a mom who wants to get your kids outside but struggles to make it happen, this episode is for you.I sat down with Julianne Neinberg, The Outdoorsy Mom, who shares her journey from corporate life to motherhood while building an everyday outdoorsy lifestyle—starting in a tiny postage-stamp yard.Julianne gives realistic tips for getting outside, encouraging independent outdoor play, and raising low-screen kids (without guilt or overwhelm).If you’re longing to create simple outdoor rhythms for your family, you will leave this conversation inspired and equipped. And as always, may your lives be sanctified, your homes edified, and Jesus glorified as you listen to this week's episode. -KristinMy Outdoorsy Mom Blog: https://www.myoutdoorsymom.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myoutdoorsymom/Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1LiMMftEIWo05oL7Tsso0n?si=ad8383f5d9e043a2Literature RecommendedMama Bear Apologetics by Hillary Morgan Ferrer Balanced and Barefoot by Angela J. Hanscom Home Edify Podcast: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homeedifypodcast/
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19 | Different Callings, Same Gospel: A Conversation on Freedom in Christ with Madi Schultz
I don't know about you, but THIS is the episode I've been waiting for. I asked Madi Schultz, homeschool mom of *almost* four, the podcaster behind Sunny and 65, as well as the creator behind Mack and Benj, a Christian, gospel-centered apparel company, to sit down with me for a conversation about what it looks like to radically follow Christ as a mom, wife, and member of the local church. We tackled questions like:-What role does the gospel have in motherhood? Is it external, internal or both? -Are we only called to share the gospel with our kids? -How radical does it get when chasing after Jesus? -What does it look like raising a generation of life-long learners who are courageous and resilient and pursuing Jesus faithfully? -How do we raise kids who share the gospel if we don't intentionally do that ourselves? -What does balance look like? Is it even possible to achieve? Being a mom with a heart for ministry is no easy task, and often some of us feel crippled with the weight of other people's expectations. Madi and I dove into Romans 14, and the freedom we have in Christ that passage offers. As you walk away from this episode, I hope and pray that you welcome this truth: that YOU have been created so DIFFERENTLY on purpose by the Creator of the universe who loves you so, so much. Embracing those differences He's intentionally made us with puts us in a place of contentment as we gaze upon the Savior. And, as always, may your lives be sanctified, your homes edified, and Jesus glorified as you listen to this week's episode. -Kristin Malphrus Literature Recommended: The Recap Bible: https://www.thebiblerecap.com/startThe Freedom of Self-forgetfulness by Timothy Keller MADI SCHULTZ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/madelinschultz_/?hl=enwebsite: https://www.madischultz.co/Podcast: https://sunnyand65.buzzsprout.com/
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18 | From " I'm Never Having Kids" to Homeschool Mom of Three with Kristin Malphrus
On this week's episode, I'm finally answering the questions you guys left in my question box over on Instagram! There were three questions in particular that synced so well together, and allowed me to answer in a story that I'm praying encourages you as much as it did me telling it.Those questions were; -How did you go from being a feminist to a homeschool mom of three? -How did you end up homeschooling? -What values do you hope to impart while homeschooling your kids? In this episode I share my personal journey into homeschooling while reflecting on past experiences and how they've made an impact on the values I hope to pass on to my children. I discuss learning as a form of worship, and how EVERY christian is called to be an engaged life-long learner. Since God is apart of every facet of our lives, pursuing HIM leads us into life-long learning and ultimately worship. This story is one full of God's fingerprints, how His faithfulness and pursuit of me brought me out of the feminist mind-frame I had (the one that said, "I'm NEVER having kids, and I'm NEVER getting married,) and brought me to the beautiful life I now have as the home school mom of three kiddos. My prayer is that you're encouraged to embrace whatever story God has given you, and that we all will feel free from expectations and instead embrace Jesus and the story He's already written out for us. May your homes be edified and Jesus glorified. -your host Kristin Malphrus
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17 | When Learning Looks Different: A Parent's Perspective of ADD, ADHD, and Autism With Ashley Taylor
This week I got to chat with one of my favorite people on the internet: Ashley Taylor from ThisJoyFilledHome! Ashley is a Charlotte Mason homeschool mom who has learning abnormalities like Autism and ADHD and in this episode she shared her daily rhythms, how she manages to teach multiple learning styles, and what its like maintaining order in her home. All of her kids also have learning abnormalities and we discuss what it takes to raise life-long learners. This Joy Filled House https://www.instagram.com/thisjoyfilledhouse/Literature Recommended Harry Potter Series by J.K. Rowling
Edify means to teach or instruct to improve the mind and character. This podcast focuses on home edifying versus home "schooling." A lot of parents aren't homeschooling to recreate a school experience, but instead to create the best learning and discipleship pattern for their kids. Kristin is interviewing everyday parents and experts who can contribute to this topic. She believes that every parent has the potential to change the world from within the four walls of their home, including YOU! Go grab a cup of coffee, sit down, and enjoy. Welcome home friend, where learning matters.
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